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Tale of The Manticore, a Dark Fantasy Dungeons & Dragons Audiodrama

Tale of The Manticore, a Dark Fantasy Dungeons & Dragons Audiodrama

Tale Of The Manticore 258 episodes Nov 11, 2026

Tale of the Manticore is a dark fantasy audio drama that blends solo Dungeons & Dragons gameplay with narrative storytelling. The dice determine key plot decisions, and the writer interprets them to craft the story. It is a unique hybrid of fiction and game, where chaos rolls.

Episodes

Episode 2 (S4E02)
Episode 2 (S4E02) Nov 11, 2026 25:15 Tell No One: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support
S4E01b Interview with Zeb Cook
S4E01b Interview with Zeb Cook Nov 6, 2026 26:59 Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audienceCheck out Zeb's Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/necromancergames/zeb-cooks-the-afterlife-of-king-neirenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-ma
Episode 1 (S4E01)
Episode 1 (S4E01) Nov 1, 2026 25:53 The Festival of Good Fortune: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support
Dice Chain Finale: Links 13-15
Dice Chain Finale: Links 13-15 Oct 21, 2026 59:39 The Finale of Season 1Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 13: Tale of the ManticoreLink 14: Solo BickeringLink 15: Roll Ponder & PlayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dunge
Introducing: Red Bay
Introducing: Red Bay Oct 19, 2026 3:50 In partnership with Brian from Swords v Madness, I am proud to announce the dual launch of Red Bay, a found footage horror anthology and a short story generator and writing guide. -----If you like to listen to spooky stuff, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/5tAYEHELwgkHAlvQPdC20SIf you like making spooky stuff, click here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/588416/red-bayBeco
Dice Chain: Links 11-12
Dice Chain: Links 11-12 Oct 11, 2026 35:37 Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 11: Solo BickeringLink 12: Legends from the FiresideBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.
Dice Chain: Links 9-10
Dice Chain: Links 9-10 Oct 1, 2026 27:43 Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 9: The Lone AdventurerLink 10: Legend of the BonesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.
Dice Chain: Links 7-8
Dice Chain: Links 7-8 Sep 21, 2026 32:29 Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 7: Roll, Ponder & PlayLink 8: The Lone Adventurer (in collaboration with the 'Keep on the Borderlands' webcomic)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dar
Dice Chain: Links 4-6
Dice Chain: Links 4-6 Sep 11, 2026 33:26 Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 1: Legend Of the BonesLink 2: Swords Against MadnessLink 3: Tale of the ManticoreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodra
Dice Chain: Links 1-3
Dice Chain: Links 1-3 Sep 1, 2026 26:48 Dice Chain is a system-fluid, multi-author, experimental fiction series. You can find all of these shows - and many others - at soloroleplayersnetwork.com.This episode's contributors:Link 1: Tale of the ManticoreLink 2: The Lone AdventurerLink 3: Errant AdventuresBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6
Encyclopedia Manticorica Update
Encyclopedia Manticorica Update Aug 27, 2026 2:45 Encyclopedia Manticorica has been updated and is available for free on DTRPG Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--62768
The Warden's Song
The Warden's Song Aug 23, 2026 1:38 The Warden's Song: Words and music by Tale of the Manticore. Vocals by Sienna J.https://www.instagram.com/siennajmusic/Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-

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