Rolling with Difficulty (Rolling with Difficulty Table)
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| 03 Dec 2021 | Rolling with Difficulty: Trailer | 00:01:55 | |
Meet the crew of the Per Aspera! These plane-hopping morons will do any job, no matter how questionable or dangerous. With the help of the Per Aspera, their trusty Spelljammer, they just might find success, despite how they always seem to be Rolling with Difficulty. Rolling with Difficulty is a D&D 5e actual play podcast, premiering January 7th, 2022. Available on all major podcast platforms and direct from our RSS feed at: https://rollingwithdifficultypod.transistor.fm/ Cast: Music by Prod. Dom: | |||
| 02 Aug 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 5: "Of Rats and Hags" | 03:13:07 | |
We're taking a week off! Regular episodes resume August 16th. Tune in to the Midseason Q&A on August 10th at 5pm EST over on YouTube if you miss us in the meantime! An old contact of Bileyg's reaches out through, unconventional, means, and sends the detectives in search of missing memories. Their hunt will take them to some of the most emotional, most disturbing, and maybe even most tasteful locales Sigil has to offer! Will they find the Hag's treasure? Or are these feelings too fleeting for Open and Shut? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 10 Jan 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 1: "The Show Must Go On" | 04:14:48 | |
Following their bittersweet victory over the Grixit, the detectives of Open and Shut are back to their usual duties (and researching some personal projects as they do). Striking a deal with the Planar Trade Consortium brings with it a new mystery on familiar ground, familiar faces, and a new investigator to shake up Open and Shut's status quo... Producer Note: Hi guys! Thanks for listening. We had to roll with some technical difficulties (maybe we should rename the pod?) with Austin's microphone early this session. I cast "fix audio" as best I could, thanks for bearing with it and I hope you still enjoy the episode! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Rolls Untold Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Sep 2023 | Season 4 Post-Season Q&A: Another One Down | 02:02:42 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! The cast answers your hardest-hitting questions as we recap season 4! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 14 Jul 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 2: “Escape from Avernus” | 03:13:10 | |
On their first job from Oto in a while, the crew returns to Avernus and quickly find themselves once more enjoying the speed of travel common on the plane. New clients are met, deliveries are made, and above all else, the Per Aspera escapes Avernus! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to Song of the Broken for sponsoring today's adventure! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 28 Jan 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 4: "Teatime with the Mad Hatter of Faerie" | 04:09:07 | |
Fall down the rabbit hole with Kyana and the crew as a simple town-fortification mission goes horribly wrong. Of course, "horribly wrong" is just par for the course with our next plane, the Feywild! Will Dani and VR-LA be able to teach the villagers how to "Home Alone" their way to safety? Will Kyana be damseled? Is Finbar ever gonna take us home to meet his family again? Find out on another nonsense episode of Rolling with Difficulty! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi Goofs: | |||
| 02 Feb 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 5: “Countdown” | 04:33:09 | |
Time is ticking as the crew rushes to diffuse the Mindflayer's psionic destroyers. Delving into the depths of where the Plane of Earth meets the Astral sea, every step takes them closer to their goal, and every round takes the Mindflayers closer to theirs. Will the crew make it in time? Thank you to our friends over at Twice Rolled Tales! Check them out: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVT2TR3-Fa2fhqA0tRNzArQ Instagram: @twicerolledtales Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 12 Jan 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 2: “Unchained” | 04:10:14 | |
In order to pay for the upgrades needed to break the laws of the Planescape, the Per Aspera crew must return to more familiar routines, and do a job for the Heap. Demons, ichor, fires and more await them on a fetch quest for old times sake... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to our friends over at Burnt Cook Book Party! Check them out: Patreon: www.patreon.com/bcbparty Twitter: @BCBParty Tumblr: @bcbparty
Contact the Pod: Cast: Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 18 Aug 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 6: “Til Death Do Us Part” | 03:48:38 | |
After a lifetime of planning (and many conspiracy boards) it's finally time for the wedding of Finbar and Elyse! As the crew begins a new chapter, will unexpected guests come to object? ---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: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar/Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Season 2 Q&A: Halfway There | 01:07:39 | |
We answer questions from you about the ongoing adventures of the Per Aspera! This episode was originally recorded as a livestream on the Rolling with Difficulty YouTube channel ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Campaign Art by @stuckinspace | |||
| 12 Aug 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 7: "Overclock" | 03:50:31 | |
Content Warning: Rot, Fungi, Trypophobia Exiting the cave lair of the fanatical fungi, the crew of the Per Aspera and Riggs take a moment to breathe. Just a moment though, as a call from Sigil sends them rocketing back as fast as they, and their ship, can go. Will they return in time to stop whatever nefarious plot is cooking? Or will their attempts to overclock their spelljammer leave them stranded in the Astral Sea? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 04 Feb 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 5: "Old Monks Die Hard" | 03:22:01 | |
Having successfully defeated the bandit bunnies threatening Finbar's hometown, the crew takes a well-earned breather and Yub Nubs it up with the Firbolgs of the Feywild. Emotions and stories are shared, gifts exchanged, and at the end of it all the gang returns to Sigil. What they find waiting for them should be an easy ride back to the city of Brass....but a figure from Kyana's past has other plans...
Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 05 Jul 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 1: “A Dame, A Deal, A Devil” | 03:56:14 | |
Content Warning: Arachnophobia Step on in to Open and Shut Investigations! When you've got a job that needs doing, they're the cutters for the gig. In the series premiere of Rolling with Difficulty's second campaign, our new crew of heroes are hired by an academic in distress, and quickly find themselves thrown into a world of devils and deals. Will they crack the case? Find out in Open and Shut! Plug Pins! Preorder your very own weird little dude here: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Mar 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 10: “Caged Hearts” | 05:21:18 | |
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... Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Subreddit: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 3: “Eye of the Efreeti” | 03:48:26 | |
When the Rakshasa Golzar demands Finbar repay his debts, the crew once more returns to the City of Brass, but this time, they're tangling with the Palace of the Sun and Moon itself. Will the crew pull of their highest-stake heist yet? Or will lingering fears freeze them in the eyes of the Efreeti? ---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: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | We're Level Thirteen! | 00:14:54 | |
We're level thirteen! The crew prepares to fight the big fight by leveling up. ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 13 Jan 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 2: “Tales of the Planescape” | 04:36:18 | |
On a forced vacation, each member of the Per Aspera crew sets off on their own mini adventure. From favors for old friends, heartfelt connections, indiscriminate sport violence, and some childhood wish-fulfillment, this anthology is truly a collection of tales from throughout the Planescape! ---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: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | We're Level Four! | 00:13:10 | |
Open and Shut has leveled up! What new feats, classes and more will they chose? Check out in this quick bonus level up! Plug Pins! Preorder your very own weird little dude here: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 31 Oct 2022 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "Curse of the Amulet" | 04:12:36 | |
Welcome to a very spooky special from the Rolling with Difficulty team! We mix up who sits in the Keeper chair as Sophia runs a haunting one-shot in the Call of Cthulhu system. Joined by special guest Dominic Noble, the investigators find themselves embroiled in a mysterious haunting when a young man with a perculiar amulet enlists their help. Will they survive the night? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Dominic Noble Austin Funk OSP Red Sophia Ricciardi Wally Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 15 Sep 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 10: “Inevitable” | 04:18:14 | |
In the finale of season 4, the Per Aspera and her crew (and their new Nautiloid, no biggie) parse the notes left behind by the Mindflayers. Intent on discerning the next move of their foes, they plunge the depths of the ship. What sleeps in the heart of the Nautiloid? What mysteries will they solve, and who guards the secrets of the Planescape... Rolling with Difficulty will return Janurary 2024 for the 5th season of the adventures of the Per Aspera! Keep an eye on our socials and upload platforms for one shots, posts, and other additional information during the downtime, and don't forget to roll your hit dice! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | We're Level Fourteen! | 00:08:12 | |
The end is looming and we forgot to announce it, but turns out, breaking the laws of the Planescape let you level up! Enjoy this surprise lil get stronger session before the campaign finale! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 06 Jan 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 1: “Ignition” | 03:57:05 | |
VR-LA receives a contact from his new patron, but he's not the only one hearing from their employers. The crew returns to the City of Brass at the behest of Oto, unhappy with their truancy, and ready to send them on yet another dangerous mission. Will the crew manage to satiate their fiery funder? Or will the spark of adventure fizzle out? Things heat up in season three of Rolling with Difficulty! ---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: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 03 Nov 2023 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "A Disappearance in the City of Walls: Part 1" | 04:12:31 | |
In the city of walls and secrets, five unlikely heroes unravel a mystery, breaking walls and following the trail of kidnapped Fire Nation kids. Join the Rolling with Difficulty crew and special guest Tim Hickson as they jump into a mysterious adventure in the Avatar Legends TTRPG system, run by our very own Noir! Rolling with Difficulty will return Janurary 2024 for the 5th season of the adventures of the Per Aspera! Keep an eye on our socials and upload platforms for updates during the downtime, and don't forget to roll your hit dice! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Binh - OSP Red Kayo - Sophia Ricciardi Iluak - Wally Soma - Tim Hickson Game Master - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 27 May 2022 | We're Level Seven! | 00:17:03 | |
Season 2 is on the way, but while we await July 2nd, the crew got a little...stronger... Come level up with the gang and get a sneak preview of some of the abilities you'll see in action in season 2! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Mar 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 8: “Vivisector” | 03:23:49 | |
CONTENT WARNING: Body Modification Returning to the Synobium for the final time, the crew begins their assault on the Dreadnaught. Many foes lie in wait, twisted halls and malicious devices, will they be able to push through and save the Planescape? Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 10: “Hearts Unbound” | 03:36:12 | |
CONTENT WARNING: Stress, Anxiety, the Five Stages of TTRPG Combat Grief After saving the Planescape, the crew faces their greatest foe, DX-TR. The mechanite holding their way home hostage, they must stand together, or risk falling apart. In this, the thrilling conclusion of the Per Aspera campaign! Thank you for listening to the Per Aspera campaign from Rolling with Difficulty! It has been our honor and our joy to have you out on the Astral Sea with us. The pod will be back this summer for campaign 2, but until then, be sure to follow us on socials and Discord, and stay tuned for one shots and more info about our upcoming Sigil campaign. With difficulty, to the stars... Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Jul 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 4: “Fortune's Folly” | 03:15:30 | |
When a socialite Gith turns up asking for help in the middle of anti-peak, no detective could turn her down! But just who is our new client's pursuers? Are they after her, or the coin she recently acquired from a lucky turn of the Fortune's Wheel? Only Open and Shut could crack this (coin) case! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Game Master Monday! Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 06 Sep 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 9: "Sabotage on the Concordant Express" | 03:23:55 | |
An invitation to join the maiden voyage of the Concordant Express arrives at Open and Shut, and our detectives are eager to learn all that locomotion can do! If only they weren't the only ones interested in inter-planar rail travel... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- This Episode is Brought to you by LOOT, Coming to Kickstarter September 17th! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 07 Jan 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 1: "A Matter of the Heart" | 04:04:07 | |
Welcome to the Planescape dear viewers, and to the very first episode of Rolling with Difficulty! On their first (televised) adventure, the crew of the Per Aspera takes on cliches by...starting in a tavern? Ah well, it's much more exciting after that, with questionable collectors recruiting out crew to set sail into the Astral Sea in search of the heart of a dead god. Will our "heroes" prevail and earn their end-of-year bonus? Or will the denizens of the vast and mysterious Planescape make this voyage their last? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Goofs: | |||
| 14 Jan 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 2: "Hell and Back Again" | 03:28:51 | |
Descend into Avernus! Wait no, not like that, we just have a train to rob! Returning from a successful gig, the crew of the Per Aspera wastes no time picking up another job, stealing soul coins from the Nine Hells! Put on your cowboy hats and get ready for a good ole' fashioned train rustle! With stakes and speeds this high, will our intrepid heroes pull off this daring heist? Or will the fires of Hell prove too hot for the Rolling with Difficulty crew! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi Goofs: | |||
| 23 Feb 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 7: “Descent” | 02:50:52 | |
The final confrontation begins. The Per Aspera descends the Abyss, on the heels of the Dreadnaught. The forces of evil may stand against them, but as they speed through the Planescape, the only thing between the crew and breaking the rules of Spelljamming, is their own will. Thank you to our friends over at Heart of Elynthi! Check them out:
Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 14 Feb 2025 | Open and Shut Q&A: Connecting the Dots | 00:59:08 | |
We're halfway through the second season, ask us your questions! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Rolling with Difficulty Discord: Merch: Contact the Pod: Cast: Nix - Olivia Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Character Art by @stuckinspace Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 08 Jul 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 2: "All Dressed Up and Spore-Where To Go" | 03:38:40 | |
Content Warning: Rot, Fungi, Trypophobia Trapped by polite society, the crew must navigate the delicate waters of a gala they weren't necessarily invited to. Just as all hope for pleasantries and pastries seems lost, they're saved by an encounter they do know how to handle! Will these party crashers stop these...other? party crashers? You'll have to listen to find out! ---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! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | Season 3 Midseason Q&A | 01:23:31 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! The cast answers fan questions and chats the journey through the VR-LA season thus far! Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | We're Level Ten! | 00:12:50 | |
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! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Jan 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 2: "Pay the Piper" | 03:42:54 | |
Content Warning: Arachnophobia When the employees of the Rat Cafe go mysteriously missing, only the detectives at Open and Shut can find them! After all, they were the only ones asked to investigate. Along with their newest hire, Nix, they'll delve the sewers of Sigil and beyond to find the city's most beloved residents. ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Rolls Untold Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 21 Jan 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 3: "Out of Avernus and Into the Fire" | 03:10:58 | |
Go VR-LA Racer, Go! With Gith hot on their trail (and a hold full of loot) the crew of the Per Aspera is speeding across the Astral Sea running for their very lives. With a new friend in tow and still licking their wounds from the train heist in hell, the gang will have to test the limits of their imagination to find a way to lose their pursuers. One hope of escape? Acheron, the plane of endless war....no way this could backfire... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi Goofs: | |||
| 28 Jul 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 4: “Races and Reunions” | 04:14:22 | |
Summoned to Pandemonium for a showdown with a familiar rider, the crew find themselves splitting the party. Genasi on hellride, and the rest in the stands. Will they enjoy a day at the track? Or will a familiar face turn this race into a death match? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to Moontide for sponsoring today's adventure! Order your copy of this new adult fantasy by Mary Greenwood here: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 08 Sep 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 9: “Calamari Chaos” | 04:15:06 | |
Recovering from their marathon and with new knowledge of the Mindflayer locations, the crew consults with their assembled party guests and makes a plan. Those squids won't stay undisturbed for long.... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 25 Aug 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 7: “Inner Depths” | 04:13:26 | |
Jumping right out of the party and on to the rescue, the updated crew head to save their Drow-of-choice Cressida. Sinking to the Mindflayers level once more, will they make it in time? Or will they struggle to come up for air? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 9: “Rematch” | 03:38:26 | |
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? Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 29 Jul 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 5: "Ascent" | 04:22:08 | |
When an unusual cleric asks for passage to Mt. Celestia, who is the crew to refuse? Offering their helping Hans, they find themselves victim of not only a comedy duo, but the more sinister side of the Plane of Lawful Good. Will they be able to guide their passenger to his godly task? ---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! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 18 Feb 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 7: "Mechanite Mayhem" | 03:10:09 | |
Pulling the tread of VR-LA's newest recollections, the gang makes for Mechanus. In the land of gears and law, they run into a powerful figure from the past, reorganize their inventory, and face their greatest foe, a door! Don't get too comfy, this trip isn't all fun and games... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | Campaign 1 Wrap-Up Q&A: To The Stars | 01:59:21 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! At the end of the Per Aspera campaign, the crew answers your questions about the adventures thus far, and gives a taste of what is to come! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 07 Mar 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 8: "Rotten to the Core" | 04:15:11 | |
Content Warning: Fungi, Disease, Medical Malpractice, Austin is Gross (Again) The detectives of Open and Shut may be reeling from retaliation from the Fortune's Wheel, but they are professionals, and they have a case. They open investigation into the new mysterious disease on the streets of Sigil, and quickly find the source may be more deeper and more sinister then some rogue flies... Producer Note: We had to re-record the second half of this episode due to major technical difficulties (the greatest foe any podcaster can face!) Though Sophia rolled pretty high on her "clean up audio" check, there may still be some noticeable glitches. Thank you for listening along anyway and we hope you enjoy this adventure! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Kyana and Finbar Pin Pack Available Now! Presale has been extended for one week, preorder for yourself at: Special Thank You to Our Friends at Twice Rolled Tales: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 21 Mar 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 10: "Closed Loop" | 04:51:38 | |
Their ducks in a row, the detectives of Open and Shut have one final case to solve. The rescue of Evrard begins now. The Loop will be broken. Thank you for listening to the Open and Shut campaign from Rolling with Difficulty! It has been our honor and our joy to have you out on the streets of Sigil with us. The pod will be back this summer for campaign 3, but until then, be sure to follow us on socials and Discord, and stay tuned for one shots and more info about our upcoming third campaign. Case closed, for now... Special Thank You to Our Friends at Twice Rolled Tales: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Evrard - Wally Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 16 Feb 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 6: “Eye of the Beholder” | 03:11:07 | |
Content Warning: Interrogation Enlisting the aid of an old friend to help their new one regain his mind, the crew regroups in Sigil, at the Palace of Hira. Their forces muster, a last attempt to gain information presents itself, and plans are laid. The eye of the storm will soon be upon them, but today, they rest in it's gaze... Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Apr 2022 | Per Aspera Episode 0: "The Lost Episode" | 03:23:47 | |
Opening the Rolling with Difficulty vault, we're sharing our practice run pre-season one, session 0! A little rough, a little tumble, but still a fun adventure with the Per Aspera crew...before they were even the crew! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 14 Mar 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 9: "Immortal Peril" | 05:02:10 | |
In order to clear their names in the eyes of Sigil's more powerful factions, the detectives of Open and Shut must steal from the Dead themselves. Information is gathered, every boon is called in, and the Mortuary looms as the Chronosphere beckons. They cannot fail, but do they have the brains to succeed? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Kyana and Finbar Pin Pack Available Now! Presale has been extended for one week, preorder for yourself at: Special Thank You to Our Friends at 5 GMs in a Trenchcoat! Check Them Out: Special Thank You to Our Friends at Twice Rolled Tales: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 03 Mar 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 8: “Elemental Exterminators” | 03:39:59 | |
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. Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 05 Jan 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 1: “Defenses Down” | 03:21:46 | |
In the season premiere for the final season of the Per Aspera campaign, the crew picks up right where they left off, with a mysterious meeting with one elusive Gith. Wills are tested, old friends reencountered, and the race to break the Planescape begins! ---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 51% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | We're Level Five! | 00:13:25 | |
In the midst of our lates adventure, the crew takes a break to level up! Hope these new powers will get to wait a season to see some use... Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 07 Feb 2024 | Season 5 Mid-Season Q&A: The End is Nigh | 01:31:46 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! We're halfway through season 5! The cast answers your questions and teases a bit about campaign 2... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 05 Aug 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 6: "Reversals" | 04:20:09 | |
Content Warning: Rot, Fungi, Trypophobia A moment's respite in the City of Brass is cut short by a dire message from a familiar face. Will the crew be able to rescue their charge in time? Or will the rot claim another cook? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to Campfire for sponsoring today's adventure! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Apr 2025 | Open and Shut Q&A: Case Closed | 01:50:45 | |
Another campaign closed, the cast assembles to answer your questions and bring the secrets of Open and Shut to light! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Evrard - Wally Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 11 Aug 2023 | Season 4 Midseason Q&A: Oops We Did It Again | 01:09:32 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! The cast answers your burning question halfway through season 4! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Sep 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 8: “Noble Deeds” | 03:32:55 | |
CONTENT WARNING: Character Death, Ceremorphosis As Kyana rushes to punch the Elder Brain, the rest of the crew struggles to keep up. Will they charge into the unknown, regardless of what they encounter? Or will the machinations of the members take this session in a different direction? Tensions flare on this weeks episode of Rolling with Difficulty! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 16 Jan 2023 | We're Level Nine! | 00:17:48 | |
We're level 9! Dani gets fireball! Kyana may surprise you! VR-LA debates making another deal with the devil! Finbar continues to be the only adult in the room! Come listen for all the specifics of how our crew is growing mechanically! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Feb 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 6: “Ad Astra: Part 2” | 04:21:40 | |
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? Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Thank you to special guest Dominic Noble! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 27 Jan 2025 | We're Level Six! | 00:11:11 | |
New detective in tow, Open and Shut levels up! Tune into a brief little bonus to find out just what boons they'll gain. ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 04 Aug 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 5: “Here Comes the Bride” | 03:38:46 | |
The wedding day is nearly here! The crew scatters to the various preparations, delivering invitations, picking up the cake, finding the perfect gift, and...more? Well whatever uninvited guests party planning brings, the crew is there to kick them out! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 27 Jan 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 4: “Familiar Melodies” | 03:34:38 | |
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... Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 20 Dec 2024 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "Heartwood Coven" | 02:35:33 | |
Content Warning: Insects In the name of TTRPG antics, we'll punish you! In this special one-shot adventure we try out the system Girl By Moonlight and dive into the town of Magnolia. Here the Heartwood Coven, our cast of witchy magical girls, defend the denizens from the goonish forces who threaten to steal their very essence. Can they thwart the villains once more? Can they look cute AND fight crime? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at 5 GMs in a Trenchcoat! Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Director - Sophia Ricciardi Roux - Tanlynn Melanie - OSP Red Aiva - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: | |||
| 26 Aug 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 9: "What the Heart Wants: Part 1" | 03:20:55 | |
After defeating the Topaz dragon awaiting them on the Plane of Salt, the Per Aspera and her crew settle in for a relaxing week of downtime. After catching up on their respective to-do lists, they find themselves once more drawn to the Chef's Guild. This time, for a contest! With a prize as desirable as the Connoisseur offers, will their relationships survive some friendly competition? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficuly Reddit: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 03 Feb 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 5: “Ad Astra: Part 1” | 03:49:27 | |
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... Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Thank you to special guest Dominic Noble! Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 07 Jun 2024 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "Shadow of the Skysplitter" | 04:10:36 | |
Content Warning: Giant Insects, Entomophobia As the century brood awakens, five inhabitants find themselves drawn to an ancient ruin, and the tense standoff between the Farmerlings and Cloudlings that reside there. How will they sway the situation? And will they escape before the Imago arrive? Rolling with Difficulty Campaign 2, "Open and Shut," begins this summer! Return to Sigil and join our new team of adventurers for hire as they help solve crime (and other problems) in the City of Doors. ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: The Warden - OSP Red Clancey - Eric Silver Twitter: @El_Silvero
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| 24 Jan 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 3: "Thicker Than Water" | 03:59:52 | |
After aiding their escape from the Fortune's Wheel, Oobtaglor Skopun calls in their owed favor of their sibling and the rest of Open and Shut. In order to get this sibling rivalry off-plane, they'll need to call in all manner of devilish favors to find Oobtaglor the younger's missing payload... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Rolls Untold Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Nov 2023 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "A Disappearance in the City of Walls: Part 2" | 03:59:43 | |
Returning to Ba Sing Se we catch up with our crew as they continue their search for the missing Ambassador's children. Will they find them in time? Or will the Dao Fei of the City of Walls win the day? Rolling with Difficulty will return Janurary 2024 for the 5th season of the adventures of the Per Aspera! Keep an eye on our socials and upload platforms for updates during the downtime, and don't forget to roll your hit dice! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Binh - OSP Red Kayo - Sophia Ricciardi Iluak - Wally Soma - Tim Hickson Game Master - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 23 Aug 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 7: "Infestation" | 03:40:45 | |
Content Warning: Insects, Infection, Xenomorph Stuff, Austin is Gross A mysterious illness puts Open and Shut on the case of some Limbo stowaways. Can the gang aid Bileyg's old friend and save the infected? Or is this one for the medical malpractice suits? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- queeRPG is a TTPRG podcast by queer people, for queer people. You can find them at: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 May 2023 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "Weird Little Dudes" | 02:41:32 | |
While the crew is away, the little dudes will play! When Captain Plug notices strange happenings on the Per Aspera, he assembles the rest of the familiars of the ship to investigate. Will they be able to protect their weird big dudes? Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Sunny - OSP Red Plug - Sophia Ricciardi The Pixies - Wally Game Master - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 07 Feb 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 5: "The Dead and None: Part 2" | 03:52:46 | |
Content Warning: Austin is Gross (Again) Facing down the Death Tyrant at the heart of the Mortuary, Oobtaglor and Nix are alone, separated from the rest of Open and Shut. Can they maneuver this situation to their advantage? Will they retrieve the body of Nil? Or will the Dead gain two new companions... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Model Our Nations, Check It Out: Special Thank You to Our Friends at Rolls Untold Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | We're Level Eleven! | 00:11:00 | |
We're level 11! Dani is no longer the only healer! Kyana has ghosts! VR-LA can shock even more! Vhas reveals his class levels! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 12 Jul 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 2: “Murderous Masonry” | 03:09:35 | |
When our goodest-doer encounters a grandmother in distress, the detectives set out on a missing persons case that just might find them dissapearing too! Can they unravel the movements of an ever-changing city? Or will they too find themselves missing on the job? Plug Pins! Preorder your very own weird little dude here: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 08 Mar 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 9: “Mindflayer Over Matter” | 02:54:31 | |
CONTENT WARNING: Character Death, Kidnapping One foe vanquished, the crew delves deeper into the Dreadnought. Their target all too eager to greet them. In the final confrontation with the Progenitor, will all their preparations be enough? And where is DX-TR! Thank you to our friends over at Mage Hand High Five, your new third-favorite TTRPG podcast! Check them out: Listen now: https://podfollow.com/mage-hand-high-five Discord: https://discord.gg/tVTZAq3qQH Instagram: @magehandhighfivepodcast Twitter: @magehandhigh5 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/magehandhighfive Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | Open and Shut Q&A: A New Conspiracy | 01:49:01 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! Season One of "Open and Shut" done, the cast gathers to answer your questions! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 19 Jan 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 3: “Sanctum” | 04:11:52 | |
Improvements to the Per Aspera well underway, the crew continues their grand tour of the Planescape, revisiting old friends and encountering old enemies... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to our friends over at Join the Party! Check them out: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jointhepartypod Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | We're Level Twelve! | 00:11:36 | |
We're level 12! The crew takes a minute post-season to roll some hit dice and make difficult, multi-class related choices... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 02 Sep 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 10: “What the Heart Wants: Part 2” | 04:18:34 | |
In this the season 2 finale, the crew of the Per Aspera race Elyse and Davian through the Beastlands. Just finding their twilight fruit is only the beginning of their trouble, as there is still the matter of the impending competition with the entire Searing Tongue! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to Campfire for sponsoring today's adventure! Rolling with Difficuly Fan Pages: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 16 Aug 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 6: "Secret of the Oob" | 04:10:00 | |
When the Sod Killers turn up with a warrant for Oobtaglor's arrest, the agency must quickly rally around their own. Can they figure out who is framing our favorite Ooze in time? Or will Oobtaglor answer for a mysterious Oob-poster's crime? ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at 5 GMs in a Trenchcoat! Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 17 Sep 2022 | Season 2 Q&A: "Wrap Up" | 02:00:16 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube livestream! It's time for one last hurrah before closing the book on season 2! The cast gathers to answer questions for you, the fans! --Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!-- TV Tropes & Reddit: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Campaign Art by @stuckinspace | |||
| 22 Jul 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 4: "Stowaway" | 03:14:52 | |
Content Warning: Gun Reference and Use (Pistol), Psychological Horror, Nightmares, Trauma, Descriptions of deadly injuries ---This episode deals with the crew's trauma and nightmares post the 1 hour and 13 minute mark. If you just want the fun party and none of the fighting your demons, tune out after that time.--- ---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! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 01 Jul 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 1: "Everything's Gotta Eat" | 04:08:22 | |
Content Warning: Rot, Fungi, Trypophobia Four idiots and a Spelljammer are back baby! And in the season 2 premiere, the crew of the Per Aspera gets up to all their usual hijinks, from wrangling a frosty lizard to dealing with the space DMV, this episode has it all! So what are you waiting for? Get to listening already! Come level up with the gang and get a sneak preview of some of the abilities you'll see in action in season 2! ---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! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 24 Feb 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 7: “Repercussions” | 03:00:02 | |
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. Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Jan 2024 | Per Aspera Season 5 Episode 4: “Fossils and Roots” | 03:41:49 | |
Content Warning: Body Horror, Body Alteration, Spiders Answering the B-Team's call, the crew rushes to the Beastlands. There they find an old threat, new god, and discover the true meaning of the word "chicken." ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Vhas - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 20 Jan 2023 | Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 3: “Emi” | 03:35:15 | |
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... Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 19 Jul 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 3: “A Clockwork Conspiracy” | 03:31:17 | |
When a murder is found at Sigil's latest ambitious construction site, Open and Shut is set on the case! Can they unravel the tangled cogs and gears of this train station across the planes? Or will this conspiracy go too deep for our detectives to parse? Plug Pins! Preorder your very own weird little dude here: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 06 Mar 2025 | We're Level Seven! | 00:06:25 | |
Delayed in posting as Sophia battles the turbo-cold (and loses on the front of "forgetting the level up existed,") enjoy this little bonus teaser of abilities to come! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Kyana and Finbar Pin Pack Available Now! Preorder for yourself at: Special Thank You to Our Friends at Twice Rolled Tales: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 25 Feb 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 8: "Meeting in the Pit" | 03:28:32 | |
In the wake of Kyana's capture, the rest of the gang is of one mind. They will make for the Material Plane, and they will get their monk back. What horrors await them? What sinister purpose do the Mind Flayers have for Kyana and her ilk? Find out on the season finale of Rolling with Difficulty! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 6: "Monstrous Intent" | 04:28:11 | |
After a near-miss with a Death Tyrant and seeing Nix and Nil reunited, the doors of Open and Shut swing open once more to welcome a newcomer to the city. Fally, cleric of Helm, seeks out our dedicated detectives, and brings with them the stern eye of Mt. Celestia.... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Kyana and Finbar Pin Pack Available Now! Preorder for yourself at: Special Thank You to Love for the Love Gods, Check It Out: Special Thank You to Our Friends at Twice Rolled Tales: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 4: "The Dead and None: Part 1" | 03:34:56 | |
Content Warning: Body Horror, Animal Endangerment After dealing with one complicated sibling relationship, the detectives of Open and Shut turn their attention to the next and begin the search for Nil. Their missing persons will take them to familiar haunts, familiar foes, and yet, uncover brand new threats. Will they find the wayward changeling? Or will this case add four new missing people to the Cage... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Rolls Untold Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Nix - Olivia Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | Season 3 Wrap-Up Q&A | 01:03:51 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! The cast answers your questions as we recap season 3! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- TV Tropes & Reddit: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: | |||
| 18 Mar 2022 | Season 1 Q&A: Behind the DM Screen | 02:09:50 | |
The cast gets together for one last hurrah (until we record season 2 but anyway) to recap season 1 and answer fan questions! Also to bully Austin, but that's just justice for all the mindflayers this season... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- TV Tropes & Reddit: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 26 Apr 2024 | Rolling with Difficulty Presents: "Hunt the Beast" | 03:38:05 | |
Content Warning: Character Death, Claustrophobia Choose your weapon, noble knights, and begin again the hunt. The Rolling with Difficulty crew is trying our Gila RPG's Hunt, a Lumen 2.0 system, as our crew steps into a spirit-filled forest to track and defeat a mighty beast. The obstacles on their quest are many, can our knights make it to the heart of the forest? Rolling with Difficulty Campaign 2 begins this summer! Return to Sigil and join our new team of adventurers for hire as they help solve crime (and other problems) in the City of Doors. ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Striga - OSP Red Mira - Sophia Ricciardi Rooker - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 12 Aug 2024 | Open and Shut Q&A: The First Case | 01:46:57 | |
This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream! With Campaign 2, "Open and Shut," well underway, the cast gathers to answer your questions! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 30 Aug 2024 | Open and Shut Season 1 Episode 8: "Return to Sender" | 03:29:01 | |
Knights of the Post are at it again, and as experienced thief/mailman stoppers, the detectives of Open and Shut are hot on their trail. But they're not the only ones tracking these particular Knights, and not everyone is quite so discriminating about how they handle other folks that get in their way... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Special Thank You to Our Friends at Wing Women Pod Check Them Out: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Evrard - Wally Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 19 Aug 2022 | Per Aspera Season 2 Episode 8: "Against Entropy" | 04:28:43 | |
Content Warning: Rot, Fungi, Trypophobia Hot on the tails of the attack on the guild, the crew of the Per Aspera and the much angrier Elyse chase their Genasi to the Plane of Salt. In the greyscale wasteland, all sorts of terrors await. Will the crew get their revenge? Or will their spirits fall victim to the Shadowfell's aura? Thank you to Adventurer's Overture for Sponsoring today's adventure! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 11 Feb 2022 | Per Aspera Season 1 Episode 6: "Brass Tales and Mysterious Threads" | 02:48:24 | |
On the heels of their unexpected reunion with the Prior, the crew of the Per Aspera finally returns to the City of Brass to finish their contract with the shrewd fire genasi, Otto. Debts are paid, armor is smithed, and Dani bullies a grown man. While all these vignettes play out, VR-LA begins to unravel the threads of mystery that surround our heroes... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Thank you to Michael A. for submitting page 420 of "Gith for Dummies", based on the work found here. Scroll to the bottom of the shownotes to read his work for yourself and spice up your next call with space pirates! Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi Goofs: Page 420 in "Gith For Dummies" Words to Avoid As those who interact frequently with persons of Gith descent (or who are just up on their Planar history) will know, the martial Githyanki and their monastic sibling race, the Githzerai, split so long ago that they each speak a different dialect of Gith. However, the split was not so long ago to render these dialects mutually incomprehensible. Nevertheless a non-native speaker (such as yourself) may struggle to understand the nuances of each dialect. As such, here are words in each dialect to avoid using when speaking with members of the opposing dialects, to avoid accidentally insulting your Gith hosts/ guests/ employees/ business partners/ shipmates/ captors.
dron'zhor | dron'zhort
Any and all words or phrases containing "ir'g'hel" (illithid) or "ir'g'hel'thig" (illithids), or any terminology related to mind flayers or cephalopods should not be used in reference to any Gith, if you value your life, limbs, and/or possessions. Such words and phrases include:
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| 07 Jul 2023 | Per Aspera Season 4 Episode 1: “Loose Ends” | 03:38:46 | |
After narrowly escaping the Gith stronghold, the new crew of the Per Aspera must reckon with the old. Tempers flare, difficulty conversations are had, and decisions are made as the crew deals with the ramifications of their latest stunt in the season 4 premiere! ---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: Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 28 Feb 2025 | Open and Shut Season 2 Episode 7: "Crime and Consequence" | 03:46:21 | |
Business as usual has resumed and our detectives are back on their regular cases. As they investigate another mysterious illness, they find old enemies are finally making moves, and their "usual" might be anything but... ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Kyana and Finbar Pin Pack Available Now! Preorder for yourself at: Thank you to our friends over at Mage Hand High Five, your new third-favorite TTRPG podcast! Check them out: Listen now: https://podfollow.com/mage-hand-high-five Discord: https://discord.gg/tVTZAq3qQH Instagram: @magehandhighfivepodcast BlueSky: @magehandhighfive.bsky.social Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/magehandhighfive
Rolling with Difficulty Patreon: Contact the Pod: Cast: Bileyg - OSP Red Ingrid - Sophia Ricciardi Fally - Linnie Oobtaglor - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Music by: Dominic Ricciardi | |||
| 03 Aug 2022 | We're Level Eight! | 00:16:27 | |
After an adventure with Hans, the gang was feeling a little...stronger. Come listen and find out what new abilities the crew has at level eight! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!--- Contact the Pod: Cast: Kyana - OSP Red Dani - Sophia Ricciardi Finbar - Wally VR-LA - Noir Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address: Campaign Art by @stuckinspace | |||