Intelligence Check is an actual play series that's big on the laughs. It's a light-hearted show, using D&D 5e rules, set in the homebrew world of the Lichstone Empire. We've got dark and mysterious backgrounds, defensive elephants, weird gambling, oddly specific kobold slaughter, and tentacles. Way too many tentacles.
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 02, 2019
Wednesday Jan 02, 2019
In our last episode the team faced a series of challenges as they were led through the mountain by the Warforged Fergus. These challenges tested their moral character, willingness to sacrifice for others, and if they can get over their paralyzing fear of taking damage they can see coming.
They also showed that they are willing to forget about ethical dilemmas as soon as they are able to move past them. And while they may be inclined to just gloss over what was done to that poor displacer beast, we here at the Episode Description Department feel it is our duty to hold them to account! Sure it had big claws with which it tried to kill the adventurers. But not one of them attempted to cuddle the tentacled murder-kitty!
We've just been handed a note saying our job here is to talk about the current episode. Fine. Our adventurers continue through the mountain, facing the challenges Fergus leads them to. There is no cuddling in this episode. And yes, they do show a little mercy. But there is no discussion of the fate of the poor displacer beast or how some party members allow their lust for blood to override the misgivings of the others!
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Theme song by Jet 'n' Joby
Logo designed by Ed Rempfer
Wednesday Dec 19, 2018
Wednesday Dec 19, 2018
Having been led into the mountain by the mysterious living armor, the party discovers a series of traps, puzzles, and ethical dilemmas. That's all the the things these adventurers are the worst at! Chances are this won't go well. Having actually learned some lessons from previous adventurers, Kort and Rath try to be cautious. But Tor is around, and Tor is impulsive, kicking things off with a bang. Kort and Rath try very hard to not to suffer the consequences of that impulsiveness, but that doesn't work out. Someone gets a little mad about it.
It's not all bad for the party though. Tor has a new shiny friend, Rath sees some fun tentacles, and Kort rolls poorly. Which is bad for him, but funny for everyone else. It turns out frustration is a great way to get emotion from these guys! Thankfully, Blag demonstrates his monk training by remaining calm and stoic. Despite having a -1 to his intelligence stat, he also still makes really good puns! And then he goes and does horrible, awful things in combat. Will this be the trial that finally puts our adventurers at each others' throats? Will they be merciful to others at their own expense? It's time for a little group therapy!
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Wednesday Dec 05, 2018
Wednesday Dec 05, 2018
In the last episode, our adventurers were about to get chomped on by a pack of dinos when a mysterious whistle drew the razor-clawed critters away. That's not ominous at all! The party decided to take a breather in the tree tops they found themselves in after having fled in terror from their imminent disembowelment. Now, with guidance from the spirit of Babushka, they set back out to continue their trek through the jungle.
It quickly becomes apparent that the island does not welcome their presence! With the land itself resisting their progress, will our adventurers be forced back into their leafy sanctuary? What new mysteries will they discover in their explorations? And will they willingly walk into any obvious traps? If they are enticed by something shiny, of course they will! It's time to channel their inner survivor for man, half-elf, tiefling, and dwarf vs. wild!
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Tuesday Nov 20, 2018
Tuesday Nov 20, 2018
Our last episode was a lot of ,"we're going to die", and ,"how's that unconscious guy floating for so long?" Then Kort was all like ,"I'll save everyone with magic." So, now the party has washed up on an island. Which is much more pleasant than drowning. Although, Tor seems a bit distracted. And oddly, his concern doesn't seem to be for his casino, which is now under water.
It appears the mysterious Jade is on this island as well. Is she somehow responsible for stranding our adventurers there? Also, what is the deal with her and Kort? Perhaps he'll spin a tale about his own past deeds for once. As the party pushes deeper into the island, what strange predators will they encounter? And how will Blag horrifically dismember them? It's time to hold on to your butts!
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Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
In our last episode Rath got hit very, very hard. He is down for the count and things are not looking good. In light of these events he has asked that we read the following statement- "I don't like this episode. I don't appreciate the abuse my body receives. I don't get to blast anything or use tentacles to mess with people. Also I've decided cruises are dumb. People pay for these?The food is supposed to be the big draw, and there isn't even a chef! So what if we are slightly responsible for that? I would like to thank my party members for their support through these difficult times. Except Tor. He needs to stop taking his shirt off. It's gross. Please direct any questions to my Attorney, Beaker. Thank you."
How will our adventurers survive the ongoing water elemental assault? Will Tor resist the urge to unleash powerful spells in the area of Rath's body? Will anyone remember that there are passengers on board? It's time to sink or swim!
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Theme song by Jet 'n' Joby
Logo designed by Ed Rempfer