At Session Zero Heroes we believe in the power of storytelling through tabletop roleplaying games and use a wide variety of systems to create these stories which we share through the podcast medium. From hilarious to emotional our stories and themes come in all shapes and sizes and help us to create amazing series and one-shots for your listening pleasure! Our primary anchor shows include Benders & Brews: An Avatar Legends Actual Play which is the show that started it all! In this series we ...
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Black Friday of the Dead - An All Flesh Must Be Eaten Actual Play | Episode 2: Hallways & Hail Marys
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In episode 2 our team of shoppers discovers a group of survivors that have barricaded themselves in a bookstore in the mall's east wing. Now it's up to them to decide how they can help these survivors and get them to the roof of the mall by midnight. So far they've had a little bit of luck fighting off the undead, but will that luck continue? Or wi…
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Black Friday of the Dead - An All Flesh Must Be Eaten Actual Play | Episode 1: Dead Rise Mall
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In episode 1 our gang of Black Friday shoppers wake up late to the Sunrise Mall's opening for the holiday and rush to the shopping center in hopes the deals are still available for the various items on their Christmas lists. When they arrive, though, they are met with a very different problem: an outbreak has left the mall completely overrun by ZOM…
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Black Friday of the Dead - An All Flesh Must Be Eaten Actual Play | Episode 0: Meet the Survivors
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Black Friday of the Dead is our holiday season one-shot which uses the All Flesh Must Be Eaten TTRPG system created by Eden Studios, Inc with the idea of creating a classic zombie-based setting! In our episode 0 we're introduced to our first set of players (don't worry, more are on their way in future episodes) each of whom is playing themselves. S…
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Hunter's Haven: Trick or Treat, Fight or Flee - A Monster of the Week Actual Play | Episode 3
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In the last episode of our MOTW one-shot our tweens have discovered some clues of the dark past and history surrounding the haunted house at the end of the block, but what is it all leading up to? And what might be hiding in the final room of the McGovern home? Find out in the finale episode of our three-part Monster of the Week series - Hunter's H…
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Hunter's Haven: Trick or Treat, Fight or Flee - A Monster of the Week Actual Play | Episode 2
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Our group of tweens find themselves trapped inside the creepy house at the end of the cul de sac as they begin their sleuthing around hoping to find out what sort of mysteries lie inside. The kids have heard many strange and disturbing things about this place and are desperate to discover the truth. Will they find what they're looking for? Or will …
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Hunter's Haven: Trick or Treat, Fight or Flee - A Monster of the Week Actual Play | Episode 1
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Join us for our Halloween 2024 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Nate Vajgrt. As a group of tweens heads out for some seemingly normal trick-or-treating, they end up inside a particularly spooky house at the end of the block. In our first episode, we follow our tweets as they go out trick or treating, but…
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Hunter's Haven: Trick or Treat, Fight or Flee - A Monster of the Week Actual Play | Episode 0
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Join us for our Halloween 2024 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Nate Vajgrt. As a group of tweens heads out for some seemingly normal trick-or-treating, they end up inside a particularly spooky house at the end of the block. In this session 0, we introduce each of our characters in detail including what …
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Join us as we answer the questions sent to us about our Benders & Brews series post-finale. From character direction and choices, what the future looks like for our team of teens, missed opportunities, and everything in between! We had so much creating this incredible story and there are plenty of mysteries left for us to chat about! So join us for…
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Join us as we answer the questions sent to us about our Benders & Brews series post-finale. From character direction and choices, what the future looks like for our team of teens, missed opportunities, and everything in between! We had so much creating this incredible story and there are plenty of mysteries left for us to chat about! So join us for…
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On the night of Black Friday, in 2016, three kids awaken aging in their late teens. They’re late for their trip to the great Sunrise Mall, where they’ll get deals on presents during this holiday shopping crawl. Unfortunately, for them, they’re in for a surprise. A turn of events which caused the undead to rise! Trapped in the mall filled with the u…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 12 (Part 3) - The Hardest Part is Saying Goodbye
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It's been a long road with ups and downs, wins and losses and now it's all about to come to the final showdown as our gang of teens face off against their two greatest foes who have haunted their very existence for years: Madame Yang, and General Wang Long. Will the team be able to get Mr. Okuran's signed? Or will it get burned to a crisp leaving t…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 12 (Part 2) - Taking Back Gaoling
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Having narrowly survived their encounter with the evil bat spirit Banfou, and discovering Bill's hidden bending, the gang is exhausted and unsure of how they will possibly get back home where Okuran's will was hidden. Thankfully, an old friend of Guo's appears to help them, but what awaits the gang as this mysterious character finds them weak and v…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 12 (Part 1) - The Final Reunion
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Having narrowly survived their encounter with the evil bat spirit Banfou, and discovering Bill's hidden bending, the gang is exhausted and unsure of how they will possibly get back home where Okuran's will was hidden. Thankfully, an old friend of Guo's appears to help them, but what awaits the gang as this mysterious character finds them weak and v…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 11 - Like a Bat Out of Hell
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The group is trapped in a cave with a truly evil bat-spirit and its possessed minions knocking the players down one fatigue at a time leaving them exhausted and weak. Their only hope is escape as they try everything they can to flee the cave but will they be able to make it? Or will a long-hidden secret be the only thing that can rescue them from t…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 10 - The Abandoned Village
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The team finds themselves trapped inside the chieftain hut in the abandoned Water Tribe village as a trio of wolves seemingly possessed by some mysterious evil await outside, hungry for the teens hidden away. Will they be able to overcome these monstrous creatures? Or will they become prey to the predators? And what happened to the village and its …
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 9 - Pre-Flight Checklist
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After successfully getting their third clue back from Madame Yang's tea factory the gang is on their final stop: the Southern Water Nation. It's a long journey and the perfect time to use the Flying Bison whistle Guru Tapik had given them But what will the teens, and most importantly Meeka, find when they return to her place of birth? Find out in t…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 8 - Fleeing the Factory
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The gang has finally taken the fight to the enemy as they make their way to the town of Zigan where the Hot Leaf Juice factory sits amidst the industrial district. The team of teens will need to find a way to get inside and figure out where Madame Yang would have hidden the clue from Mr. Okuran which she stole. Will they be able to get past her and…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 7 - Going Behind Enemy Lines
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The gang has finally taken the fight to the enemy as they make their way to the town of Zigan where the Hot Leaf Juice factory sits amidst the industrial district. The team of teens will need to find a way to get inside and figure out where Madame Yang would have hidden the clue from Mr. Okuran which she stole. Will they be able to get past her and…
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Escape from Dino Island One-Shot: Episode 3 - Get to the Choppa'
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Having successfully made it to the island's HQ and snagged some dino DNA the team rests for the night knowing that tomorrow they'll need to abandon Admiral Assman and flee the island if they want the promised riches from their mysterious benefactor. Will they be able to make it off the island? Or will a surprise guest manage to cancel their flight?…
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Escape from Dino Island One-Shot: Episode 2 - Micro Raptors Mean Macro Problems
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The team continues their exploration of the island finding themselves at one of the electrical stations that once powered the dino-island where they discover some foul play is afoot. While distracted inside the room they find themselves cornered by a small pack of Velociraptors. Will they be able to escape and make it to the headquarters at the cen…
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Escape from Dino Island One-Shot: Episode 1 - Raptors & Rollercoasters
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The team of DNA hunters arrive on DinoQuest Island accompanied by Admiral Assman from the local military. The team is in disguise as a film crew recording a documentary about the dinosaur-infested island in hopes of getting to the labs where the DNA is kept but, without a vehicle, they will have to trek the peninsula on foot. What monstrosities wil…
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Escape from Dino Island One-Shot: Episode 0 - Meet the DinoSquad
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In the aftermath of the DinoQuest Park Catastrophe, a mysterious message found its way to four individuals each a specialist in their field. This message outlined a dangerous mission of unimaginable reward which would send each of these agents to the abandoned island overrun with the ancient reptiles for which it got its name. Their goal? Reach the…
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3F: Faith, Fantasy, and Fairytales - Feed Swap - Lorehaven Hearth
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Our good friends from the 3F podcast are swapping feeds with us! Check out their podcast! "A discussion between two Christian nerds about the nerdiest stuff we can think of including, D&D, SCI-FI, the superhero genre, etc. We try to incorporate humor, imaginative storytelling, and a good ole' fashion ribbing to make the listening experience a whole…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 6 - The Immovable Rock vs The Unstoppable Fire
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With the surprise return of Madame Yang who once again stands in the way of the team completing their mission, Brock Lee gears up to fight the group's arch-nemesis one on one! Will he be able to best her in combat? Or will he be knocked down leaving her to abscond with the necessary clue they need to move forward in the hunt for Okuran's will? Find…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 5 - The Return of Madame Yang
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As the group FINALLY finished the last of the five trials, inside the caverns of the abandoned Air Temple, they are startled to find their arch-rival Madame Yang waiting inside with their next clue and a piece of Okuran's map in her hand. Will the group be able to overcome the villain? Or will she escape causing their quest to come to a disappointi…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 4 - The Five Trials (Part 2)
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The crew continues their mission of overcoming the five trials left behind by Mr. Okuran as they trudge through the dangers within the abandoned Air Temple. What will the team be up against? Will they be able to overcome it? And what will they find at the end of it all? Find out on part two of "The Five Trials!" We hope you've enjoyed our show so f…
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 3 - The Five Trials (Part 1)
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As the gang finds themselves at the abandoned air temple they find it not as abandoned as it looks. An old Airbender calling himself Guru Tapik has resided there ever since its construction during the Roku era. He was close friends with Okuran who asked if he would guide the teens through a series of five trials within the temple in order for them …
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 2 - Gas Masks & Snap Backs
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BROCK HAS BEEN CAPTURED BY THE FIRE NATION! But thankfully, he has his friends to set him free. That is if they can figure out how. The Yu Dao prison facility has gas-masked guards protecting themselves from the soothing mist constantly pumping through the facility to keep the prisoners from escaping. It will take Meeka's most cunning plan, Guo's m…
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Daggerheart Open Beta - Character Creation System
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Today, we sit down with Skyler, Jackson, Cameron, and Dave to look over the new Daggerheart (created by Darrington Press) TTRPG system's open-beta Character Creation system! We'll go over the various Classes, Subclasses, Domains, Ancestries, Communities, and more as we design our own characters within the Daggerheart system and compare some of the …
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 1 - Escape from Yu Dao
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The gang wakes up the next morning following their harrowing adventure at the old Rescue Team Squadron base where they narrowly escaped their old nemesis Fire Nation General Wang Long. Now they must follow the next clue that Mr. Okuran left for Brock to find an old friend of his at the end of a river, hopefully he can guide them to the deed to The …
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Benders & Brews: S3: Episode 0 - Growing Up
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It's time for the finale season to begin! BUT, first, we have to check on character growth! In this session 0 we're going to chat through the adventures of season 2 and how those events and circumstances shaped each one of the four teenagers. Will they "level up" (maybe even more than once) and what does that mean for each of them moving forward? F…
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Benders & Brews Season 2 Recap - The Doug Cut
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We left things on a cliffhanger at the end of season 2, so if you're looking for a refresher before the release of the first episodes of season 3, you're in the right place! In this recap episode, you will find EVERYTHING you need to know to be fully caught up on what happened throughout season 2! From Okuran's funeral where the gang first begins t…
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Hey everyone! It's time for the 2024 announcement for the Session Zero Heroes channel! In this announcement we'll talk about the following: Benders & Brews Season 3 release date and the future of our Avatar Legends series. Benders & Brews post-season 3 Q&A Opportunity! Criminals of Isla Numus Series on hold until the completion of B&B S3. 2024 One-…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 8 - The Running of the Minotaur (Part 2)
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The crew takes their positions as the announcer begins the countdown, "Three, two, one, GO!" And they're off rushing past their competitors before the Minotaur are released upon them. Can the group successfully win the race and the prize money (and magical items) associated? Or will the be overtaken by the competition and the deadly monstrosities t…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 7 - The Running of the Minotaur (Part 1)
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The team of criminals wakes up feeling well-rested and refreshed and grabs some coffee before heading out to their next big undertaking: The Running of the Minotaur. An annual event that pits a handful of brave sprinters against a trio of angry Minotaur in a race to see who can get to the finish line first, and alive. How will the group prepare for…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 6 - The Fatherload
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Dealing with the aftermath of the "Back Alley Battle" the group of criminals (aptly named now) decide to take the late Lord Pendleton's horse-drawn carriage back to his home and, without the master of the house to stop them, they begin to loot the place. What will they find at the estate and will they be able to snatch up the valuables and disappea…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 5 - Back Alley Battles
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Meeting up with the criminal simply known as "The Slicer" the crew prepares to follow through with the dastardly deed of robbing a wealthy horse breeder of his loot. Alleyways allow for plenty of opportunities to disappear amongst the shadows and leap out when the target least expects it, but with this group, absolutely anything can (and does) go w…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 4 - When Rocks Cry Out
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Feather McGregor heads off to find the Rockie-Talkie that allows the group to communicate with the deity JarJim who trapped them in this city within a pocket dimension and asks him a few questions. Meanwhile, the rest of the crew discusses their plans moving forward and what they will do with the offer given to them by The Slicer. Will they end up …
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Dilly Dunker’s Ice Cream Satisfactory - Episode 3 - A Kids on Bikes One-Shot
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The loss of Philip Dipples from the competition has put a dark realization in the remaining kids' heads, if I take out the others that leaves only me as the remaining option to take over the Dilly Dunker's Ice Cream Satisfactory! Will the kids let these thoughts permeate their minds and cause them to fight dirty? Or will they push past these though…
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Dilly Dunker’s Ice Cream Satisfactory - Episode 2 - A Kids on Bikes One-Shot
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Following the introduction to the factory and experiencing the wonders of the gift shop and the Creamery Kingdom, the kids are taken through a mysterious, alien tunnel where they experience their worst fears. Assuming they can survive reliving those nightmares they will begin their first deadly challenge on The Cold Stone! Join us in this one-shot …
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Dilly Dunker’s Ice Cream Satisfactory - Episode 1 - A Kids on Bikes One-Shot
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In Episode 1 our teens and kids are about to enter the Ice Cream Satisfactory and take their first steps towards potentially becoming the richest kid in the world by taking over the ice cream empire, but before they can they will need to survive the strange and dangerous world inside the factory. What sort of mysterious challenges will they face? W…
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Dilly Dunker’s Ice Cream Satisfactory - Episode 0 - A Kids on Bikes One-Shot
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In the sprawling capital of Sorbet City, New Gelato is the headquarters for one of the most well-known frozen treat producers in the world: Dilly Dunker’s Ice Cream Satis-Factory. Well known for its wide variety of frozen treats and flavors they have swept the world by storm over the five decades they’ve existed, but with the company’s 50th anniver…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 3 - Enter The Slicer
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Finding themselves in a tavern the gang discusses what their next moves should be. With a little bit of cash padding their pockets from their casino escapade, they're hungry for more. Feather McGregor suggests they work for his sauce shop, but the group meets a mysterious patron of the tavern who offers them a "less than legal" alternative. Which w…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episodes 1 & 2 - A Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play
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In episodes 1 & 2 the team finds themselves in the strange city of Isla Numus and JarJim (the god of gambling) informs them of their predicament. He has trapped them in the pocket dimension of his own creation as a punishment for not following through with a gamble one of the players made with him and so he has trapped the group in his world with a…
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Criminals of Isla Numus: Episode 0 - A Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play
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Welcome to Isla Numus, a sprawling city embedded within a deity's pocket dimension. For the diety, JarJim (patron god of gambling), this place is just his plaything, but the people and lives residing within his little world are very active as they make their way to and from their jobs, groups, and other activities. Isla Numus features a wide-variet…
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Hunter’s Haven: Music Mayhem - Session 3 (A Monster of the Week One-Shot)
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Join us for our Halloween 2023 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Cameron Hoogendyk. Join a group of locals from the small town of Devil's Lake, North Dakota (fictionalized) as a group of kids start mysteriously disappearing from their town which leads to the police reaching out to the community for any he…
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Hunter’s Haven: Music Mayhem - Session 2 (A Monster of the Week One-Shot)
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Join us for our Halloween 2023 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Cameron Hoogendyk. Join a group of locals from the small town of Devil's Lake, North Dakota (fictionalized) as a group of kids start mysteriously disappearing from their town which leads to the police reaching out to the community for any he…
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Hunter’s Haven: Music Mayhem - Session 1 (A Monster of the Week One-Shot)
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Join us for our Halloween 2023 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Cameron Hoogendyk. Join a group of locals from the small town of Devil's Lake, North Dakota (fictionalized) as a group of kids start mysteriously disappearing from their town which leads to the police reaching out to the community for any he…
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Hunter’s Haven: Music Mayhem - Session 0 (A Monster of the Week One-Shot)
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Join us for our Halloween 2023 Monster of the Week one-shot series - Hunter's Haven: Music Mayhem written by Cameron Hoogendyk. Join a group of locals from the small town of Devil's Lake, North Dakota (fictionalized) as a group of kids start mysteriously disappearing from their town which leads to the police reaching out to the community for any he…
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BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Session Zero Heroes + Future Content
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Hey everyone! We did it! We completed two whole seasons of our amazing Benders & Brews anchor show! Thank you all for the amazing support and love you've been sending our way! We're excited to announce that we're changing some things around for our (now) CHANNEL! That's right, we're growing our content to better share our amazing stories that we lo…
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