A Magic the Gathering Actual Play Podcast using the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined. This slice of life show follows four recently ignited planeswalkers who are trying to find a place for themselves in the Multiverse.
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Welcome to Spark Launch – a podcast dedicated to exploring mental health challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and uncovering ways to overcome them by living in our unique strengths. This optimistic series is designed to empower neurodivergents and enlighten neurotypicals about the incredible potential within us all. Hosted by Chaya Mallavaram, CEO & Founder of Spark Launch, and Mike Cornell, Peer Support Specialist, both passionate about mental health advocacy, we believe that by e ...
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Our Planes Connected 2: Pride on Kaladesh
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Missy, Joshua, and Faramir find themselves in the middle of a Pride Parade on Kaladesh. Missy gets some ice cream, Joshua does some bonding with another survivor, and Faramir feels an unexplained connection. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art …
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Passion Over Profession: A Teen Perspective on Dyslexia, Adulthood, and Happiness w/ Neel Raikar
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Neel Raikar, an 18-year-old trying to plot his own course through the complexities of school life while facing the hurdles associated with dyslexia. Neel doesn't hesitate to give his candid - and very relatable - aversion to the education system and how the pressure to conform to traditional career expectations often st…
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Superpower or Struggle? The ADHD Spectrum of Experience w/ Ahmadreza Tadrisi
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Mike and Chaya sit down with ADHD psychotherapist Ahmadreza Tadrisi to discuss how his own diagnosis sparked a desire to broaden the understanding of this neuro-type. In their talk, Ahmadreza debunks some harmful ADHD myths and highlights how the "ADHD as superpower" narrative can unintentionally marginalize those who face more significant struggle…
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Level Up Your ADHD Parenting Strategies w/ Joshua Rastetter
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Parenting is an intricate dance, this is doubly true when you and your child share the same neurodivergence. Joshua Rastetter returns to elaborate further on these complexities, reflecting on the frustrations of a rigid educational system that didn’t accommodate his daughter's needs, and the how this led him to rethink generations of parental strat…
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Feeling hopeless amidst recent world events is a sentiment many of us currently relate to. But, as Mike and Chaya discuss in this episode, hopelessness can lead to fearlessness. We Also Cover: The cumulative impact of prolonged anxiety on mental health Finding connection in collective struggle Transforming negative energy into activism, creativity,…
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How I Spent (And Learned To Love) My Neurodivergent Vacation
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Mike recounts his recent vacation and how it led to a profound realization about neurodiverse travel experiences. He and Chaya reflect on the pressure to conform to typical social activities and how fulfillment can be found off the beaten path by embracing your own unique itinerary. We Also Cover: The liberation of discarding societal checklists Ho…
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Our Planes Connected 1: Hatsune Miku on Ravnica
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Faramir, Missy, and Joshua Graham are exposed to the Multiverse and make their way to Ravnica. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art If you liked what you heard in this game, consider preordering Interstitial 2e Here Cast and Crew: GM: Chell Miss…
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Heal The Collective: Indigenous Insights & Gender Equity w/ Michele Price
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Michele Price, a seasoned leadership development expert who specializes in empowering women and non-binary individuals. Through the lens of her indigenous heritage and identity, Michele shares insights on dismantling biases and the challenges women face in the current socio-political climate. We Also Cover: The evolutio…
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Mind The Risk: ADHD & Self-Acceptance with Jon Cunningham
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Mike and Chaya sit down for an existential and suuuper ADHD conversation with entrepreneur Jon Cunningham - a conversation that is the sheer definition of "going with the flow." Together, they unravel the complexities of navigating a world misaligned with the neurodivergent experience, managing judgement, and the existential fear of failure that of…
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Proud To Learn Differently: Diving Deep into Neurodivergent Education
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Lindsay Rice, a passionate educator and advocate, to explore some often-overlooked complexities in the classroom. Delving into Lindsay's personal experiences as a neurodivergent individual and as a parent of neurodiverse children, she shines a light on an education system that often fails to accommodate diverse minds, a…
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Be Your Best Neurospicy Self with Holistic Healer Mia Love
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Mike and Chaya welcome Mia Love, a holistic health practitioner and dedicated neurodiversity advocate, to discuss how she promotes harmony between traditional western medical practices and holistic healing to foster greater self-efficacy She also details her journey from years of misdiagnosis to neurodivergent realization. We Also Cover: Societal P…
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We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_artCharles, Cyd, Lafayette, Tanner, Waffle による
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Attachment Styles & Trauma: Healing The Hurts That Bind with Shoshana Cook
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Mike and Chaya chat with trauma-informed therapist Shoshana Cook, who delves into Attachment Theory, shedding light on the shortcomings in mental health treatment related to it and advocating for a more comprehensive approach. We Also Cover: Incorporating Multiple Treatment Modalities (CBT, DBT, etc) A "One-Size-Fits-All" Approach to Mental Recover…
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Empathy Unlimited: The Future of Neurodiverse Employment with Mark Fister
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Chaya and Mike sit down with Mark Fister, CTO of Haystack Unlimited and proud ADHDer. Mark sheds light on the challenges that neurodivergent individuals face during the interview process and day-to-day job duties, what kind of necessary accommodations foster success, and how his company is building a supportive future for neurodiverse workers. We A…
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Embracing Stripes: Dyscalculia and Neurodiverse Parenting with Joshua Rastetter
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Mike and Chaya chat with Joshua Rastetter, who shares an insightful perspective on navigating neurodiversity mindfully, along with valuable advice for parents navigating the spectrum alongside their children. Josh opens up about his journey with Dyscalculia and how discovering his ADHD through his daughter’s diagnosis led to a profound shift in the…
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The Macho Myth: Dismantling Toxic Masculinity
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Toxic masculinity, a pervasive and damaging set of behaviors and expectations associated with traditional masculinity, negatively impacts both men and society as a whole. In this episode, Mike and Chaya explore and expose the complexities of this poisonous patriarchy, the theory of "the man box," and the ways rigid social definitions of masculine c…
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Gifted Neurodivergence: Twice Exceptional, Twice To Give
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In this episode, Mike and Chaya chat with Youssef Sleiman, a neurodivergent writer and gifted individual. Yousef details his personal journey with understanding 2e (Twice Exceptional), how he leverages his differently thinking brain to the cause of neurodiversity, the transformative power of storytelling on self-discovery, and deep dives the neuros…
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For the Honor on Eldraine: pt 1 (FIXED)
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We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art Spotify Listeners may need to undownload the episode and then redo…
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Find Your Tribe, Find Your Identity: An Autistic ADHDer Tale
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We sit down with Navya Adhikarla, an autistic ADHDer who shares her story of social isolation and alienation both in the U.S. and India. Her lifelong struggle with identity, coupled with the roadblocks she experienced in education and business, led her to becom a champion of psychological safety and advocate for neurodiverse accommodations -- trans…
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How Sophia Randall (Neuro)Diverged Corporate Complacency
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We welcome "Head Boss Woman" Sophia Randall onto the show to share her personal journey of navigating an unkind corporate world, how she honed her neurodivergent traits to thrive, and the impact mirroring behaviors had on her mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We Also Cover: Building Neuro-inclusive Work Environments Self-Acceptance and Le…
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"Everything happens for a reason." Or does it? Mike and Chaya dissect this common idiom and its negative impact on individuals facing challenging situations. They explore the meaning of toxic positivity, importance of personal agency, and how Mike's experiences with depression led to creating supportive spaces for neurodivergence. TW: Talk of Suici…
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Asynchronous Academia with ADHD Coach Craig Maier, PhD
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Chaya and Mike chat with Craig Maier, a dedicated ADHD Coach at Spark Launch, who shares his story of alienation and bullying while growing up neurodivergent in a small town. Craig details how these negative experiences aid in nurturing his son's own neurodivergence, provides some jaw-dropping insights into the differences between the U.S. and Germ…
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On a noticeboard for Planeswalkers on Ravnica, you find a flyer that's been enchanted so only Cool Teens can see it. It reads: "ATTENTION WALKERS This Friday at Midnight, make your way to the abandoned Voldaren Manor on Innistrad to celebrate the birthday of Ashanna Lokyde! Music and refreshments to be provided. - NO PARENTS - NO SNITCHES - NO SQUA…
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"Why Are We Here?" Our Neurodivergent Journey
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Ever wonder why we're here? Why we exist? In our debut episode, hosts Mike and Chaya aim to explain why they've created this podcast along with how it ties into the grander question of finding your neurodivergent place in a neurotypical world. They share their personal stories of unmasking, learning to fight the societal status quo, shedding extern…
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Welcome to Spark Launch, a new vibrant space for the neurodivergent mind! Subscribe today to hear insightful stories from an assorted range of neurodiverse and neurotypical voices, discover effective mental health strategies, and embrace a person-first approach to building resilience while reveling in your unique strengths. Each week, we take you t…
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In the months since Jin Gitaxis fled Kamigawa, people have gone missing in the city of Towashi and the Imperials have marked it up to gang activity. A salaryman who owes the Reckoners a good deal is the latest to go missing and a gang of Reckoners dive into the Undercity to find him before heat from the Imperials is drawn down on them. We're a slic…
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After War of the Spark everything should be fine, right? Luckily for the citizens of Ravnica, there's a new generation of heroes willing to step up. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_R…
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our students reconvene after two years, reforge friendships into something new, and set off for a new future. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki w…
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Four students make their way to a prestigious duel academy, make new friends, and learn new things about the world. Once again, this is 100% serious don't pay attention to the date it was published. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music…
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Handle with Care 1.18: A Return to Normal
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Niklas and Una spend a day on Kamigawa recovering from the fight with Emrakul. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @…
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Another CW for Body Horror It's Emrakul vs the group. It's up to Zayfa, Teapot, Una, and Sasha to save Niklas from her. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art i…
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Hey y'all the body horror continues in this episode. It's just Teapot this episode, she fights, leaves a trail, and renews her conviction. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music …
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Handle with Care 1.15: The Church of Rebirth Part 1
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Huge Trigger Warning for body horror this episode Zayfa's gone, Una fights valiantly, Teapot acts rashly, and Niklas is dead. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover…
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After Squidgeon takes some time apart, Zayfa works on herself. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art our…
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Everyone just makes the best of impressions and Zayfa has a real tough time. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @ak…
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Our heroes go to Innistrad and Niklas meets his little sister again. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_a…
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Zayfa wins at nightmares We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art our cast is Waffle as the GM Cyd as Nikla…
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Handle with Care 1.10 Revelations in Nightmare
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Truths are revealed as an enemy makes themselves known. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art our cast i…
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Handle with Care 1.9 The Summer Festival
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It is the end of the semester and students return from their studies, time for a good old fashioned summer festival! We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is b…
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Our Sparks Ignited One Shot: Pigsmoke on Dominaria part 2
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In which our professors have several talks, cause explosions, and reach the end. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at…
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Our Sparks Ignited One Shot: Pigsmoke on Dominaria part 1
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In which our professors start accruing burnout, have a nice meal, and do their first week of lectures. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you …
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While Niklas is away, Zayfa visits the local library, Teapot does her best, and Una has a needed talk. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you …
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Niklas breaks off from the rest of the group for some alone time. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter at @AM_Ridz_Music and our cover art is by Aki who you can find on twitter at @akinomii_art …
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Handle with Care 1.6 All those Red Flags Seem Green to Me
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The group has defeated the Phyrexians for now and saved Tamiyo, now it's time to talk with the other planeswalkers. Niklas learns more about his family, Zayfa gets a lab partner, Una talks with Tamiyo, and Teapot finds out she's not alone. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the …
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Our Sparks Ignited One Shot: The Thirsty Sword Lesbians of Ixalan
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Last time on Ixalan, the four factions and everyone’s favorite t4t couple made it to Orazca, Kumena got defenestrated, and the Sun Empire took over the golden city, now we’re going to pick up after that as a bunch of gay disasters fight catholic vampires who are trying to steal their shit, Happy pride month everyone! CW: themes of colonialism We're…
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Handle with Care 1.5 And I'll Cry if I want to
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The group is back together and confronting the Phyrexian menace on the streets of Ghirapur! As one is rescued, another slips further away. CW: body horror. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. Our Music is by Amelia who you can find on twitter a…
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Our Sparks Ignited One Shot: The Storm's Crow
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It's a busy shift at The Storm's Crow, and our staff is one short! Burbank deals with bullies, Del learns so much, and Blumhouse finds solace in making zines. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. This session was played in Coffee and Chaos by Co…
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The group goes to Kaladesh for a party, everything's great! CW: Attempted torture of an NPC (unsuccessful) and light body horror. Teapot gets put in danger, Niklas makes tea, Zayfa learns about aetherborn anatomy, and Una goes gear second. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the …
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The group gets some of their things stolen by the Brit- the Noggle History Museum of Sarpadia CW: Mentions of Child Abuse and Parental Neglect. Teapot names her stuff, Niklas has a good talk, Zayfa gets a Squidgeon army, and Una finds some friends. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is se…
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Handle with Care 1.2 Whole City's a Plane
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The group gets sent to Ravnica to pick up some fertilizer after learning about Asalano's departure Zayfa runs into some work friends, Niklas is very uncomfortable right now, and Teapot learns about her home. We're a slice of life actual play that uses the Interstitial: Our Hearts Intertwined system and is set in the Magic the Gathering Multiverse. …
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