Mage Hand High Five
Episodes
Legends of Mahl - Ep. 4: For King's Court! (Finale Part 1)
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Having finally overtaken the Arcadians at Kiosk, our heroes begin a desperate battle for the children of King's Court.CW: Fantasy battles, kidnapp...
The Badlands - Ep. 57: Fallen
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The fight for the Fount continues as each of our heroes takes on an adversary of their own. Wyatt takes to the sky. Salome shows Belinda her aura. Hay...
The Dice Cabinet: Sandbox of our Hearts
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the newest episode of The Dice Cabinet, Secretary of Spice, Max Weinberg, is joined by some of coolest people in the TTRPG industry to take on thei...
Legends of Mahl - Ep. 3: War-Bringer of Kiosk
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After narrowly escaping Dreadwing, our heroes must brave the Daytime Mahl and reach Kiosk in time to intercept the Arcadians.CW: Fantasy battles, kidn...
The Badlands - Ep. 56: Fire With Fire
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio gather in the Pit for one last game as Boyd gets his chance to play god. Salome reaches for the gun. Hayden stokes the Flame. Wyat...
Legends of Mahl - Ep. 2: Dreadwing
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Caught in the open at the Lake of Shimmering Waters, our heroes dash to escape the clutches of Dreadwing, mad macaw of Petlandia and terror to all of ...
The Badlands - Ep. 55: Unseen Passenger
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the Fount newly unsealed, the Twin River Trio rush to reunite and stop the Eternal Flame from burning out. Hayden is haunted by a specter of deat...
Legends of Mahl - Ep. 1: The Hands of Arcadia
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a grand adventure of tiny proportions! When a surprise attack from a long-forgotten foe leaves a village in ruins, four heroes of King's...
Legends of Mahl: Session 0
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join the heroes of King's Court for a deep dive into their characters, the world of Mahl, and Nimble RPG. Set by night in a 1980s California shopp...
Trailer - Legends of Mahl: Treachery of the Rat King
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Journey into the world of Mahl, where larger-than-life heroes may be smaller than expected. Set by night in a 1980s California shopping mall, this swo...
The Badlands - Ep. 54: Flame-Touched
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Still separated, our heroes try every trick in the book (or at least one) to find each other and escape The Pit. Salome returns to high society. Hayde...
The Badlands - Ep. 53: The Pit
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After an ambush, our heroes find themselves captured and separated near the Fount of the Flame. Hayden plays a dangerous game. Salome makes a break fo...
The Dice Cabinet: Dice Signaling
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Dice Cabinet, a safe space for your spiciest tabletop takes. Join Secretary of Spice Max Weinberg and the rest of the Dice Cabinet as w...
The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Echoes of Rebellion! (Arc 4 Recap)
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking news! We at the Three Daily Herald are working tirelessly to ensure you, dear listener, are getting only the most up-to-date, fact-checked st...
The Badlands - Ep. 52: Sacrament
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio accidentally uncovers an ancient secret waiting for them in the mountains. Wyatt teaches a history lesson. Salome falls asleep in ...
The Badlands - Ep. 51: Mettle and Flame
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio recovers from their brush with fate, only to find a new wrinkle in their plans. Hayden discovers their type. Salome learns the Bar...
"There's Always a Home for a Storyteller" - Interviews With Candace the Magnificent and Anjali Bhimani
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Max and Rowan join legendary tabletop players and voice actors Candace the Magnificent and Anjali Bhimani for two bite-sized interviews about characte...
The Badlands - Ep. 50: No Deal
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio faces their fears and foes in downtown Echo. Hayden makes a difficult decision. Salome evades adversaries. Wyatt defends a friend....
Thank God It's Doomsday - Ep. 3: The End
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The day of the Irrevocable Apocalypse has arrived at last, and the Chantry Support Staff gear up for one final battle to end all. Featuring special gu...
Thank God It's Doomsday - Ep. 2: Chekhov's Hammer
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With tensions running high in the office, the Chantry support staff are tasked with cheering up the Herald of the Apocalypse. Featuring special guests...
Thank God It's Doomsday - Ep. 1: Surprise Inspection
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heralding the Irrevocable Apocalypse is a real team effort. While Void Mother Boslara the Sweet is the face of the Great Chantry, there are thousands ...
The Badlands - Ep. 49: The Lady Prominent
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio find themselves in the middle of a very important deal, coming dangerously close to some old foes in the process. Hayden tries out...
The Badlands - Ep. 48: Crumbling Dreams
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes make a mad dash to escape Fax's collapsing dream library, but they soon find the outside world to be just as dangerous. Salome absconds...
The Badlands - Ep. 47: Tribunal
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio meets at the Riverbank to plead for the life of one of their own. Salome stands between a mother and child. Hayden seeks a favor f...
The Badlands - Ep. 46: What Dreams May Come
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio continue the theatrics in their fight against Fax. Hayden encounters some bad actors. Salome tests two tenuous friendships. Wyatt ...
The Badlands - Ep. 45: Last of My Ilk
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio take centerstage in their hunt for Fax. Salome waits in the wings. Wyatt sings the bridge. Hayden takes a bow.CW: heights/falling,...
The Badlands - Ep. 44: The Flame, the River, and the Wilds
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The trio ventures into Fax's labyrinthine library, where the line between dream and reality begins to blur. Salome finds a new set of brains. Hayd...
The Badlands - Ep. 43: Dreamborn
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes dive deeper into the Echo conspiracy, encountering some old friends along the way. Wyatt adopts a father. Hayden joins the PTA. Salome anno...
The Badlands - Ep. 42: Watcher of the Wind
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio meet the secret ruler of Echo and uncover a threatening conspiracy. Salome forges an uneasy alliance. Wyatt's faith is questio...
The Badlands - Ep. 41: All In
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes lay their cards on the table in a high-stakes poker game where secrets and favors spend better than gold. Salome embraces her married name....
The Badlands - Ep. 40: Dawnstar
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio meet with a friend of a friend and gain some valuable information about Echo. Wyatt learns poker. Hayden gets a one-way ticket. Sa...
Announcement: MHH5 Joins the Many Sided Network!
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Howdy, folks! We're thrilled to share that Mage Hand High Five has officially joined the Many Sided Network, a podcast network dedicated to spotli...
The Badlands - Ep. 39: Echo
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes finally reach Echo, where secrets spill like blood. Hayden finds foes among friends. Salome gets the drop on an unsuspecting artist. Wyatt ...
The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Twin River Tussle (Inter-Arc Recap)
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The story continues! Our reporters here at the Threed Daily Herald are working tirelessly to bring you the most up-to-date news on what's happenin...
The Badlands - Ep. 38: Skullduggery (feat. Jasmin Malave)
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The people of Thunder Pass make their final stand against Preacher Cassidy and the Skullduggers. Wyatt catches a glimpse of the Flame. Hayden calls ou...
The Badlands - Ep. 37: Dearly Departed (feat. Jasmin Malave)
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the road between Twin River and Echo, our heroes encounter a stranger attempting to free a desperate town from a deadly trio of outlaws. Featuring ...
This Is Play Right Here: An Interview With Kendo Smith
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Max sits down with Kendrick "Kendo" Smith, creator and producer of Tales Yet Told, to chat about the many-sided medium of actual play. Do you ...
Art Heist! A Vydal City Legend
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
INCOMING ALERT: Grand Theft reported at Vydal City's Vibran Art Gallery! Game designer and guest GM Evan Noone of Imp Games guides the crew throug...
The Badlands - Ep. 36: Blood for Blood
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes prepare to journey eastward as the people of Twin River brace for all-out war with Threed. Hayden confronts Rat. Wyatt reaches out to his p...
The Badlands - Ep. 35: Fatespun
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the aftermath of a devastating battle, the people of Twin River begin to pick up the pieces and count their casualties. Wyatt has a crisis of faith...
The Badlands - Ep. 34: The Battle of Twin River (Part 2)
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Battle of Twin River comes to a decisive end. Salome reaches out through the Riverbank. Hayden and the Briars make a final attempt to save Rat. Wy...
The Badlands - Ep. 33: The Battle of Twin River (Part 1)
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fight for Twin River rages on as the Peacemaker pushes steadily onward into the city. Hayden delves deeper into the mire of memory. Salome battles...
The Badlands - Ep. 32: Peacemaker
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Still reeling from a major loss, our heroes receive an urgent message from Twin River. Hayden tries on a new shape. Salome prepares for a rematch. Wya...
The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Blackthorn Blunder! (Arc 3 Recap)
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
News from the front! Our team of dauntless investigators follows the Twin River Trio deeper into the Badlands, risking life and limb to bring you the ...
The Badlands - Ep. 31: The Law of Equivalent Exchange
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes meet with Jack, and both deals and blows are struck. Salome makes a friend. Hayden takes off their hat. Stuhmp picks out a house. CW: guns...
The Badlands - Ep. 30: You Don’t Know Jack
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio journey deeper into Bone-Dry Gulch, where things get a little Wild. Hayden gets the bone-tingles. Salome takes a shot in the dark....
The Badlands - Ep. 29: In Like Flint
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Twin River Trio get some one-on-one bonding experience before setting out to find Jack, a trickster spirit with a penchant for mischief. Hayden pr...
The Badlands - Ep. 28: Family Secrets
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes resurface after days underground, but not before taking a dangerous call from Threed. Hayden makes Tiberius a counteroffer. Salome discover...
Carnival of Craven - Part 2
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy the thrilling conclusion to the second chapter of the Cravenverse! As violent threats pop up all across the park, our team of campers must unrav...
Carnival of Craven - Part 1
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the anniversary of their ill-fated trip to Camp Craven, our favorite juvenile delinquents are invited to a mysterious indoor amusement park. One ye...
The Badlands - Ep. 27: Gather at the River
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our trio recovers from the fight and their encounters with other worlds than these. Stuhmp gets a new piercing. Hayden meets a stranger on the Riverba...
The Badlands - Ep. 26: Rockland Rumble
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Split between two planes of existence, our heroes resolve a ruthless battle for the souls of Blackthorn Hollow. Hayden bites off more than they can ch...
The Badlands - Ep. 25: Till Death Do Us Part
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes find themselves face to face with the creator of the shamblers, ready to fight for the fate of Blackthorn Hollow. Stuhmp brings the room to...
The Badlands - Ep. 24: Off the Rails
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoping to rescue Moribund’s hostages, our heroes give chase through the depths of the refinery. Stuhmp adds to his baggie collection. Salome loses h...
The Badlands - Ep. 23: Survivor Songs
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our trio convenes with the survivors of Blackthorn Hollow and discovers the source of the shamblers. Salome reconnects with her aunts. Stuhmp is a whi...
The Badlands - Ep. 22: Ironwood
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Plummeting down an elevator shaft, our heroes try to land on their feet and continue their search of the refinery. Hayden makes use of their muffin co...
The Badlands - Ep. 21: Of Monsters and Men
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The crew descends into an abandoned Blackthorn Refinery in search of the missing Briar Sisters. Salome recalls her falling-out with Lilah. Hayden rece...
The Not-So-Great Lands: A Tabletop Gone Mad Adventure
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
(Exclamation)! We're (adjective) to announce this very special crossover (noun) with friends of the pod Twice Rolled Tales! In this (noun), guest ...
The Badlands - Ep. 20: Down Came the Rain
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After barely surviving a scrape with the Beast of Blackthorn Bog, our heroes come to terms with the fact that the beast may have been the first of man...
The Badlands - Ep 19: The Beast of Blackthorn Bog
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes uncover the true identity of Early’s murderer and face off with the Beast of Blackthorn Bog. Hayden reaches the end of their rope. Salome...
The Badlands - Ep. 18: The Late Early Porterfield
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Locked in a tavern with three strangers and a body, our heroes race to identify the murderer among them before it's too late. Salome ignites a dan...
The Badlands - Ep. 17: Storms a-Brewin’
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leaving the safety of Twin River in the dust, our outlaws venture into Blackthorn Bog in search of the missing Briar sisters. Salome nurses an existen...
The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Terror in Twin River! (Arc 2 Recap)
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking News From Threed! Dear listeners, we continue now our mission in bringing you the latest on global events. We will examine such important new...
Talking Terminus: An Interview with Game Designer Evan Noone
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Max and Casey sit down with game designer Evan Noone of Imp Games to chat about writing western-themed RPG adventures, exploring new genres in 5E, and...
The Badlands - Ep 16: Tales of Twin River
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes enjoy a night out on the town searching for adventure — and answers. Hayden hunts a hat. Salome has a date with death. Stuhmp liberates a...
The Badlands - Ep 15: Hell and High Water
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trapped in a rapidly flooding dungeon, our heroes fight to keep their heads above water. Stuhmp uncovers a deadly secret. Salome seeks an ally in LaMa...
The Badlands - Ep 14: A Murderer, a Thief, and a Monster
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Hayden scrambles to save the assassin they once called a friend, Charlie awaits an uncertain fate in the hands of Courtois. Salome seeks vengeance....
Welcome to the Silly Goose Convention
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Disaster has struck at the Silly Goose Convention! Join the crew as special guest GM and TTRPG creator Elliot Davis guides us through his brand new ga...
The Badlands - Ep 13: Out With the Trash
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After witnessing an assassination attempt, the crew rushes to the Sink to save Charlie and prevent a religious revival in Twin River. Stuhmp starts a ...
The Badlands - Ep 12: Wet Rat Rendezvous
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Separated after the ambush in Twin River, our heroes search for each other while learning more about Courtois. Hayden befriends a critter. Salome rece...
The Badlands - Ep. 11: Cat Fight
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on Patreon! The crew fights to survive an ambush while rubbing elbows with the who's who of Badlands academia. Stuhmp mentors a gaggle of...
Mage Hand Down Low: The Badlands Ep. 1 - All Aboard (A Patreon Preview)
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Mage Hand Down Low, our Patreon-exclusive talkback show where we discuss episodes of Mage Hand High Five, from highs to lows and everythin...
The Badlands - Ep. 10: Woman of Science, Woman of Faith
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on Patreon! Hayden and Salome set out to rescue Stuhmp from the two most dangerous people in Twin River (but not before doing a little shoppi...
The Badlands - Ep 9: Stranger Danger
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our little murderers head for Twin River in a race to find Dr. Bancroft before Jameson. Hayden reaches out to Winona. Salome kindles an unlikely frien...
The Threed Daily Herald Presents: A Call to Arms! (Arc 1 Recap)
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking news from Threed! Dear listeners, it is our privilege to bring you the most up-to-date information on current events. Follow along as we ask ...
The Badlands - Ep. 8: Ill Portents
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes abscond from Providence and head west with two new acquaintances. Stuhmp puts a special rock to use. Salome receives news from Threed. Hayd...
Terror at Camp Craven - Part Two
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting conclusion, our troubled teens spend a warm summer evening taking on a supernatural threat within the electrified gates of Camp Crave...
The Badlands - Ep. 7: Family Business
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The crew interrogates Luther as Providence recovers from the evening's bloody festival. Hayden recalls a marriage proposal. Stuhmp takes a leap of...
Terror at Camp Craven - Part One
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A group of teenage troublemakers (including guest player Imani Russell) get more than they bargained for when their summer trip to a religious reform ...
The Badlands - Ep. 6: Thank You for Your Sacrifice
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our heroes scramble to survive as the Providence Mayhew Festival dissolves into a frenzied mob. Salome does some heavy reading. Stuhmp tries a backfli...
The Badlands - Ep. 5: The Elven Man of Providence
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The crew heads for Providence, where a bustling festival and a dangerous guest of honor await them. Stuhmp sniffs out snake oil. Salome sees a familia...
The Badlands - Ep. 4: Chaos and Crackerings
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The crew faces enemies on all sides in a crumbling mine. Hayden pursues a bounty. Salome smashes. Stuhmp has a heart-to-heart with a fellow dad. Join...
The Badlands - Ep. 3: A Miner Inconvenience
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The crew meets a strange denizen of the mine. Salome stumbles and shoots. Hayden has a difficult relationship with corn. Stuhmp makes a connection... ...
The Badlands - Ep. 2: Blood in the Canyon
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The crew tracks a trail of blood from the train robbers and their stolen cases of firepowder. Salome learns a lesson. Hayden learns the rules. Stuhmp ...
The Badlands - Ep. 1: All Aboard
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All aboard for The Badlands! Salome Briar makes a quiet exit. Hayden "The Stranger" Kincaide finds a message. Stuhmp Steenling says goodbye. A...
The Badlands: Campaign Trailer
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Three strangers meet on a train heading out into the desolate wastes. What awaits them in that blighted desert? Find out in The Badlands, a Dungeons &...