The Deimos Paradox

Our crew sets off to encounter a god, but they find ghosts, shadows, and reflections in its stead. They must battle through RA's defenses if they are to save everything they've ever known and loved. This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @namesequipped as Telasyn, @akinomiiart as Regina, @am_ridz_music as Liron, @dustehill as Rigoberto, and @corvynappleby as Miranda. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" and "music box theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Pazzo Theme", "Wallflower Theme", "Eden Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Destiny calls, and our Lancers must answer. As reality begins to fall apart around them, the crew learns that fixing it may require the ultimate sacrifice.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @namesequipped as Telasyn, @akinomiiart as Regina, @am_ridz_music as Liron, @dustehill as Rigoberto, and @corvynappleby as Miranda. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" and "music box theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Pazzo Theme", "Wallflower Theme", "Eden Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

The end is nigh. As the world begins to crumble around them, a crew of lancers is assembles for a desperate mission. This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @namesequipped as Telasyn, @akinomiiart as Regina, @am_ridz_music as Liron, @dustehill as Rigoberto, and @corvynappleby as Miranda. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" and "music box theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Pazzo Theme", "Wallflower Theme", "Eden Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Debris rains down upon Hercynia's surface. To learn the secrets and motives of a god, the crew must go deep below Hivehome. Our time on Hercynia comes to an end. Stay tuned for the final arc! The Deimos Paradox: Eden premieres May 12th! This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Agent 42's deception has the crew scrambling to get back to the surface and evacuate the citizens of Hivehome as doom looms overhead. Sovereign prescribes therapy, Windy takes a look in the mirror, Cockroach shoulders a heavy burden, Taipan takes care of business, Valise finally loses her cool, and Javier takes a desperate shot to save the world.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

A familiar enemy arrives to throw a wrench into the negotiations as GALSIM's--and Union's--legacy is laid bare. Regina makes a connection, Atalanta gets lost, Taipan takes a stand, Ariabel checks in, and Penrose takes on the emissary.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

We take a moment to reminisce as the war takes a turn for the worse for Union, casting doubts on a diplomatic resolution. Penrose plays a long game, Ariabel stops to smell the roses, Atalanta lives up to her namesake, Regina gets an education, and Taipan loses everything.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Hercynia's secrets are laid bare as Dthall Ordo, a Hercynian ranger, and her Egregorian bondmate Mirth lead the crew into the heart of Hivehome to continue their attempts at diplomacy. There won't be much time for sight-seeing, however: the emissary has arrived. This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Evergreen station is under attack from Hercynian locals. Taipan attempts to calm the situation, Sovereign unleashes the bees, Cockroach gets between a blade and a hard place, Windy meets her match, and Valise gets the job done at any cost. Something is not quite right on Hercynia, and our crew is about to find out what. This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

The crew uncovers a disturbing message and finds that there are more questions than answers to be found on Hercynia station. Readying themselves for the mission ahead, our Lancers prepare for the possibility that a diplomatic mission may turn violent. Humanity's survival in the war is, according to Agent 42, dependent on securing an alliance with the Hercynians and gaining access to their assets...but what are they hiding? This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin. Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

The discovery of the crews of the MSMC Pandora and the RM Van Winkle changed everything. Humanity is at war, and they are losing. Deimos and their NHPs are closing in on Union space, and, in an act of desperation, the pan-human governmental body has reached out to five of the greatest that humanity has to offer--who happen to not only be Lancers, but soldiers, mercenaries, linguists, scientists, and diplomats. They are spirited away to a long-forgotten world, home to the deepest, darkest pits of humanity's legacy amongst the stars. The clock is ticking, and our crew must not only reckon with the planet of Hercynia, and its people.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as the GM, @CatlingGun as Windy, Kathleen of @PeachGardenGames as Valise, @akinomiiart as Sovereign, August as Cockroach, and Zwei as Taipan. Editing by the amazing @ianmauldin of @shrimpandcrits. "Deimos Theme" by @am_ridz_music, "Wallflower Theme" and other music by @ianmauldin.  Wallflower is an adaptation of the lore and select events and characters from Massif Press's "No Room for a Wallflower" supplemental Lancer RPG campaign. We are not affiliated with Massif Press as this is a third-party work.

Who are we, without our memories? What are we if memories are all we have? The truth of Project Gemini and our crew's origins has been laid bare as the final chapter of Amnesia comes to a close. A familiar face offers partnership and revenge, but at what cost? In the wake of these painful memories, uncertain futures, and uneasy alliances, a choice must be made, or our heroes may find themselves between a chimera and outer space. To save their friends, one lancer will make the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for listening! Find us on Twitter @DeimosParadox for show updates going into the new year; we cannot wait to share the next arc with you in 2022! This arc stars @ReedPlays as your GM and host, @thegeekynarwhal as Medic, @dustehill as Omega, @lazers_forever as Tempo, @grayknight19 as Dragonslayer, and @anxiousmeatsuit as Jazz. A huge thank you to Ian (@IanMauldin of Shrimp and Crits) for editing and writing the music for this episode! The Deimos Theme is by @am_ridz_music, "Amnesia" and other themes by @IanMauldin, edited by @IanMauldin. Coverart by @ReedPlays.

Terrible truths are revealed as the crew learns the identity of the mysterious voice. Tempo finally talks back, Jazz lashes out, Medic mends what is broken, Omega says goodbye, and Dragonslayer reunites with an old friend. The voice delivers a proposition. This arc stars @ReedPlays as your GM and host, @thegeekynarwhal as Medic, @dustehill as Omega, @lazers_forever as Tempo, @grayknight19 as Dragonslayer, and @anxiousmeatsuit as Jazz. A huge thank you to Ian (@IanMauldin of Shrimp and Crits) for editing and writing the music for this episode! The Deimos Theme is by @am_ridz_music, "Amnesia" and other themes by @IanMauldin, edited by @IanMauldin. Coverart by @ReedPlays.

The crew's fierce battle with the Ronin continues and memories begin to resurface. Tempo gets off easy, Medic learns the true cost of war, Jazz meets a kindred soul, Dragonslayer knows how to party, and Omega goes on the run.  This arc stars @ReedPlays as your GM and host, @thegeekynarwhal as Medic, @dustehill as Omega, @lazers_forever as Tempo, @grayknight19 as Dragonslayer, and @anxiousmeatsuit as Jazz. A huge thank you to Ian (@IanMauldin of Shrimp and Crits) for editing and writing the music for this episode! The Deimos Theme is by @am_ridz_music, "Amnesia" and other themes by @IanMauldin, edited by @IanMauldin. Coverart by @ReedPlays.

The real test begins as our five amnesiac lancers must fight not only to prove their worth as lancers, but for their very lives. But can they prevail against the Voice's formidable minions? This arc stars @ReedPlays as your GM and host, @thegeekynarwhal as Medic, @dustehill as Omega, @lazers_forever as Tempo, @grayknight19 as Dragonslayer, and @anxiousmeatsuit as Jazz. A huge thank you to Ian (@IanMauldin of Shrimp and Crits) for editing and writing the music for this episode! Today's promo is for Memester of the Week, a monster of the week actual play podcast that you can find on twitter @MemesterOTWPod, give them a listen! The Deimos Theme is by @am_ridz_music, "Amnesia" and other themes by @IanMauldin, edited by @IanMauldin. Coverart by @ReedPlays.

Five lancers awaken on a space station with no memory of how they got there, and, more importantly, with no memory of who they are. Their only guide is a mysterious voice with a sadistic streak--she declares that answers await only those that can pass her deadly tests. A new arc of The Deimos Paradox begins.   This arc stars @ReedPlays as your GM and host, @thegeekynarwhal as Medic, @dustehill as Omega, @lazers_forever as Tempo, @grayknight19 as Dragonslayer, and @anxiousmeatsuit as Jazz. A huge thank you to Ian (@IanMauldin of Shrimp and Crits) for editing and writing the music for this episode! Today's promo is for Memester of the Week, a monster of the week actual play podcast that you can find on twitter @MemesterOTWPod, give them a listen! The Deimos Theme is by @am_ridz_music, Amnesia theme by @IanMauldin, edited by @IanMauldin. Coverart by @ReedPlays.

Thank you so much for listening! The cast reunites 9 months later to chat about the second arc of The Deimos Paradox. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina aka Flyover, @Catlinggun as Ariabel aka Windy, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda aka Chariot, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt aka Squeak, and @mikey_ridz as Liron aka Dogma. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridzCover art by @ReedPlays.

Pandora's box has opened. CARLA has unleashed her fury upon the crew of the RM Van Winkle, but their story is far from over. This is just the beginning. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina aka Flyover, @Catlinggun as Ariabel aka Windy, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda aka Chariot, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt aka Squeak, and @mikey_ridz as Liron aka Dogma. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz,  "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" and "Calm Synthesizer, B.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org, "Emotional Original Soundtrack" by Magmi.Soundtracks of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays.

The crew continues to fight for their lives on the MSMC Pandora as the mechs belonging to its crew fall under CARLA'S control. Liron brings the pain, Ariabel becomes a space cadet, Miranda comes in like a wrecking ball, Jilt burns sh*t up, and Carolina experiences some deja vu. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina aka Flyover, @Catlinggun as Ariabel aka Windy, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda aka Chariot, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt aka Squeak, and @mikey_ridz as Liron aka Dogma. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz and "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays.

CARLA takes over the MSMC Pandora and cuts the crew off from Vesto and the RM Van Winkle in the process. Dogma looks upon HORUS with new eyes, Flyover makes a bold move, Windy tries to patch something even she can't fix, Chariot misses the mark, and Squeak gets into the danger zone. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina aka Flyover, @Catlinggun as Ariabel aka Windy, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt aka Squeak, and @mikey_ridz as Liron aka Dogma. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz and "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays.

The crew of the RM Van Winkle gets a bit more than they bargained for when they investigate the Pandora. Miranda hitches a ride, Squeak is out-extra'd, Windy patches things up, Flyover tells her story, and Dogma loses their cool. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina aka Flyover, @Catlinggun as Ariabel aka Windy, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt aka Squeak, and @mikey_ridz as Liron aka Dogma. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz and "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays.

In the wake of the events of Asura-9, the ice-hauling crew of the RM Van Winkle comes across a distress signal sent by Carolina Devore from the wreckage of the MSMC Pandora. CW: Needles and catheters. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dorcasedai as Carolina, @Catlinggun as Ariabel, @CorvynAppleby as Miranda, Kathleen @PeachGardenGames as Jilt, and @mikey_ridz as Liron. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz and "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays.

Before we dive into the second arc of The Deimos Paradox, we revisit the arc that started it all, Ghosts of Asura-9! A crew of mercenaries is hired to investigate a distress call at a secret research facility--and what they find there will set events in motion that will change everything. The Prophet has awakened. Edited and GM'd by @ReedPlays, with @dustehill as Rigoberto, @grayknight19 as Vesper, @namesequipped as Telasyn, @aclevertrick as Pazzo, and @dorcasedai as Carolina. Deimos Theme and Music Box by @mikey_ridz and "Abstract Spaceship, Flyby, Ascending, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Cover art by @ReedPlays. 

The Deimos Paradox is a biweekly Lancer RPG actual play podcast featuring a rotating cast of player character mech pilots struggling to come to terms with humanity's legacy, the vast, unknowable depths of space, and the age-old question: are we alone in the universe? Find episodes here or wherever you find your podcasts every other Thursday. Eden incidental theme by Mikey Ridz, ominous rumble-drone with metallic resonance by Timbre on freesound.org under the creative commons, cover art by @ReedPlays.