Lightless Beacons

Support us on Ko-Fi and get access to a treasure trove of bonus content: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons Do not look to the sun, for its rays are blinding with scorching heat. Across turbulent waters in the depths of the night, look instead for the living darkness atop our high tower of refuge, and immerse yourself in the realms of the unknown and unknowable. Sailing on black seas of infinity, you don’t need to voyage far for Call of Cthulhu Actual Plays. Lightless Beacons is a Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition podcast featuring both classic and brand new scenarios, along with explorations of Lovecraftian tales, and panel discussions with scenario deep-dives. Stay with us a while and shelter from the raging storm. You are here for a reason, guided here to us by Lightless Beacons! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lightless Beacons is a fiction podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 52 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Lightless Beacons, a fiction show with 52 episodes published.

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  Episode #17

  2 - The Bride of Pendle - Pomp and Circumstance

  Sep 3, 202658 minS3

  As the sun sets behind Pendle Hill, the investigators head to Ellerdale Hall for a prestigious pre-wedding dinner. The group reunite with Tom, and are introduced to his bride-to-be, Mary Osegawa. As the night draws in, elements of the local folklore also make an appearance. Like this ENNIE nominated-scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Purchase The Bride of Pendle here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/535380/the-bride-of-pendle   All Ko-Fi members get a 20% discount on their purchase: https://ko-fi.com/i/IU7U01KKXA0   Cast: Jayson as your Keeper of Arcane Lore Lydia as Quentin Tapp Jae as Granville Russell Heather as Ainsley Russell Knoxicles as Nikhil Pandya Special guest Ed as Mille Marlowe Episode edited by Lydia, mixed and mastered by Jayson Opening theme featuring the voice talent of Matt Crouch The Bride of Pendle cover artwork by Alex Guillotte Lightless Beacons logo by Jae Jeremiah-Goulding As with all our Call of Cthulhu actual plays, this episode contains adult themes and content that some listeners may find distressing.  Immersive and evocative with music, sound effects, and a stunning cast, Lightless Beacons is an Actual Play podcast featuring the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG. Along with actual plays (live plays) of both classic and brand new Call of Cthulhu scenarios, we also feature regular panel discussions. Support us on Ko-fi and gain access to a treasure trove of exclusive content: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons Join our free Discord server where you can connect with horror TTRPG fans, meet our cast and crew, and discuss the podcast with your fellow cultists.  https://discord.gg/D7duXe6pn Follow us on our socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lightlessbeaconspodcast  Bluesky @lightlessbeacons.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #16

  1 - The Bride of Pendle - A Second Spring

  Aug 20, 202656 minS3

  It is September, 1922. Five friends have journeyed north to see their sixth friend and groom-to-be, Tom Byrne, down the aisle. The day prior to the wedding, the investigators arrive in the picturesque village of Downham, where they soon become acquainted with rural Lancashire. Like this ENNIE award-winning scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Purchase The Bride of Pendle here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/535380/the-bride-of-pendle   All Ko-Fi members get a 20% discount on their purchase: https://ko-fi.com/i/IU7U01KKXA0   Cast: Jayson as your Keeper of Arcane Lore Lydia as Quentin Tapp Jae as Granville Russell Heather as Ainsley Russell Knoxicles as Nikhil Pandya Special guest Ed as Mille Marlowe Episode edited by Lydia, mixed and mastered by Jayson Opening theme featuring the voice talent of Matt Crouch The Bride of Pendle cover artwork by Alex Guillotte Lightless Beacons logo by Jae Jeremiah-Goulding As with all our Call of Cthulhu actual plays, this episode contains adult themes and content that some listeners may find distressing.  Immersive and evocative with music, sound effects, and a stunning cast, Lightless Beacons is an Actual Play podcast featuring the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG. Along with actual plays (live plays) of both classic and brand new Call of Cthulhu scenarios, we also feature regular panel discussions. Support us on Ko-fi and gain access to a treasure trove of exclusive content: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons   Join our free Discord server where you can connect with horror TTRPG fans, meet our cast and crew, and discuss the podcast with your fellow cultists.  https://discord.gg/gFKszPG6m Follow us on our socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lightlessbeaconspodcast  Bluesky @lightlessbeacons.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #15

  7 - Slow Boat to China Part 2 - Memories and Dreams of Time 2

  Aug 6, 202648 minS3

  The final battle for the investigators’ lives and minds concludes as the voyage of the USS President Coolidge ends . But is anyone left to tell the tale? And what happens afterwards? The Slow Boat to China campaign comes to its nail-biting conclusion! Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Purchase the Pulp Cthulhu Rulebook here: https://www.chaosium.com/pulp-cthulhu-pdf/ Cast: Heather as your Keeper of Arcane Lore Jae as Jefferson Hartley Jayson as Professor Terrence van der Meer Lydia as Edmond Lau Matt as Jack “The Lad” Mahan Episode edited by james, mixed and mastered by Jayson Opening theme featuring the voice talent of Matt Crouch All Lightless Beacons artwork by Jae Jeremiah-Goulding As with all our Call of Cthulhu actual plays, this episode contains adult themes and content that some listeners may find distressing.  Immersive and evocative with music, sound effects, and a stunning cast, Lightless Beacons is an Actual Play podcast featuring the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG. Along with actual plays (live plays) of both classic and brand new Call of Cthulhu scenarios, we also feature regular panel discussions. Enjoyed Slow Boat to China and want access to a treasure trove of bonus scenario goodies? Support us on Ko-fi at: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons   Join our free Discord server where you can connect with horror TTRPG fans, meet our cast and crew, and discuss the podcast with your fellow cultists.  https://discord.gg/D7duXe6pn Follow us on our socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lightlessbeaconspodcast  Bluesky @lightlessbeacons.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #14

  6 - Slow Boat to China Part 2 - Memories and Dreams of Time 1

  Jul 23, 202649 minS3

  The investigators find themselves in an epic battle for their very lives! Time grows short as the party battles the dark force in league with the cultists. But something is coming, and it’s closing in fast… Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Purchase the Pulp Cthulhu Rulebook here: https://www.chaosium.com/pulp-cthulhu-pdf/ Cast: Heather as your Keeper of Arcane Lore Jae as Jefferson Hartley Jayson as Professor Terrence van der Meer Lydia as Edmond Lau Matt as Jack “The Lad” Mahan Episode edited by james, mixed and mastered by Jayson Opening theme featuring the voice talent of Matt Crouch All Lightless Beacons artwork by Jae Jeremiah-Goulding As with all our Call of Cthulhu actual plays, this episode contains adult themes and content that some listeners may find distressing.  Immersive and evocative with music, sound effects, and a stunning cast, Lightless Beacons is an Actual Play podcast featuring the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG. Along with actual plays (live plays) of both classic and brand new Call of Cthulhu scenarios, we also feature regular panel discussions. Support us on Ko-fi and gain access to a treasure trove of exclusive content: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons   Join our free Discord server where you can connect with horror TTRPG fans, meet our cast and crew, and discuss the podcast with your fellow cultists.  https://discord.gg/D7duXe6pn Follow us on our socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lightlessbeaconspodcast  Bluesky @lightlessbeacons.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #13

  5 - Slow Boat to China Part 2 - It’s not a Bug, it’s a Feature

  Jul 9, 202643 minS3

  <p>The leader of the cult and their plan are revealed! The investigators confront the architect of the voyage’s events and trigger… something… from the dark and deep beneath the waves. </p><br><p>Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Purchase the Pulp Cthulhu Rulebook here: https://www.chaosium.com/pulp-cthulhu-pdf/</p><br><p>Cast:</p><p>Heather as your Keeper of Arcane Lore</p><p>Jae as Jefferson Hartley</p><p>Jayson as Professor Terrence van der Meer</p><p>Lydia as Edmond Lau</p><p>Matt as Jack “The Lad” Mahan</p><br><p>Episode edited by...

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