Very Random Encounters: Chaotic Improv Actual Play

Logan, Lee, Travis, and Greg

About

Welcome to Very Random Encounters, a show where we play pen and paper RPGs in which we've randomly determined as many things as is possible, including characters, villains, names, places, and other weirder stuff! It all comes together to be a very random encounter. We're an actual play roleplaying game podcast by four friends who love the challenge of telling a story whose details are all prompted by random rolls. You can start with the first episode in any given season.

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351 episodes

I Was a Modern Medusa #10: Follow that Van!

A thrilling chase with the boys (and Manea) in the bright white sports-car. And then a logic puzzle about vans, plates, and fragile human minds. We encourage all listeners to put The Boys in the Bright White Sports Car on in the background for a FULLY IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

33m
Mar 25
I Was a Modern Medusa #9: Super Library

How do I know I'm not being compromised by an evil Medusa in my brain? And where can I find books on brain Medusas at the Super Library? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

32m
Mar 18
I Was a Modern Medusa #8: Just One More

Dr. Bogus stares into the plate... and the plate stares back. And it's the HOTEST snake event of the season! Local snakes are sssssingle and ready to mingle at the Narcisse Snake Dens! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

40m
Mar 11
I Was a Modern Medusa #7: Containment Protocol

What earthly thing can contain that which does not belong in our world? Dr. Bogus introduces us to a colleague. Barnaby has his DJ credentials challenged. Manea breaks the land-speed "rivals-to-friends" record. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

37m
Mar 04
I Was a Modern Medusa #6: It Needs to Eat Souls

Doctor Bogus is headed into the finals at the School of Hard Knocks Robot Fight Club, but his opponent is acting extremely suspicious... and might even be the reason some other robots have been turned to STONE! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

34m
Feb 26
I Was a Modern Medusa #5: The School of Hard Knocks

At the School of Hard Knocks Robot Fight Club, there are only two rules: __ __ Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

30m
Feb 19
I Was a Modern Medusa #4: Antiquity | They Came from Beyond the Grave!

the investigation continues at the antique store. But will bakelite bracelets, haunted dolls, and battle robot parts distract our heroes from their primary goal? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

36m
Feb 12
I Was a Modern Medusa #3: Gorgoneion | They Came from Beyond the Grave!

Don't you hate it when one member of the group project does all the murder? Menia makes a reptile friend. Dr. Bogus listens to rocks. Barnaby seeks the wisdom of the advising office. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

38m
Feb 05
I Was a Modern Medusa #2: Tintype | They Came from Beyond the Grave!

Something is turning University of Winnipeg students into stone. You might even say it's...some kind of modern Medusa! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

32m
Jan 29
I Was a Modern Medusa #1: Dark Agendas | They Came from Beyond the Grave!

Meet The Professor, The Dupe, and The Raconteur. They will enter Medusa's gaze soon. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast Randomization slot sounds from zapsplat.com http://zapsplat.com

34m
Jan 22
Imaginary Friend Fight LIVE at Dragon Con 2023

This is a recording of our live show at Dragon Con 2023. We play Imaginary Friend Fight (a game by Logan!) with a bunch of cool folks! Find Chelsea's stuff [here](https://www.twitch.tv/chelseabytes) Find Alexander [here](https://twitter.com/TA_Stangroom) Find Amanda [here](https://twitter.com/amandahamon) Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

51m
Jan 08
Happy Winter! (Fiasco re-release with Lindsey Rode)

Welcome back to the mall! This is a re-release of our Fiasco mini-season with Lindsey Rode, co-owner of Rose Gauntlet Entertainment https://www.rosegauntlet.com/. All three episodes have been tied together with holly or something so you can enjoy without any breaks! HAPPY WINTER! Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

1h 57m
Dec 25, 2023
Star Trek Aftershow

It's the Star Trek after show! Listen to find out how Greg generated the plot and NPCs, and hear Lee, Logan, and Wheels' experiences playing their characters. After that, we answer YOUR questions about the season. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

53m
Dec 11, 2023
Star Trek #16: A Captain's Word is All He Has

It's time to put personal issues aside and fix this. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

39m
Dec 04, 2023
Star Trek #15: Peripheral Futures

A conversation with Scofield gets heated. Is the crew _really_ sure about their conclusions? With so many factors, how can they be certain? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

53m
Nov 27, 2023
Star Trek #14: Refuge from the Storm

Desperate times called for desperate measures. Now, ages later, the Odorians still deal with the fallout. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

49m
Nov 20, 2023
Star Trek #13: Overly Shuffled Experiences

The ship’s crew takes on random tasks in an attempt to out-maneuver the force controlling the ship. And Kug eats some nuggets. And, like, that’s underselling it. I guess you had to be there? He REALLY ate those nuggets. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

30m
Nov 13, 2023
Star Trek #12: Integration

The captain and crew attempt to return Mameem to consciousness. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

44m
Nov 06, 2023
Star Trek #11: On the back foot

When Teeseed finishes their flashback tale, the crew begins encountering several problems, and all of them seem to be Weird-Kid-related. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

39m
Oct 30, 2023
Star Trek #10: Don't Want

On Gloriana Station, we don't know the of "I don't want pink drink!" Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

46m
Oct 23, 2023
Star Trek #9: Hotel Gloriana

Pour yourself a Pink Drink in a Boot, sit back, and relax at Gloriana station, where all your needs and worries have been taken care of. Don’t worry about how. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

56m
Oct 16, 2023
Star Trek #8: The Party Department

Hey, man! You've just reached the part of the ship where the only rule is "make it happen!" Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

34m
Oct 09, 2023
Star Trek #7: A Kyle XY Situation

The crew goes over their morning routine. Osrick Junior takes an interest in the ship's plants. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

43m
Oct 02, 2023
Star Trek #6: Where to Put Missiles and Children

Protocol dictates that certain categories of cargo and passenger must be transported with additional infrastructure. Amongst those categories are "children" and "missiles." Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

1s
Sep 25, 2023
Star Trek #5: Liminal Spaceship

Captain Cug and the rest of the Stellaris crew investigate the mysterious space-station since Scofield is being... a little shady about the details of his trip. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

43m
Sep 18, 2023
Star Trek #4: Additional Passenger

The Stellaris has arrived at it's mission's destination. The crew have many questions about the space station they've discovered, and the new passenger(s?) that they're picking up. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

42m
Sep 11, 2023
Star Trek #3: Subprime Directive

Ma'Hoh shows off her new greenhouse. Mameem seeks wisdom from past lives. Cugg contemplates if anyone has ever read the full Prime Directive. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

38m
Sep 04, 2023
Star Trek #2: Rule of Acquisition 301

The crew of the USS Stellaris is on shore leave. That means different things to different people. By the way, would you be interesting in some authentic Vulcan supplements? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

38m
Aug 28, 2023
Star Trek #1: Karma Kelpien

It's a new season. This time, we're going to the final frontier: SPACE. It's Star Trek! We're playing the game Beam Me Up, part of the Awfully Cheerful Engine https://www.awfullycheerfulengine.com/read-all-about-it. Come listen in as we find out what we'll be for this journey through the stars. This episode utilizes sound effects from Zapsplat.com http://Zapsplat.com Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com http://www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

39m
Aug 21, 2023
Quick announcement about Dragon Con

Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook https://bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show http://www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show https://shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE https://www.patreon.com/VRE Follow us @VRECast https://www.twitter.com/vrecast

1m
Aug 14, 2023