The dice have cooled, the ash has settled, and the Syndicate’s agents finally exhale.
In this companion after-show, the cast of Crit Happens! gathers around the table to unpack the first steps of The Pyreheart Accord arc—sharing their favorite market moments, character choices, and theories about what truly awaits inside Mount Varron.

From wild shopping antics in Cindermarch to the creeping tension of a world on the edge of treaty and betrayal, the crew breaks down how these seemingly quiet beginnings set the tone for a volcanic descent into chaos. Expect laughter, speculation, and a few heartfelt confessions about what it means to play heroes in a world built on memory and fire.

Pull up a chair, pour a drink, and roll high on relaxation—it’s time to unwind.

Legal Disclaimer:
Nat 20 & Unwind is an independent after-show companion to Crit Happens!, a Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition actual-play podcast set in the original world of Virelios. This production operates under the Open Game License (OGL 1.0a). All characters, storylines, and settings—including the Scalebound Syndicate and The Pyreheart Accord—are original creative works and are not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, or any official D&D property. Dungeons & Dragons and all associated trademarks are the property of Wizards of the Coast, LLC.

With the weight of a world on the brink of war, the Scalebound agents take one last breath before the firestorm.
Episode One follows the team through the markets of Cindermarch, where ash-forged merchants and relic-peddlers whisper of the coming summit between the Dominion of Fahlreach and the Hollow Host. Between bartering for enchanted steel, memory-ink, and phoenix-proof cloaks, each agent arms themselves for what lies ahead—politics wrapped in prophecy and treachery bound in gold.

As the sun bleeds across the horizon, their caravan sets out toward Mount Varron, the volcanic citadel known as Pyreheart Stronghold. The roads twist through glassed ravines and smoking vents where the land itself still remembers the Oracle’s fire. Strange travelers shadow their path, and distant tremors warn that the mountain is waking.

It’s the quiet before the eruption—the moment where steel is tested, faith is questioned, and the first sparks of the Accord begin to catch.

Legal Disclaimer:
Crit Happens! is an independent production set within the original world of Virelios. This show uses mechanics from Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition) under the Open Game License (OGL 1.0a). All storylines, settings, and characters— including the Scalebound Syndicate, Virelios, and The Pyreheart Accord—are original creative works and are not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, or any other official D&D property. Dungeons & Dragons and all associated trademarks are the property of Wizards of the Coast, LLC.

The stage lights have dimmed, the applause has faded, and the laughter still echoes a little too long. The crew gathers around the table—not for battle, but for breath.

Join the cast of Crit Happens! as they unwind after the House of Fun arc: talking through the traps that tested their nerves, the confessions that cost blood, and the lessons hidden behind the jokes. From near-death theatrics to Nyros’ rebirth and Zebulon’s vow of water-only discipline, the players pull back the curtain on what it felt like inside Virelios’ most dangerous carnival.

Expect laughter, reflection, and maybe a little chaos as the party decompresses, debates their best (and worst) rolls, and shares what they learned about their characters—and themselves—inside the House that wanted to understand them.

“You can’t spell ‘fun’ without ‘uhhh.’”

🎙️ A special roundtable episode where the players of Crit Happens! step out of character, pour a drink (or just water), and unpack the madness behind the magic.

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer:
Crit Happens! and Nat 20 & Unwind are independent, fan-produced podcasts operating under Creative Use and Fair Play provisions. All game systems, mechanics, and terminology are used pursuant to the Open Game License (OGL 1.0a) and in accordance with Wizards of the Coast’s Fan Content Policy.

These shows are not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, or any other rights-holding entities. All original storylines, characters, settings, and audio materials — including Virelios, The Scalebound Syndicate, and Crit Happens! branding — are © 2025 Spencer Hart & P3 Podcast Network.

This podcast exists to celebrate storytelling, friendship, and the unforgettable chaos of rolling dice together.