Ashen Veil
A Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play podcast. The world of Ivarthiel was once a land of proud kingdoms, sprawling cities, and sacred groves where the gods walked among mortals. Now, it is a realm of twilight and terror, its skies smothered by the Ashen Veil, a churning vortex of smoke and screaming souls that stretches across the heavens. The Veil is not simply a storm—it is the wound where reality bleeds, an open portal to the Abyss, spilling horrors into the land without end.
Episodes

Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
In this gripping episode, our protagonists navigate the delicate balance of trust and skepticism as they uncover disturbing truths about the world around them. From confronting the mysterious and powerful Seraphine to experiencing vivid and surreal visions guided by unknown deities, the group is pulled deeper into the enigma of their existence.
Amidst revelations of divine fragments and chaotic lineage, the team grapples with the implications of restoring an ancient god, Orvian, and the potential consequences of such a resurrection. As they meditate and explore their connections to higher powers, the boundaries between reality and the ethereal blur, offering them glimpses into forgotten realms and hidden powers.
With the weight of these newfound mysteries on their shoulders, each member must decide how far they are willing to go in seeking the truth and what they are willing to sacrifice in the name of hope and salvation.

Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
The episode resumes shortly after the tragic death of Gathmir, leaving the group to confront the chilling reality of their loss amidst a mysterious forest. As the chill wind carries an unexpected whisper, a path illuminated by golden flowers appears, leading them deeper into the unknown.
While investigating this magical path, Theo and the group unravel the ominous presence of Embervale, a seemingly peaceful but oddly unsettling sanctuary operating under the watchful eye of the enigmatic Seraphine. Each step reveals more about the artifacts with divine origins, all while whispers and fragments of memory hint at a darker truth concealed within the magically warded walls.
Amidst encounters with the unsettling Seraphine and the elusive nature of Ember’s relics, the group finds themselves confronting both external and internal mysteries, navigating a web of illusions and hidden knowledge. They must decide whether the promise of safety in Embervale, and the secrets it harbors, are worth the risk—or if the path forward lies elsewhere in their quest for truth and survival.

Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
As Theo leads a battered group through the murky woods towards the distant safety of Gelidar, the weight of allyship hangs heavy. The survivors, both wounded and weary, navigate the shadows of lost comrades and the looming threats of the wild.
In the heart of the forest, the group battles fearsome creatures while shadowy alliances threaten from afar. Amidst skirmishes and unforeseen horrors, tensions rise as leadership is questioned and alliances tested. Will they survive to see the dawn?

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
The winds carry mournful whispers of a forgotten age in Ashen Vale, a world forsaken by its gods and overrun by demon lords. Wanderers Theo, Ozwyn, Brick, and Kerrigan find themselves in the crumbling fortress of Fort Dwin, surrounded by whispers of an impending doom. As a mysterious mist rolls in and ravens fly in ominous patterns overhead, tensions rise with the revelation of treacherous warlocks in their midst.
The community struggles under the weight of suspicion and fear, as Gathmir, the leader of Fort Dwin, grapples with the urgency of a supernatural threat. As betrayal and danger close in, the group must navigate through perilous choices to survive. The past comes to life in unexpected ways, unveiling relics of the old gods and long-buried secrets that may hold the key to salvation.
In a desperate battle against hobgoblins and a fearsome slaughter demon, the defenders must rely on their wits and the last remnants of ancient magic. As the skies fall dark and the ground shakes, an enduring hope flickers amidst the ashes, threatening to awaken something powerful and profound. The struggle for survival intensifies, testing faith, courage, and the bonds of an unlikely alliance.