Distracted by Side Quests

'Sticks and stones will break my bones' E37

Phil Olson — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:29:00 +0100

The Misfits find themselves in the depths of Thundertree, looking for lost treasure. But the Ash Zombies are the least of their worries.

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.

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'Beef Jerky Psychopath' E36

Phil Olson — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:12:00 +0100

The Misfits head back to Phandelin to pickup their reward. It isn't long before they find themselves in trouble, once again.

Important: Show Update

Phil Olson — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:52:00 +0100

Quick update on the change of name for the OCD&D Podcast

Hi, Phil here, your DM. I just wanted to give you an update on a big change to the show that will be taking place over the coming weeks.

It's become apparent that back in 2109, what started out as an innocent play on our 'Overseas Connection' podcast heritage, the title OCD&D turned out to be a bad choice.

None of us on the show have OCD (to any large extent) and furthermore we don't represent the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder community.

Recently I have been contacted by a number of OCD sufferers looking for clarity and advice, especially around Dungeons & Dragons and OCD representation.

Following some basic research, I discovered that, despite often ridiculed, Obessive Compulsive Disorder is a recognised disability. I apologise for any confusion, it was never malicious.

Drawing a line under that, I am taking the opportunity to rebrand and refresh the show.

The show will be renamed in the next few days, with all episodes re-edited to reflect the change. However, the current feed will be updated which means that your subscription will stay valid and you won't have to do anything.

It's an exciting time after a crappy couple of years, and we're hoping to bring some refreshed energy to our story

I hope you'll continue to share in the Misfits journey, as Tralen, Kim, Hector, Jatic and maybe even Paarthurnax continue to try not to die!

So, expect a new episode in your feed soon, of the newly titled Distracted by side quests

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'I'll just push it in slightly....' E35

Phil Olson — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:26:00 +0100

The Misfits discover a mysterious wizard. Who is he? Why is he here? Where are the hostages? And more importantly, why isn't he intimidated?

'Like a bad Pirates of the Caribbean' E34

Phil Olson — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:06:00 +0100

The Redbrand hideout is proving a challenge to the Misfits, where feats of strength are failed and a wet, oddly quiet, Dwarf swings true with his morning star. Will they find the hostages?

'Leap Before You Look' E33

Phil Olson — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:25:00 +0100

Still working their way through the Redbrand hideout, The Misfits do not appear to have stealth high on their priority list, and Jatic decides to go for a little swim.

'Let's Open All of the Doors' E32

Phil Olson — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0100

After defeating the mysterious Nothic, the party continue to explore the hideout in their standard bloody and noisy fashion.

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.

'An Eye Popping Experience' E31

Phil Olson — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:15:00 +0100

The party find their way down a secret passage and into the Redbrand headquarters under Tresander Manor. What foes await them?

'Return of the Dwarf' E30

Phil Olson — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:38:00 +0100

Jatic rejoins the party after an excessively long sleep, just in time for them to take on the Redbrands outside the Sleeping Giant.

'Someone needs a good wash' E29

Phil Olson — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Having defeated the Orcs at Wyvern Tor, the trio of Tralen, Hector and Kim head back to Phandelin to claim their reward, and maybe have a wash.

'Hector's Orc Outreach Program' E28

Phil Olson — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Following the defeat of Bughor and Fred the Ogre, Hector reaches out to help a misguided Orc.

'Trouble at Wyvern Tor' E27

Phil Olson — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Tralen, Kim and Hector head out to Wyvern Tor to investigate an Orc problem.

'Zombie Barbecue' E26

Phil Olson — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Tralen, Hector and Kim battle a mad Mage and his zombie entourage. Did anyone bring ketchup?

'Oddities at Owl Well Tower' E25

Phil Olson — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:57:00 +0100

Tralen, Hector and Kim head to the Owl Well Tower to investigate the strange goings-on, and discover a nasty smell.

'Meat-Club' E24

Phil Olson — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 15:27:00 +0100

Kim finally catches up with Tralen and Hector as they enjoy some breakfast in Stonehill Inn. However, some local ruffians have other plans.

'Distracted by sidequests' E23

Phil Olson — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Tralen and Hector chat to more of the locals and get distracted from the mission by the numerous sidequests on offer.

'Where's the Food?' E22

Phil Olson — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Tralen and Hector form an advance party and head into the town of Phandelin for some reconnaissance, and some food...

'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 3 E21

Phil Olson — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0100

In the third and final part of this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.

Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.

'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 2 E20

Phil Olson — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0100

In part 2 of this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.

Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.

'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 1 E19

Phil Olson — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0100

In this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.

Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.

'Quit reaching into me' E18

Phil Olson — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0100

The Misfits reach the climatic end of the crypt mystery. Death saves anyone?

'No Cheese' E17

Phil Olson — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:09:00 +0100

The Misfits encounter the Wraith once more, are they closer to solving the mystery?

'Hector's Vomit Problem' E16

Phil Olson — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:07:00 +0100

Despite Hector's vomit, the party continue into the crypt of two princesses.

'Herding Cats' E15

Phil Olson — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 11:43:00 +0100

The party are STILL battling ghouls, ghasts and zombies, but they have been rejoined by an old friend!

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.

'Like a typical Saturday night' E14

Phil Olson — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:51:00 +0100

The promise of gold is too much of a temptation for the Misfits and we re-join them in the castle crypts as they continue their investigations. After being warned off by a banshee, they've stumbled into a group of skeletons and zombies.

A simple battle you'd think? Not where our adventurers are concerned!

'On the Road Again' E13

Phil Olson — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 11:09:00 +0100

After defeating the Goblins and their leader in Cragmaw Hideout, The Misfits rescue Sildar and head to the nearest village for supplies and healing before they can continue the search for Jatic's cousin. On the way they meet a mysterious character who offers to join them in their adventures. Who is he? Why is he so overly friendly? And what terrors await the party this time?

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.

'Goblin Massacre' E12

Phil Olson — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:57:00 +0100

The furious battle continues as the Goblins horde fight to protect their hostage. Can the Misfits prevail?

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.

'Goblins, Goblins, everywhere' E11

Phil Olson — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:48:00 +0100

After barely escaping with their lives, the Misfits re-enter the cave to rescue Sildar. However, after the last incursion, the Goblins are expecting them.

'I see stars' E10

Phil Olson — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 15:53:00 +0100

As The Misfits take on Klarg, leader of the Goblins, and his minions, they start to ask themselves whether they've bitten off more than they can chew. Is this the end?

'Damn Goblins' E09

Phil Olson — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 15:07:00 +0100

Tralen, Kim and Jatic enter the cave to rescue Gundren, what will they find?

'Hopping Mad' E08

Phil Olson — Wed, 08 May 2019 15:22:00 +0100

In search of the captured Gundren and Sildar, and after 'gathering' intel on the Goblin hideout, the Misfits make their way through the undergrowth cave entrance. Has anyone detected them?

'Enter Sandman' E07

Phil Olson — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:03:00 +0100

After being hired by Jatic's cousin to escort a cart of mining goods to Phandalin, a village located SouthWest of Neverwinter, we join the Misfits as they drive their oxen along the Triboar Trail.

Will it be a 'simple' escort mission? Or a deadly encounter? And who will be sleeping on the job?

The Sickness (Part 2): 'Food and Whatnot' E06

Phil Olson — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 14:56:00 +0100

The Misfits (minus Tralen) continue their quest to solve the mystery illness at the village of Snaptooth.

The clues have led them to the derelict sewers, with traps and goblins having already taken their toll on Jatic, Kim and Paarthurnax, but what further horrors will the Misfits find and will they ever see the light of day again?!?

The Sickness (Part 1): 'Pocket Fumbling' E05

Phil Olson — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 14:54:00 +0100

The Misfits level up for the first time and with Tralen off on 'Studying' duties, Kim and Jatic go to help Paarthurnax solve the mystery illness at the village of Snaptooth.

All clues point to the derelict sewers, but what horrors will the Misfits find and will they ever see the light of day again?!?

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin who is MIA) as they attempt to enter The Master's Vault.

'Meet Captain Fliptop’ E04

Phil Olson — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:12:00 +0100

Following a night's rest at The Rowdy Room, the party discover that Paarthurnax has had to leave during the night to investigate a great sickness that has overcome his village. The 3 remaining adventurers (Tralen, Kim, Jatic) head for the Dolor Forest to find the last 3 tiles.

Please note: there were some sound issues with Phil's mic during this recording. Apologies for that, but it shouldn't detract too much from your enjoyment!!

'Along Came a Spider' E03

Phil Olson — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:08:00 +0100

The party arrive at the Staircase Cliffs, a 75 ft sheer climb to the yurt of Alcaeus Scaevola, who holds the first 3 magical tiles needed to gain access to The Master's Vault.

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) as they attempt to collect the 9 magical tiles.

'Magical Mystery Boxes' E02

Phil Olson — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:04:00 +0100

The party meet up after a year apart and, after a rallying speech from Tralen, they head into Parabor to attend Elaria's funeral.

Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) through the town of Parabor. What is in Elaria's last Will and Testament? What bargains will the party discover in the local shops?

'You Dirty Rat' E01

Phil Olson — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:54:00 +0100

In this, the pilot episode of Distracted by Side Quests, 5 video gamers throw down their controllers and pick up dice for the first time to play D&D 5E. What could possibly go wrong?

Join Phil the DM as he takes our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) through their last training session before becoming fully fledged adventurers, and entering The Master's Vault.