Ghosts on a Train

The city of Kethrys (also known as Cloudspire) yields little of value for the Imperium, but what little may be produced is promptly sent away so the inhabitants of the city must fend for themselves. The settlement around the spire's base is surrounded by children, and the older they are the more they may have to do to survive. Cities like this bode well for Line Bulls who are always looking for Side Jobs, as the lack of Imperial investment means someone always needs something done. Andrel meets royalty. Pippin lies to cops. Drix draws a crowd. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta. "Gemelli's Wonder Wheels" lyrics by Stefen feat. Greg, kazoo instrumentation by Greg. Sebastian remains guiltless for Emeline Gemelli Follow @ThornvaleCast on Twitter and listen to Thornvale at: https://anchor.fm/thornvale https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://www.joincampaignzero.org https://www.navajowaterproject.org/ https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

The city of Kethrys, Imperial designation Cloudspire, is a scabbed over wound left on Iruvia from the Imperium's bolder days. Before the costly Unity War with Skovlan, it was the Immortal Emperor's belief that even sovereign Iruvia would eventually bend to his might as humanity's steward. An entire generation were worked into their graves, killed by Imperial Agents, or sent to die in the decades-long civil war; leaving behind the shell of a city populated by the children they left behind. Andrel is offered an out. Pippin gets to keep ignoring things. Drix sees some rats. Content Warning for Thalassaphobia from ~54:00 to ~55:30, Andrel has less air than she thinks underwater but doesn't drown. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta. Follow @TheGleeWatch on Twitter and listen to it here: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/thegleewatch You can listen to Sebastian's single "Might As Well Be Me" here. It's not new and Sebastian doesn't charge for it, but you all get to hear what his voice sounds like so that's neat. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://www.joincampaignzero.org https://www.navajowaterproject.org/ https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

THE NEXT MAIN EPISODE WILL BE NEXT WEEK, THEN WE'LL STILL BE ON ALTERNATING THURSDAYS FROM THERE. Greg takes a break from any serious editing to be joined by Stefen and Hannah to just talk about the show so far and where it's going. We talk about why we don't use last names on the show, discuss Content Warnings, and encourage not just Reviews and Suggestions but criticism that can help the show grow. Then the back half is a somewhat self-indulgent discussion of how we expected things to go in the beginning vs. how the podcast is currently going (better than expected). Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

Hadrathi title made using the Hadrathi conlang by Ben Scerri, which can be found here . Miser was dead, to begin with. There is no doubt whatsoever about that. Mr. Ma'at knew this when he stepped onto The Pride of Duskwall headed towards Kethrys, and it was for this reason that he treated the Line Bulls to a meal. While Line Bulls must remain vigilant, it is not uncommon for clever Bulls to receive favors or tips from passengers if they go the extra mile to please them. Although in Mr. Ma'at's case, dinner might not cover the extra work. Andrel orders nachos. Drix gets some onion rings. Pippin gets some chicken tenders, but he has to share. After the main episode, Greta brings the Bulls some fan mail she was sent by mistake. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

The Pride of Duskwall leaves U'duasha for Cloudspire, also known as Kethrys, along one of the rare Lines with an end. This comes with the assurance that the locomotive will make a return, though for a return is never assured for a Line Bull. Regardless, after the Bulls have faced a Demon and prevailed a normal Line should prove no challenge. Drix smells "bon". Andrel learns that adults can be cool (gay). Pip wallows in anguish. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

The Pride of Duskwall, having been torn and shredded by the Demon Voldranai, enters the Iruvian capital of U'duasha. This octagonal city boasts no lightning barrier, deriving protection from a massive burning spirit well known as the U'du. But the culture shock experienced by a Line Bull entering U'duasha is dulled by the trauma brought on from the demonic encounter. The cruel black wind swirls above the fires of the U'du, an uncomfortable reminder of the last day's events. Drix gets caught in the rain. Pippin makes a hat. Andrel meets a horse. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

As the Pride of Duskwall approaches U'duasha, a Black Wind roars across the deathlands outside of the train. The supernatural energy in the air manifesting in this strange paranormal event ensures that no spirit could accost the train if it so desired, and yet the Line Bulls have sprung loose the Demon Voldronai inside of the locomotive. Nature itself, and by extension a Demon's power, are warped by the Black Wind, though the clueless Earth Demon is just grasping it's new metal surroundings. Pippin needs a bath. Andrel isn't here to make friends. Ismael loses his head. Drix makes this right. After the main episode, the Line Bulls get a Suggestion from an old man on the Spirit Box that leaves everyone angry. Find special guest Bennoni on Twitter @darcwizrd Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

On the Imperial Railways it is a Line Bull's responsibility to protect the passengers and freight on board the train, from the spirits of the deathlands and in some cases the passengers themselves. In The Pride of Duskwall's case, the Line Bulls hunt a potentially dangerous demon cultist in order to bring forth their demonic master; a risky move that will escalate the danger in the short term but save lives in the future, if successful. Issmael does some explaining. Pippin's suspicions grow. Andrel hangs out with kids her age. Tears fall for Drix. Listen to The Lucky Die wherever you get podcasts or check out their website at https://www.theluckydie.com/ Find special guest Bennoni on Twitter @darcwizrd Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg  https://www.joincampaignzero.org  https://www.navajowaterproject.org/  https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/contribute-to-the-atlanta-solidarity-fund Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

It's not often that a Line Bull survives to achieve the highest rank of master, and it's even less common for Master Line Bulls to stay in the trade for long afterwards. But exemplary Bulls are often called for exemplary service, such as leaving the safety of a moving train in order to destroy a spirit well. In Bright Harbor, the Pride of Duskwall prepares to leave for Iruvia's capital of U'duasha. Andrel learns to distract herself. Drix must keep a promise. Pippin spends some time on the floor. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org Find special guest Bennoni on Twitter @darcwizrd Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

Line Bulls do not spend their entire lives on the Imperial Railways, and though the Downtime between Lines is often less exciting than the pulse pounding journeys between cities it is here that the people who work the rails get to be people. In Bright Harbor the Line Bulls of the Pride of Duskwall complete their side jobs as usual, but make use of their idle time in unusual ways. Pip stumbles into another horrid truth. Andrel reads some Hadrathi. Drix tests his valor. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

After taking severe damage crossing the Void Sea, the Pride of Duskwall enters Iruvia. This Isle is an autonomous principality that is part of, but not ruled over by, the Imperium. While the locomotive is repaired, the Line Bulls have more Downtime than usual in the Iruvian city of Bright Harbor. Iruvians would know the place as Eldira, but the Imperium maintains a stronger presence in this port town than anywhere else on the island so both names may be heard. Mr. Walker reappears, to congratulate the Line Bulls on completing their apprenticeship. Drix accepts a challenge. Andrel finds herself upset with good news. Pippin is left alone with his thoughts for a moment too long. After the main episode, the Line Bulls receive a reasonable request from a concerned mother in the Suggestion Box. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org "Gemelli's Heating Pads" lyrics by Hannah feat. Greg, kazoo instrumentation by Greg. Sebastian is guiltless for this crime Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

To encounter a ghost, especially in the deathlands, is to enter a story that long since should have ended. The actions of these spirits are inexplicable to anyone from the present, as the longer a ghosts exists the further it's mind is unraveled. So the Pride of Duskwall must contend with spirits that burn with enmity that is undeserved but must be faced regardless. Drix is the center of a love triangle. Andrel finds out what's really going on here. Pippin saves the day with panache and flare. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org Follow @TheGleeWatch on Twitter and listen to it here: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/thegleewatch We apologize for the audio quality in this episode, we tried a new flow and it's not a good fit but we return to normal by the Layover in two weeks. Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

The locomotives of the Imperial Railways go where they are needed, carrying whatever passengers and freight are currently in demand with a not insignificant weight given to payment. Line Bulls who can curry Favor in high places can indirectly leverage that influence and change their train's assignment, as Pippin Mckeel has in order to avoid a return to the Imperial City. Pippin is prickly to some newcomers. Andrel takes a moment to be thankful. Drix has a transformation sequence. We apologize for the audio quality for this episode and the next episode, we tried a new flow and it's not a good fit so the quality will return to normal by the Layover. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

After saying goodbye to Camilla Wester, the Line Bulls finally have a chance to step off the Pride of Duskwall and enjoy some Downtime in Southpoint. All of the Bulls are physically and emotionally exhausted, but how long of a break they'll get is yet to be seen. Andrel finds a new conspiracy to unravel. Drix goes fishing. Pippin throttles some rats. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd?refcode=cwg https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources https://www.joincampaignzero.org Listen to the Iron Bound Chest on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QkP7MkawXK6cwVwROMWge Ghost Lines by John Harper. Music by Sebastian Black. Art by Yoshiko Agresta Follow us on Twitter @ghosts_train, and if you have questions or suggestions for the train email them to ghosttrainpod@gmail.com or leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/ghosts-on-a-train/message and you might hear yourself on the show Help the Show by Rating and Reviewing on Apple Podcasts

Curious about this show? Listen to hear about Ghosts on a Train from the mouths of the players themselves! Ghosts on a Train is a podcast where the cast plays Ghost Lines by John Harper, a roleplaying game about keeping ghosts off of trains in a dark world of corruption and supernatural danger. The Shattered Isles is a grim place under the thumb of an Immortal Emperor, and though that fact is never forgotten all of the players inject levity into the tone of the game. Greg is the Gamemaster (or "Conductor" as he calls himself), who brings the locomotive called "The Pride of Duskwall" to life for the players who will defend it. Hannah portrays Andrel Anderson, a plucky young orphan who becomes a "Line Bull" and defends the train to pay off of a debt she incurred while stowing away. Stefen plays Drix, a slow-witted but good-natured man who's livelihood was destroyed so he turned to the rails. And Guy is Pippin, a bumbling drunkard who risks life and limb to escape a past he can't bear to remember.