Episodes

  • Tasha, the Witch Queen
    May 6 2024

    There are many legendary figures within the tales of Dungeons and Dragons, but few are as popular as Tasha. Known across the multiverse by many names, and the creator of the legendary Demonomicon of Iggwilv, Tasha is a fan favorite for a reason. Join me tonight, as we briefly step into the realm of Greyhawk to explore her origins, history, and achievements, on tonight's episode of Lore Sleep: Secrets of the Forgotten Realms.


    Art for the show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. If you enjoy my voice and work, you can follow me on social media @StiehlVA, or check out my website, MarkStiehl.com. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can be sent to me at MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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    58 mins
  • Displacer Beasts
    Apr 22 2024

    Nothing is worse than believing you landed a solid hit on an enemy, only for the blow to swish through empty air as the illusion fades. Tonight, we explore the lore of one of D&D's most memorable creatures - the displacer beast.


    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on twitter, with music by Faefield productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    35 mins
  • Menzoberranzan, The City of Spiders
    Apr 8 2024

    The drow are one of the most popular player character races in Dungeons & Dragons, and for good reason. Tonight, we dive into the most famous drow city in the Forgotten Realms, and the home to the legendary ranger, Drizzt Do'Urden.


    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Lathander, The Morninglord
    Mar 25 2024

    The Forgotten Realms are full of gods, goddesses, and divine powers that directly shape the worlds that we exist in. Tonight, we discuss one of the most influential members of the Human pantheon, some of his history, and the way that his worship works throughout the Realms.


    Art for the show is created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. If you enjoy my voice and work, feel free to check out my website, MarkStiehl.com, or follow me on social media @StiehlVA.

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    37 mins
  • Mind Flayers
    Mar 11 2024

    In the darkest depths of the Underdark, there exists an alien race of creatures straight out of a Lovecraft novel. With horrific tentacles and a hunger for brains, they plot and manipulate for The Grand Design - the ultimate goal of rebuilding their lost empire. Make yourself comfortable as we explore the origins of this alien culture, and some of the lesser known facts about their strange society.


    If you enjoy my work, please feel free to check out my new website! www.MarkStiehl.com. You can also follow me on social media @StiehlVA to see more of my work.


    Art for the show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Baldur's Gate - The City of Blood
    Feb 26 2024

    A city that has been well loved by recent media and video games, Baldur's Gate is simultaneously beautiful and sinister. A city of vast wealth backdropped by crippling poverty, of happy families shadowed by murderous cultists. Join me as we dive into the history of this incredible city.


    If you enjoy my work, please feel free to check out my new website! www.MarkStiehl.com. You can also follow me on Twitter @StiehlVA to see more of my work.

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Zariel, Ruler of Avernus
    Feb 12 2024

    A deal with the devil is one of the oldest story beats in literature, and dungeons and dragons is no exception. But what do we know about the devil we deal with? Join me as we explore the history of Zariel, Lady of the First, the Archduchess of Avernus. From her fall from celestial grace, to her multiple betrayals at the hands of friends and advisors, and the forgotten secrets of her past.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Lich
    Jan 30 2024

    The Forgotten Realms plays host to a multitude of undead of all varieties, but none are more well known or as feared as the Lich. Make yourself comfortable as we explore the road to lichdom, as well as the real world origins of one of Dungeons and Dragons most recognizable villains.


    Trigger warnings for this episode include: Suicide, Murder, and Infanticide.


    Art by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with Music composed by Faefield Productions.

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    52 mins