It's been an incredible journey, and we can hardly believe it's been a year since we embarked on our podcasting adventure with "In 2 the Dungeon." What a whirlwind of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments it has been! As we raise our tankards of virtual ale to toast this milestone, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible year we've had and the remarkable friends we've made along the way.
55 Episodes and Counting
From our very first episode to the latest one, every moment spent recording and sharing our adventures with you has been a treasure. We've delved into dungeons, fought ferocious foes, solved perplexing puzzles, and navigated intricate plot twists. Through it all, we've had a blast, and we hope our enthusiasm shines through in every episode.
But our podcasting journey doesn’t stop at 55 episodes, nor at the fast approaching conclusion of “The Dragon of Icespire Peak.” We will soon be playing an adapted version of the first book in the Lone Wolf Series before embarking on a new adventure which Al will be GMing.
We wanted to give our most dedicated listeners something special, so we launched our Buy Me a Coffee page, where we've released 33 exclusive mini podcast episodes. These bite-sized reflection episodes have allowed us to explore even more facets of our storytelling world and connect with you on a deeper level as we also discuss our aims, dreams and thoughts on the story unfolding before us all, in addition to sharing what we have been up to each week.
Your support on Buy Me a Coffee has been heart-warming and inspiring, and we're immensely grateful for your generous contributions.
In the past year, we also experienced some changes. We launched a Patreon, but after careful consideration, we decided to migrate over to Buy Me a Coffee. The transition was seamless, and we're thrilled with our new home. Your continued support on this platform has been incredible, and we're excited to keep delivering exciting content to show our appreciation.
One of our most unique and exciting endeavors this year was the creation of our Hunger Games-inspired shop. You've shown a tremendous interest in this feature, and it's been a joy to see the items you've purchased make their way into the game. Your creativity knows no bounds, and it's been a delight to watch our virtual world come alive with your contributions, and have you join our adventure and influence the stories we tell.
Building Community: The Launch of Our Discord Server
Our community has grown by leaps and bounds this year, thanks in no small part to the launch of our Discord server. It's become a hub for our fans to connect, share their love for all things tabletop RPG, and engage with us and each other. We've witnessed countless friendships form, and the camaraderie is heart-warming. We’d like to give a special shoutout to Matthew from "Matthew's Nerdy Nation" and "What the Actual Play" for running a text-to-play TTRPG on our Discord server – your dedication and passion for storytelling are inspiring.
We’d also like to thank you all for playing along with our end of the episode club; the Last Ones Standing. Your clever uses of each week’s password have entertained, flattered and surprised us. We’d also like to take this opportunity to give a special thank you to Bardock, Velree, Neil, Matthew and Anthony for being such regular challengers in competing for the esteemed Killoh Mas Bradah title on our Discord Server.
A Digital Hub for Dungeon Delvers
To further enhance our community experience, we launched our website and blog. These platforms have allowed us to connect with you outside of our podcast episodes, sharing behind-the-scenes insights, gaming tips, and more.
Reaching New Heights
One of the most thrilling moments of our journey this year was reaching the number one spot on the gaming chart in Goodpods. To see our podcast ranked above the mighty Critical Role, even if only for a short time, was a dream come true.
At the start of the year we set ourselves the modest target of attaining 1,000 downloads, a goal that we have surpassed by almost three fold! We couldn't have achieved this without your incredible support and enthusiasm. You've made it clear that you're as passionate about this adventure as we are, and for that, we're eternally grateful.
What Lies Ahead?
As we celebrate this one-year milestone, we're bursting with excitement about what the next year holds for "In 2 the Dungeon." We have a few surprises up our sleeves, which we can't wait to unveil in the coming months. Rest assured, we'll continue to bring you thrilling adventures, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
In closing, we want to express our deepest gratitude to all of you, our listeners, supporters, and friends. Your unwavering dedication, creativity, and passion have been the driving force behind our journey. It's an honor to share this adventure with you, and we look forward to many more years of laughter, storytelling, and epic adventures "In 2 the Dungeon."
Here's to the next year and all the amazing adventures we'll share together!
Thank you for being a part of our incredible journey, and hope you continue to join us as we delve…In Two the Dungeon
Nich & Al
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If you’ve enjoyed this article, please give us a listen on your podcaster player of choice, and consider supporting us on www.buymeacoffee.com/i2td. Here you can make a one-off donation by buying us a potion which will appear in game along with a shout-out, or you can join the adventure and influence the stories we tell by purchasing a magical item which will also appear in game. If you don’t already, we’d also love for you to follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Thanks for stopping by and hope to see you again soon as we delve in two the dungeon!