Scattered Pilgrims | Age of Umbra: Sallowlands | Episode 1 Part 1
Jul 16, 2026 · 1h 47m
Summary
In this Critical Role podcast episode, Matthew Mercer narrates the opening of the Age of Umbra campaign, introducing players Laura, Mercy, and Dylan to the desolate Sallowlands. The trio, consisting of a fungal monk, a massive corpse-like entity, and a small creature with a bat companion, navigates the dangerous Russaw Wood while evading predators. They eventually encounter a group of hostile travelers, leading to a tense standoff and the beginning of a chaotic battle on the cliffs.
Topics discussed
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Announcements: Hope and Fear expansion and Foam Brain dice
Intro: The Sallowlands and encountering a fungal entity
Combat: Fighting the fungal monster and meeting Mercy
Exploration: Traveling with Mercy and Badger the bat
Stealth: Evading a stalking predator in the woods
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Climbing: Scaling the Crust of the Lake Tomb
Discovery: Finding a chase scene on the cliffside
Battle Start: Confronting Endroth and his gang
Combat Tactics: Smoke bombs, bright eyes, and sniper fire
Climax: Tag team attacks and defeating the hunters
Outro and SimpliSafe ad
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