The Critshow: Season 7 Q/A - Pt 2

The Critshow1h 1mApril 22, 2026

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In this lively continuation of The Critshow's Season 7 Q&A, the cast reflects on their journey through the Fate-based Clockwinders campaign, sharing heartfelt memories, creative triumphs, and behind-the-scenes insights. The episode is filled with laughter as players recall their favorite NPC moments—like Maxine’s awkward comfort to a grieving Doris, Cade’s panicked flight from his old employer, and the chaotic joy of Tass’s rhinoceros, Apple Sticky Hands. The hosts also discuss character builds, GM mechanics, and the emotional weight of pivotal story beats, including Aynan’s letter to Rattigan and Sevna’s transformation from villain to reluctant ally. The conversation turns nostalgic with personal highlights: the first time a new player was jokingly 'killed' on the show, the profound impact of TJ’s arc, and the joy found in outtakes from Perilous Tides. The episode closes with a playful tease of the upcoming Teens with Attitude game, a Power Rangers-themed session led by Tass, and a heartfelt reminder of the show’s enduring spirit of friendship and creativity.

Key Takeaways
1

Embrace flaws—characters' weaknesses are often the most memorable and fun moments in a game.

2

The best storytelling happens when players and GMs collaborate organically, even if it means breaking the rules.

3

Small, improvised moments (like joking about a character’s death) can create lasting emotional connections.

4

Trust the process: even if a mechanic like the Fate clock isn’t used, the story still thrives through improvisation and character-driven choices.

5

The most powerful moments aren’t always in the plot—they’re in the laughter, the camaraderie, and the shared vulnerability.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Sponsor: Tales from the Stinky Dragon

Gustavo promotes the immersive D&D-style podcast 'Tales from the Stinky Dragon,' highlighting its voice acting, sound design, and family-friendly humor.

2:24
3 min

Patron Appreciation & Panda Squad Intro

The team thanks their patrons and announces the upcoming game 'Panda Squad,' with playful banter about character types and a KFC jelly bean prank.

5:00
5 min

Favorite NPC & Character Moments

I love that we just kept blurring this line. There was also a written character you guys never interacted with that I forgot about until now.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

Character Build Reflections

I don’t want to be good at everything because that’s not interesting. So the things that we are bad at are the funnest.

Highlight
15:00
5 min

GM Advice & Mechanics in Fate

I should use these things against you. Starting a business can be overwhelming.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
I truly felt so, like, part of the team. Because then it was like, all right, where does this go? Because it's going to go somewhere.
Rev43:02
Viral: 90.0
I was hoping that when you saw him, you'd be like, is that just fucking... Is it just him in different clothes?
Megan20:32
Viral: 88.0
I knew she had genuinely turned this corner, but they can't count on that to be true.
Megan25:16
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Host

Gustavo Cerola

Guests

JakeMeganTassRevJT
Topics Discussed
character flaws and imperfection92%player-driven storytelling90%nostalgia and fan memories89%npc development and ambiguity88%emotional arcs and character growth87%player-gm collaboration86%fate system mechanics85%improvisation and humor83%
People & Brands

Clockwinders

media

28xPositive

Jake

person

23xPositive

Megan

person

19xPositive

Tass

person

17xPositive

Maxine

other

15xPositive

Rev

person

14xPositive

Fate

other

12xPositive

Sevna

other

11xPositive

JT

person

10xPositive

Aynan

other

8xPositive

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