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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

You asked, so we delivered! Experience the Isle of Veil in all it's glory with the official map, brought to life by the incredible Milkhail Malkin in two different versions - stunning full colour, and a gorgeous sepia tone. Head over to the Oaths & Empires Patreon: vist.ly/5knqs

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

😍 Fan Art Thursday is here! 😍 We're in awe of the talent this community brings to Oaths & Empires. Enjoy today’s gorgeous gallery, created by: 🖌️ @virapatira 🖌️ @stripedsentry 🖌️ Practicefortheheart 🖌️ @ktwht *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

Fantasy character with pointed ears, wet hair, and intense expression.

Two people discuss broccoli as forests for monsters. One looks shocked.

Illustration of a woman with elf ears and brown hair, smiling.

A crochet doll with brown hair and colorful outfit sits in grass.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Killian's not good, very bad day came a lot sooner than any of us could have anticipated! 😱 Watch the brilliant Tom McKay, Luke Dale and @jwcartwright.bsky.social take on Rhys Blackhand over on the Oath & Empires Patreon: vist.ly/5jjye

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Rolladex @rolladexttrpgs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Welcome to the Rolladex community @oathsandempires.bsky.social 💜💫 Starring Tom McKay and Luke Dale from KCD2, Oaths & Empires is a dark fantasy D&D adventure set on the Isle of Veil. Follow the show over on Rolladex and give them a listen today! rolladex.com/shows/oaths-empires

Oaths & Empires game title with three portraits and 'Welcome to Rolladex'.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Oaths & Empires Merch Store is now LIVE! Add to your mug collection, cosy up for the winter, decorate your walls - the Isle of Veil is ready to come home with you today: shop.12sidedstudios.com

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Note to self, don't let Killian look after the goats if something happens to Old Man Hemlock... 🐐 Watch the brilliant Tom McKay, Luke Dale and @jwcartwright.bsky.social adventure through the Isle of Veil over on the @oathsandempires.bsky.social Patreon! vist.ly/5iqae

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It's got to be said, Tom McKay and Luke Dale's audiences have been INCREDIBLE. No notes, all vibes 🫶 Catch up with the full Q&A recorded livestream with @jwcartwright.bsky.social over on the Oaths & Empires Patreon: vist.ly/5ij9t

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

🌟 SURPRISE! 🌟 We’re doing our very first live show at Liverpool Comic Con in October! Join Tom, Luke and Jasper as they enter a ‘What if?’ universe of the Isle of Vale, investigating a mysterious disappearance just as monsters cross the Ash Creek… See you there!

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

😍 It’s Fan Art Thursday time 😍 Bracken, Juno and Wren, oh my! And many new faces added to the artist ranks 🫶 Enjoy today’s glittering gallery, created by: 🖌️ Qewpiemayo 🖌️ Babushtoad 🖌️ @camillekaze 🖌️ Darkandstormyranger *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

Animated adventurer grinning, holding a laughing child in a pink dress.

Pencil sketch of a fantasy creature with horns, pointed ears, and long nails.

Drawing of a person with elf ears bandaging another person in a room lit by a candle.

Cartoon character surprised as a pink object hits their face.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Even adventurers sometimes get themselves into conversations they're not quite sure how to get out of... and this is why we love Old Man Hemlock 🐐 Check out our Session 2 video if you want to see Tom, Luke and @jwcartwright.bsky.social recording the podcast in action! vist.ly/5hpz8

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I'm sure parents across the land would agree - putting twins to bed is no easy feat! Catch up with Sessions 1 and 2 of Oaths & Empires over on Patreon this weekend 🤩 vist.ly/5hgz6

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Well boys, this looks like it'll be the start of a brand new adventure ⚔️ See the moment Solus (Tom Mckay) and Killian (Luke Dale) reunite in Session 1 of Oaths & Empires, now available to watch on vist.ly/5hbru

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

If you are one of our talented fan artists, then you might want to catch up on @thisistommckay’s Twitch Stream from last week! You could see your gorgeous artwork on one of our upcoming merch items in the not-too-distant future... 👀 🌟Learn more at: vist.ly/5gkeh 🌟

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Who volunteers as tribute? 🤚📖✏️ Listen to how @jwcartwright.bsky.social built the world of Oaths & Empires, and so much more, on the latest 'Lifting the Veil' episode exclusively on Patreon: vist.ly/5ghca

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

😍 It’s time for Fan Art Thursday! 😍 Enjoy today’s gorgeous fanart gallery, created by: 🖌️ @luigi_after_dark 🖌️ @stripedsentry 🖌️ @virapatira 🖌️ Practicefortheheart *All art has been shared with permission from the artists You never know, we may see some of these on merch very soon...

Character with white hair and purple cape with white fur trim on a pink background.

Two fantasy character illustrations: a bearded man with a bun, and an elf with a flower crown.

An adult with brown hair hugs a child with curly hair, both wearing colorful clothing.

Four illustrations of fantasy characters with pointed ears and varied hairstyles.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

If you missed Tom Mckay's Twitch Stream last Friday, then never fear, we're here to catch you up! A couple of exciting Oaths & Empires announcements were released, so head on over to Tom's Twitch to watch the full stream, or our Patreon for the clips 😍 vist.ly/5g5r7

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Jasper peels back his creative process when first imagining the world of Oaths & Empires, including the inspiration behind the show - turns out, we have a lot to thank @thewalkingdead.bsky.social for! 🎧 Listen to the full 'Lifting the Veil' episode: vist.ly/5fsbg

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

"Never call me Doris again" 🥿 Don't know about anyone else, but we wouldn't mess with Killian's (played by Luke Dale) mother either! Who's been your favourite NPC from Chapter 1 of Oaths & Empires? Let us know in the comments below! vist.ly/5fiwm

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Meet the man, the myth, the legend that is Solus, the Healer... 🩺 Poised, patient and played by Tom McKay, is there more to this father of two than meets the eye? The whole of Session 1 of Oaths & Empires is now available to watch, exclusively over on our Patreon! 🍿 vist.ly/5fa4k

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

"Let's start as we mean to go on... bang in the middle!" We dug into the O&E Archives, and came across a treasure - the recorded sessions from Chapter 1! That's right, Tom, Luke and Jasper in the flesh! Session 1 is now available to watch exclusively over on our Patreon: vist.ly/5etva

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

😍 Iiiiiiiiiit's Fan Art Thursday! 😍 We're gaining more and more beautiful artwork each and every week, so enjoy today's gorgeous gallery, created by: 🖌️ Camilekaze 🖌️ Darkandstormyranger 🖌️ Gineua 🖌️ Stanzasofgibberish *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

Bearded warrior emerging from water with splashes, sunset sky.

Elf-like character holding paper, hears knock on door, responds, 'What did you do?'

Humanoid figure touching head of a creature in a forest.

Cartoon of two elf characters, one walking, one surprised, with text overlay.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

"You gave me loaded dice?!" 🎲🪕 (IYKYK) Now here's a thought - who would be Miguel, and who would be Tulio? Leave your thoughts in the comments 👇 And all other outtakes can be found over on our Patreon: vist.ly/5ee46

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🐐 *Insert goat scream meme here* 🐐 What we wouldn't give for an 'Oops, all goats' one shot! Want more Oaths & Empires outtakes in your life? Then head on over to our Patreon: vist.ly/5dudj

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Travellers, have we got a little behind the scenes special to share with you all! Earlier this month, the incredible Alice Torkar, who created the animated trailer for Oaths & Empires, gifted us with a one-of-a-kind, 3D printed version of the Sin Eater mask. How cool is this?! (Answer: VERY!)

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

We are excited to announce that our incredible Discord Mods are putting on their very first community D&D game, If you want to listen to our 6 incredible players and their wonderful GM take on a traditional "swords and sorcery" style D&D meets O&E adventure, head on over to Discord TONIGHT 8PM!

Graphic design with text 'Oaths & Empires' and 'Community Game 1st August' underneath.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Gather around the fire, dear Travellers, as Bracken the Bard tells us the tale of the Steward of Smithton... 🔥 Enjoy this exclusive, never before heard story from the Oaths & Empires Archive, lovingly recorded by @jwcartwright.bsky.social, now available over on our Patreon! vist.ly/5d6qd

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

You didn't think we'd let Fan Art Thursday go past without some more of your gorgeous designs, did you? Enjoy today's gorgeous gallery, created by: 🖌️ Practicefortheheart 🖌️ StripedSentry 🖌️ Mousawott 🖌️ Virapatira *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

Four sketches of a character with long hair and pointed ears, labeled Solus the Healer.

A goat with a doll in its mouth and two elf heads above shouting 'NOOOO!!'.

Pencil sketch of a man with long hair in a bun and a beard, labeled Killian of Blackcrest.

Elf with silver hair and glasses in a pink fur coat holding a pen against a teal background.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Who wants some Oath's & Empires outtakes? Catch the moment Tom first puts a dice in Dice Jail, and more, over on our Patreon! vist.ly/5c9ei

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

*MINOR SPOILER WARNING AHEAD IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED EPISODE 17* What was Tom, Luke and Jasper's favourite moments from Chapter 1 of Oath's & Empires? And more importantly, what was YOUR favourite moment? Let us know in the comments 🫶 Keep your eyes peeled for some fun content coming your way 👀

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

You didn't think that was the end, did you? After closing the last page on Chapter 1 of Oath's & Empires, we caught up with Luke Dale about his thoughts, feels and the EMOTIONS of recording that last episode. *MILD SPOILERS AHEAD FOR ANYONE WHO HASN'T LISTENED TO EPISODE 17*

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🎨 Fan Art Thursday 🎨 The love for our players and NPCs just continues to grow! Chaper 1 has been so beautifully illustrated, so enjoy this gorgeous gallery, created by: 🖌️ Camilekaze 🖌️ Darkandstormyranger 🖌️ Ktwht 🖌️ Luigi *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

Illustration of a man with long hair tied up, wearing an orange sleeveless shirt and visible facial scars.

Two characters discuss something, one looking skeptical while holding a phone.

Crocheted toy figure in a judge's wig on a bookshelf with books.

Illustration of a person with long brown hair and pointed ears looking to the side.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

😱 ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT ON THE FORCE OF EXTINCTION BACKERKIT! 😱 Fancy getting your hands on some exclusive Force of Extinction goodies? Then what are you waiting for? Grab yourself at little treat over on: vist.ly/597xd

Promotional image for 'Force of Extinction' showing a bundle with a backpack, dice, cards, a character illustration, and game accessories.

Character from Force of Extinction alongside game materials and dice.

Cover of 'Force of Extinction' and a character illustration with special edition banner.

Character with short hair holding a weapon, 'Force of Extinction' title.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Enemies to bregrudging teammates to... friends? We love to see Anya, Killian and Solus' growth arc 🫶 Listen to episode 6 of Oaths & Empires on all major podcast platforms! vist.ly/58x67 🎧

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

A very Happy Father's Day from the Oaths & Empires team! In particular, Juno and Wren wanted us to shout out to their father Solus, in the only way they know how 🫶🤣 Art created by the incredibly talented @archetank 🫶 #fathersday

Fantasy characters with banners and merchandise at a campaign rally.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Kids say the darndest things! And Killian's about to find this out first hand 🤣 Listen to episode 6 of Oaths & Empires over on all major podcast platforms! vist.ly/575qf

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

You didn't think that was all the photos from our last Oaths & Empires photoshoot, did you? A massive thank you has to go out to the wonderful Abe, who took these beauties. We're looking forward to seeing the fan art they will inspire!

A man stands against a dark background with gold patterns, looking contemplatively into the distance. The soft lighting enhances a thoughtful and introspective mood.

A professional portrait of a man wearing a white polo shirt, set against a warm, brown backdrop. The subject is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

A man with a relaxed posture sits on an orange couch against a brown background. He exudes a calm and confident demeanor.

A man with short hair smiles while standing against a dark background with gold patterns. The atmosphere is casual and friendly.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🎨 Fan Art Thursday 🎨 The love for our players, NPCs and the GM just continues to grow! So enjoy this gorgeous fan art gallery, created by the talented: 🖌️ Virapatira 🖌️ MageLufaine 🖌️ Practicefortheheart 🖌️ Darkandstormyranger *All artwork has been shared with permission from the artists

An elf father braids his child's hair while she plays with a bow and arrow. Another child sleeps nearby holding a stuffed bunny. The scene is warm and familial.

A detailed digital illustration of a blue dragon with large wings, spikes, and a leather satchel. The image is signed by the artist in a stylized font.

A digital illustration of an elven character with white hair and a neutral expression. The artwork features a colored portrait and a sketch version on a muted pink background.

A set of four illustrated fantasy characters, each with distinct features and clothing styles, conveying a unique mood.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

In D&D, there's a special kind of tense that comes from your characters discovering than someone is breaking into the house that you just broke into. Especially when it's not the homeowner... 👀 Listen to episode 5 of Oaths & Empires over on all major podcast platforms! vist.ly/575qf

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Everyone has those D&D sessions where some members of the party are blessed by the dice gods, and others are... blessed with party members that are blessed by the dice gods 🤣 #oathsandempires 🎧 vist.ly/56h4s

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Episode 5 of Oaths & Empires has now dropped! Not dived into the world of the Isle of Veil yet? Catch up on the first five episodes of the series, now available on all major podcast platforms! 🎧vist.ly/55u29

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Killian goes to find the first witness, Old Man Hemlock. I'm sure he will be awake, alert, and clean enought to talk to right? RIGHT?! Listen to Chapter 1, Episode 4 of Oaths & Empires, now available on all major podcast platforms: vist.ly/55nni 🎧

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

🎨 Fan Art Thursday 🎨 The gorgeous artwork just keeps on coming! Our Travellers are the most talented bunch, so enjoy this gallery created by: 🖌️ Practicefortheheart on Tumblr 🖌️@stripedsentry 🖌️Jamebajules on Tumblr 🖌️MageLufaine 🖌️@ktwht 🖌️Darkandstormyranger on Tumblr 🖌️@camillekaze

Illustration of a woman with curly red hair embracing two smiling children. The mood is warm and affectionate, highlighting family bonds.

A whimsical illustration features two adventurous kids on top of a tank, with floral and skull designs, while two fantasy characters observe from behind.

An illustration depicting hands gently holding a rat against a blue background. The drawing focuses on the delicate handling of the animal.

A detailed illustration of a dragon with brown and green scales, adorned with a skull and pendant. The art style is fantastical with a focus on mythical themes.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The twins finally meet the Nobody Man - who's ready for the shenanigans that are bound to ensue? Listen to Chapter 1, Episode 4 of Oaths & Empires, now available on all major podcast platforms: vist.ly/54vu9 🎧 #oathsandempires

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

You may have spotted a few new photos around the Oaths & Empires Patreon over the last few weeks, so we thought we'd treat you to a whole galleries worth on this fine and pleasant day. We're looking forward to seeing the fan art they will inspire! See you in the dark, Travellers ⚔️

Three men stand closely together in a studio setting, showcasing a friendly and confident demeanor. The background has a decorative golden arch pattern, adding an elegant touch.

A portrait featuring two individuals standing closely, one in a green shirt and the other in a striped shirt. They appear confident and composed, set against a dark background with gold geometric patterns.

Two men standing back to back with serious expressions against a decorated wall. The image conveys a sense of confidence and partnership.

Three men stand in front of a patterned wall, all looking directly at the camera with serious expressions. The central figure stands with arms crossed, creating a confident pose.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS JOSE! 🎉 Your fantastic voice over will be used in an episode of Chapter 2 of Oaths & Empires later this year! A massive THANK YOU to everyone who entered, we were absolutely blown away by all your incredible clips - you definitely made it a very difficult choice 🫶

A dark-themed promotional image for the Oaths & Empires Monster Voice Over Competition announcement. The image features text overlay and a mysterious, atmospheric design.

Dark-themed artwork featuring the title 'Oaths & Empires' with a dramatic sword motif. The name Jose Lozada is prominently displayed beneath.

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Well well well, what do we have here? During the recording of Ch 1, the very talented Abe came down to our Air D&D and shot some gorgeous images of Tom, Luke and Jasper: vist.ly/543uj But don't worry, if you're willing to wait a little longer, we'll have them up over here... soon... 👀

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

When it comes to the twins, not even Solus would mess with Astrid... Listen to Chapter 1, Episode 2 of Oaths & Empires, now available on all major podcast platforms 🎧 vist.ly/42xpv #oathsandempires

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Gird yourselves fellow Travellers - whilstthe first three episodes have now been released on all major podcast platforms, you'll be thrilled to hear that Tom, @lukedale.bsky.social and @jwcartwright.bsky.social have finished recording the ENTIRETY of Chapter 1 of Oaths & Empires 🥳 #oathsandempires

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

⚔️ MILD SPOILER WARNING ⚔️ Still on the fence as to whether you should listen to Oaths & Empires? @lukedale.bsky.social is here to give you a sneak peek as to why you should enter the veil... 👀 Ep 8 drops on Patreon this Friday! #oathsandempires

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Oaths & Empires @oathsandempires.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

⚔️ MINOR SPOILER ALERT ⚔️ Can't wait until the next episode of Oaths & Empires to drop on all major podcast platforms? Here's a little something something to tide you over the next few days (ep 8 drops on Patreon Friday!) including a little insight into one NPC in particular... 👀 #oathsandempires

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