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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 12d

Shadow spreads to the west. Hope rises to meet it. The first and last great battle of this Age has begun. And Middle-earth will never be the same...

Relive our premiere in the VOD below!

WATCH HERE: twitch.tv/videos/2586508259?collection=qwPssUOVbBi3xw

The journey continues, next week...

The Fourth Age, Book 3 | Chp 1: What May Be Preserved - woundedwarriorproject on Twitch

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 7d

WE ARE LIVE WITH THE FOURTH AGE!

The Enemy has been delayed, for now. And the fellowship travel west, exhausted and spent. But as their search for allies begins in earnest, there are those who might not offer their help so freely...

WATCH HERE: twitch.tv/woundedwarriorproject

See you in chat!

Eona, a woman with tanned features, a stern jawline and long black braided hair, intertwined with golden scales. She carries a large gleaming sword and a heavy shield displaying two stylised dragons. She wears brown leather armour and steel pauldrons with fur lining, while a heavy green cloak drapes from her shoulders, and a pan flute hangs from her belt on red thread. She stands against a mountainous backdrop, as snow drifts before her.

In front of her are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Chapter Two: The Drums of War.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 14d

The Fourth Age stars:

- @blackgirlmage.bsky.social as Mistiel
- @causticphoenix.bsky.social as Eona
- @critbard.com as Iairen
- @estelofimladris.bsky.social as Aerlind
- @jwcartwright.bsky.social as Theodas
- @seum.bsky.social as Chicory Taproot

And @edwardspence.bsky.social as The Loremaster.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 14d

WE ARE LIVE WITH OUR PREMIERE!

The armies of the Dark Tree are on the move. Middle-earth will fall. And all that stands between the Reunited Kingdom and its ruin is a fellowship of six. But in the face of such shadow, is hope enough...?

WATCH HERE: twitch.tv/woundedwarriorproject

See you in chat!

Aerlind, a tall and handsome Elf with warm-toned, fair skin. He has deep black, straight hair that cascades down his back in a gentle wave, tied back with braids. He has monolid, warm amber eyes. He wears smart, finely made elven robes and leather armour in shades of sea blues and greens. A bow is slung over his shoulder, and in his hand he carries a golden astrolabe. He stands against a wide and warm coastline.

In front of him are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Chapter One: What May Be Preserved.”

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OMEGA “CB” JONES! @critbard.com · 15d

This is quite literally one of the coolest art pieces I've ever seen and have the honor of being a part of — I love this fellowship SO MUCH and it's gonna hurt when it all comes to an end.

But look how far we've come. It all comes down to this.

ALSO PEEP THE NEW CLOTHES FOR MY BOY! AAAAAH!

The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 15d

Tomorrow, The Fourth Age comes to an end...

The forces of The Dark Tree descend upon the Reunited Kingdom of Arnor and Gondor. And all that stand between this ancient evil and the ruination of Middle-earth are six heroes: a fellowship.

Our third and final season begins tomorrow, 12:30pm Pacific.

Six individuals stood together, looking down into a cloudy valley:

- Theodas. A muscular Elf with strong dark features, framed by a thick, greying beard, wearing a grey cloak over a dull golden chestpiece.
- Iairen. A human with handsome, dark features, his face framed with long brown hair with a soft kink to it, wearing a dark blue robe. He holds a spherical seeing-stone in his hands.
- Mistiel. An Elf with beautiful dark features and long white braids, wearing a hooded auburn cloak over dark leather armour.
- Eona. A woman with tanned features and long black hair, intertwined with golden scales, wearing heavy brown leather armour and a single steel pauldron with fur lining.
- Chicory Taproot. A Hobbit with delicate, pale features, and wavy brown hair, wearing a flowing purple dress, with white frills and an apron.
- Aerlind. A tall and handsome Elf with deep black, straight hair and elven robes in shades of sea blues and greens. In his hand he carries a golden astrolabe.

Above them are the words "The Fourth Age: Book Three" and below them "An original The One Ring adventure. October 7th, 12:30pm Pacific."

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Edward Spence | Attending PAX U @edwardspence.bsky.social · 15d

It's rare that my breath is literally taken away by a piece of artwork, but @jaspermillerart.com has managed to do just that; they have outdone themselves. What a remarkable image, conveying two seasons of growth, beauty and change.

Join us for our tale's end, premiering tomorrow at 12:30pm PT.

The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 15d

Tomorrow, The Fourth Age comes to an end...

The forces of The Dark Tree descend upon the Reunited Kingdom of Arnor and Gondor. And all that stand between this ancient evil and the ruination of Middle-earth are six heroes: a fellowship.

Our third and final season begins tomorrow, 12:30pm Pacific.

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Sam Seum 🤍🔜 PAX U @seum.bsky.social · 15d

NEW “The Fourth Age” art piece debut!!

Thank you always and forever to @jaspermillerart.com for how perfectly they’ve brought to life every scene painting of our characters in Middle-Earth. ;~;

The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 15d

Tomorrow, The Fourth Age comes to an end...

The forces of The Dark Tree descend upon the Reunited Kingdom of Arnor and Gondor. And all that stand between this ancient evil and the ruination of Middle-earth are six heroes: a fellowship.

Our third and final season begins tomorrow, 12:30pm Pacific.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 15d

Tomorrow, The Fourth Age comes to an end...

The forces of The Dark Tree descend upon the Reunited Kingdom of Arnor and Gondor. And all that stand between this ancient evil and the ruination of Middle-earth are six heroes: a fellowship.

Our third and final season begins tomorrow, 12:30pm Pacific.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 17d

The Fourth Age stars:

- @blackgirlmage.bsky.social as Mistiel
- @causticphoenix.bsky.social as Eona
- @critbard.com as Iairen
- @estelofimladris.bsky.social as Aerlind
- @jwcartwright.bsky.social as Theodas
- @seum.bsky.social as Chicory Taproot

And @edwardspence.bsky.social as The Loremaster.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 17d

Chicory Taproot (@seum.bsky.social) is a long way from home. And her Shire is in peril...

Carrying the fate of Middle-earth upon her shoulders - along with the light of Illuin within her staff - this unlikeliest of heroes will soon come to understand that secrets do not stay hidden forever...

A hobbit with delicate, pale features and wavy brown hair tied up with butterfly-shaped bows. She wears a flowing purple dress, with white frills and an apron, a brown backpack slung over her shoulder. In her apron is a bunch of blue chicory flowers, and in her hand she holds a staff, at the end of which hangs a large flower, in the centre of which sits a large pearlescent stone.

In front of her are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Seum is Chicory Taproot.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 17d

The producer behind WWP's Stream to Serve actual plays - including Shadows of Gotham, Paradise Lost, and Eden Falls - Twitch Ambassador @seum.bsky.social has been featured on KOllOK, @captainrobear.com's Stormforge, Meteorian Corps, and Vecna: Eve of Ruin.

Sam (pale freckled features, long wavy brown hair, light eyes, wearing a blue shirt with a white, flowery dress), leaning against a tree within a field of flowers, holding a blue chicory flower.

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Sam Seum 🤍🔜 PAX U @seum.bsky.social · 17d

I used to dream of this table and telling this story… Now it’ll forever been a core memory.

This hobbit has brought so much warmth to my soul. Diving into a world I’d never imagined I could actually feel apart of, this table makes feeling at home easy. 🤍

Now to practice my Irish accent again. 😅

The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 17d

Chicory Taproot (@seum.bsky.social) is a long way from home. And her Shire is in peril...

Carrying the fate of Middle-earth upon her shoulders - along with the light of Illuin within her staff - this unlikeliest of heroes will soon come to understand that secrets do not stay hidden forever...

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 19d

A trailblazer within the roleplay world, in addition to designing games such as Relic and Total Competition Island, @blackgirlmage.bsky.social's prowess as a GM and as a player can be seen on Sacred Machinations, Beyond the Brook, and @modiphius.bsky.social's Star Trek Adventures panel at Gen Con!

Lexi (dark brown skin, dark brown eyes, long black and grey hair, denim shirt and brown coat) stood outside on a snowy day, laughing and looking off into the distance.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 18d

Jack of all Trades and "master of like three of them," @critbard.com's impact is immeasurable, known for their appearances in @beadleandgrimms.com's Faster, Purple Worm! Kill Kill! and @swoleinitiative.bsky.social's Oops! All Himbos!, along with creating songs for @criticalrole.bsky.social!

Omega Jones (dark features, dark eyes, short black hair) stood against a blue background, smiling softly at the camera.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 19d

After fifty years of grief, with the help of her fellowship, Mistiel (@blackgirlmage.bsky.social) has bid farewell to her brother's soul.

But those responsible for his corruption are still out there, and even now, they descend upon Middle-earth. Can she save those loved ones who yet remain...?

An elf with beautiful dark features and long white braids, wearing a hooded auburn cloak over dark leather armour. Around her neck, she wears a simple necklace in which there is a small glass vial containing a single leaf, which hangs just above her bare, toned abdomen. An Elven sword hangs from her waist, as she stands against a snowy landscape. Snow swirls around her, as the Northern Lights flutter against the horizon.

In front of her are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Lexi McQueen is Mistiel.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 18d

For years, Iairen (@critbard.com) has wondered at his parentage. And now, he finally knows. The blood of the Istari runs through his veins...

Reunited with his father Pallando, Iairen returns from Rhûn a changed man. One willing to defend the people of Middle-earth with his burgeoning power...

A human with handsome, dark features, his face framed with long brown hair with a soft kink to it, his kind eyes looking out: one hazel, one blue. He wears a green robe with gold trim over a simple brown ensemble, with an orange scarf around his shoulders and a bow slung over his shoulders. Various satchels hang from his waist, as does a single wooden hummingbird. He stands against a grassy valley, as sun shines down from a blue sky above.

In front of him are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Omega Jones is Iairen.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 26d

"So we come to it in the end..."

The Fourth Age concludes, October 7th.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 22d

Host of riotous PvP show @d20deathmatch.bsky.social, @thegamehers.bsky.social award-winner, a Dungeon Master for Dream Hack, and Amelia in WWP's Eden Falls and Paradise Lost, Bec is a monumental voice within the space, and reprises her award-winning performance as Eona for Book Three!

Bec Godsey (olive skin, brown eyes, long blonde blue hair, white blouse) smiling at the camera, as she sits against a green backdrop.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 22d

The road goes ever on. And it is coming to an end...

Eona (@causticphoenix.bsky.social) is far from home. And as the forces of The Dark Tree spread westwards, all she holds dear stands on a precipice. Side by side with friends and old foes alike, can she triumph? Or will she lose everything...?

A woman with tanned features, a stern jawline and long black braided hair, intertwined with golden scales. She carries a large gleaming sword and a heavy shield displaying two stylised dragons. She wears brown leather armour and steel pauldrons with fur lining, while a heavy green cloak drapes from her shoulders, and a pan flute hangs from her belt on red thread. She stands against a burning building, ash and smoke floating all around her.

In front of her are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Bec Godsey is Eona.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 21d

Reprising his award-winning role from @happyjacksrpg.bsky.social's The Unsung Tales, @estelofimladris.bsky.social has built a reputation as an emotive, brilliant player, with beautiful performances as Xainan on @transplanarrpg.bsky.social and the Architect on @tendervicious.com.

Cai K (mixed-Japanese/European American individual, with chin-length dark brown and blonde hair, wearing a dark waistcoat over a white button-down shirt) looking out into the camera as they adjust the red and yellow tie around their neck.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 21d

Aerlind (@estelofimladris.bsky.social) has helped his friends slow The Dark Tree's march, thus buying their allies time.

But at what cost? For even now, the Enemy's eye falls upon the fellowship and beyond, to Aerlind's home of Mithlond. Where the white ships sail forth towards the Undying Lands...

A tall and handsome Elf with warm-toned, fair skin. He has deep black, straight hair that cascades down his back in a gentle wave, tied back with braids. He has monolid, warm amber eyes. He wears smart, finely made elven robes and leather armour in shades of sea blues and greens. A bow is slung over his shoulder, and in his hand he carries a golden astrolabe. A sunny beach rests behind him, with rocks poking out from beneath the sand.

In front of him are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Cai K is Aerlind.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 20d

A prolific performer and producer, @jwcartwright.bsky.social's contribution to the industry is incalculable. The CEO of @12sidedstudios.bsky.social, Jasper can also be seen over on Rotating Heroes, @dimension20.bsky.social's Burrow's End , and as GM for @criticalrole.bsky.social's Thresher!

Jasper (light brown features, short black beard and hair, dark brown eyes, wearing a black shirt, with a jagged white stripe over his left eye) grinning eagerly, sat within the polyhedral surroundings of the Dimension 20 dome.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 20d

For centuries, Theodas (@jwcartwright.bsky.social) has been chasing shadows. But now, thanks to the love of a Hobbit, he has dared seek out something new.

Hope.

But first, he must find his fellowship. Separated since Dale, their reunion might prove to be the key to saving Middle-earth once more...

A muscular elf with strong dark features and stern green eyes, his face framed by a thick, greying beard. Over one shoulder, he wears a grey cloak, and his large exposed arms are crossed over a dull golden chestpiece of interlocking bands. Satchels and a sword hang from his waist, as the moon glows between trees in the distance.

In front of him are the words “The Fourth Age: Book Three” and “Jasper William Cartwright is Theodas.”

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · 23d

A huge congratulations to @seum.bsky.social and @stellaluna.tv for their well-deserved win at @njwebfest.bsky.social yesterday! Thank you to the judges, and as ever to the entire team over at @tabletopartsfund.org for making this awards journey possible.

Golden laurels around the words "New Jersey WebFest: Best Overlay Design Actual Play Video - Winner 2025". This sits over artwork of two pairs of legs walking over a grassy and misty mountain.

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The Fourth Age | Book Three @calltoadventure.bsky.social · Aug 26

WE ARE LIVE WITH PARADISE LOST!

In the wake of the spreading techno-plague, the group flee to San Francisco. But as they search for both family and the mysterious Hollow Network, forces from Washington, D.C. conspire against America's future...

twitch.tv/woundedwarriorproject

See you in chat!

Two individuals, stood next to one another.

- Amelia Oliver: A short individual with lightly tanned skin, her round black-rimmed glasses framing equally round features. Her black hair is done up in two spherical buns, the right of which is pierced with pencils. She wears a green checkered shirt, over which a torn green jacket reveals muscular, scarred arms. A brown satchel full of books is slung over her left shoulder.
- Drake Lee: A tall individual with lightly tanned skin, his handsome features framed with long black hair tied messily up, a cocky smile over his scarred face. A chain necklace sits over a plain white t-shirt, over which he wears a long black duster. Thick muscular arms are crossed over his chest, one of which is covered in intricate tattoos, and from his waist hangs a katana.

Above them are the words “Paradise Lost: An Original The Electric State Adventure” and beside them are the words “Episode Two: Song 2”

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