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354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle

354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle

Update: 2025-05-191
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The "Guilds and Goblins" podcast episode starts with an introduction and a movie trailer for "L.O. of Earth," followed by the introduction of the players: Lola Rabbit (Maristorm Tide), Zach Jamaloo (Scribno), and Scully (Pennypasta). They embark on a new adventure focused on stopping Cuthuncle's mischief in the video game world, Wentendo. The game master introduces the concept of "pacts"—small, achievable goals—as a strategy to overcome challenges. Listener "What If?" questions inspire the scenario: What if tacos made portals? What if cabinets turned into monsters? The players level up, gaining new abilities. They strategize entering Wentendo, using a taco portal. They encounter cabinet creatures, solve the mystery of their creation, and create a new portal using a three-bean beanstalk to reach Cartridge Ridge, concluding with a preview of the next adventure.

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Introduction, Game Start & Pact Concept

The episode begins with introductions, a movie trailer, and the players (Lola, Zach, and Scully) introducing their characters and goals. The concept of "pacts" (small, achievable goals) is introduced as a key strategy.

00:03:32
Listener Questions, Level Up & Wentendo

Listener "What If?" questions shape the scenario. Players level up and begin their adventure in Wentendo, using a taco portal to enter the game.

00:11:12
Cabinet Creatures, New Portal & Cartridge Ridge

The players encounter and overcome cabinet creatures, create a new portal via a beanstalk, and reach Cartridge Ridge, setting up the next episode.

Keywords

Pact (in goal setting)


A small, achievable goal used as a stepping stone to a larger objective. Promotes progress and reduces overwhelm.

Role-Playing Game (RPG)


A game where players create and develop characters, interacting within a fictional world. Focuses on narrative and collaborative storytelling.

Cuthuncle


A recurring mischievous character causing chaos in the game world.

Wentendo


A fictional video game world within the podcast's narrative.

Cabinet Creatures


Monsters created from kitchen cabinets, a unique enemy type in Wentendo.

Maristorm Tide


Lola Rabbit's character, an ocean dragon detective.

Guilds & Goblins


The name of the podcast.

Taco Portal


A portal created using tacos, a unique element of the game world.

Three-Bean Beanstalk


A magical beanstalk used to create a portal to Cartridge Ridge.

Cartridge Ridge


A unique game world within Wentendo.

Q&A

  • What is the main challenge faced by the players in this episode?

    Stopping Cuthuncle's chaos in Wentendo and utilizing "pacts" to achieve this larger goal.

  • What is the significance of the "pacts" the players make?

    "Pacts" represent a strategy for breaking down large tasks into smaller, manageable steps.

  • What are "cabinet creatures"?

    Monsters formed from kitchen cabinets, found in Wentendo.

  • How do the players travel to Wentendo?

    They use a taco portal and later a three-bean beanstalk.

  • What is the overall tone and style of the podcast?

    Lighthearted, creative, and collaborative, focusing on imaginative storytelling and problem-solving.

Show Notes

In Whentendo, the land of video games, the Cryptid Kids must track down Cthunkle and face a horde of disgruntled monsters. But what is the Colossal squidopus after this time? 


Lessons include: Making a small pact with yourself is more fun and less pressure than setting a huge goal; rushing through a game defeats the purpose of play!


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354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle

354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle

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