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All the twists and turns of an episode of Critical Role in half the time! In Critical Role Abridged, the rich tapestry of a Critical Role campaign is lovingly distilled to its most pivotal, hilarious, and poignant moments in about 60-90 minutes per episode. We start with Campaign 3: Bells Hells.
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- 3 days ago1h 16m
Cages | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 103
Bells Hells seek a way to cut Delilah's puppet strings once and for all...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Pâté de Rolo" art by Bree Williams || @larkspurns"Keyleth, the Voice of the Tempest" and "Pike Trickfoot" art by Jonah Walker || @galacticjonah"Vasselheim" art by Kent Davis || @idrawbagman"Grog Strongjaw" art by Wesley Griffith || @wesley_griffithAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Paul FoyderStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- 2 weeks ago1h 11m
Downfall: Part Three - B | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 101B
All of the Divine planning and improvising comes to a head in the final battle within Aeor's underbelly...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Beauty and Destruction" art by Lap Pun Cheung || @lappuncheung"Slitch" art by Payton Keo Lacebal || @paytonkeoart"The Lawbearer" art by Cael Lyons || @kingcaelAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Paul Foyder & Garrett AlvordStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- 3 weeks ago55 min
Downfall: Part Three - A | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 101A
All of the Divine planning and improvising comes to a head in the final battle within Aeor's underbelly...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Emergency in Aeor" art by Clara Daly || @eldritchblepAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Paul Foyder & Garrett AlvordStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- May 5, 20261h 25m
Downfall: Part Two | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 100
The Divine continue their infiltration of Aeor, looking deeper into the city's flaws and virtues as they seek out the center of its hubris...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Slitch" art by Payton Keo Lacebal || @paytonkeoart"The Arch Heart," "The Everlight," "The Dawnfather," "The Wildmother," and "The Matron of Ravens" art by Cael Lyons || @kingcaelAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Garrett Alvord & Paul FoyderStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- Apr 28, 20261h 23m
Downfall: Part One | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 99
In the midst of a lull in the Calamity, a group of powerful individuals embark on a divine mission to the flying city of Aeor...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"City of Aeor" art by Clara Daly || @eldritchblepAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Garrett Alvord & Paul FoyderStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- Apr 21, 20261h 19m
The Nox Engine | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 98
Live at the Greek Theatre! Bells Hells battle the creeping terror of an unleashed demon, but their own darkest thoughts may prove to be the real enemy...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Cyrus Wyvernwind" art by Cris Trinci || @galaxybandit"Teven Klask" art by Tyler Walpole || @tylerwalpole"Flesh and Chains" art by Clara Daly || @eldritchblepAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Paul FoyderStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- Apr 14, 20261h 8m
Ancient Sins | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 97
Bells Hells encounter Aeorian terrors as they explore the ruined city and seek out the wrinkle in Ludinus' plans...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide"Pate de Rolo" art by Bree Williams || @larkspurns"Flesh and Chains" art by Clara Daly || @eldritchblep"Teven Klask" art by Tyler Walpole || @tylerwalpole"Cyrus Wyvernwind" art by Cris Trinci || @galaxybanditAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Garrett AlvordStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
- Apr 7, 20261h 5m
Shadows New and Old | Critical Role Abridged | Campaign 3, Episode 96
Bells Hells work to fortify their bonds and friendship in the face of darkness before engaging in a whirlwind of travel stops on the way to Aeor...BEACON We’re excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You’ll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord."It's Thursday Night (Critical Role Theme Song)" by Peter Habib and Sam RiegelOriginal Music by Omar Fadel, Hexany Audio, Ghiya Rushidat, Karam Salem, Neal Acree, and Colm R. McGuinness"Welcome to Marquet" Art Theme by Colm McGuinnessAdditional Music by Universal Production Music, Epidemic Sounds, and 5 AlarmCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguideAnimated Introduction by Kamille Areopagita, Kevin Areopagita, Mark Adams and Peggy Shi Critical Role Abridged Production CreditsProducer: Kirby WinslowEditor: Garrett AlvordStory Editor: Carley SteichenAdditional Editing and Animation: Max SchapiroPost- Production Coordinator: Bryn Hubbard and Garrett AlvordSupervising Editor: Will LambornAssistant Editor: Kate JohnsonRe-recording Mixer: Chris WillmottLore Keeper: Dani CarrJr. Lore Keeper: Jared DeiroArt Director: Aaron MonroyGraphic Designer: Jordyn TorrencePost-Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHead of Production: Vinnie SinghCreative Director: Marisha RayFollow us!Website: https://www.critrole.com Newsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalrole Twitter: https://twitter.com/criticalrole Instagram: https://instagram.com/critical_role TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole #CriticalRole #BellsHells #DungeonsAndDragons
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All the twists and turns of an episode of Critical Role in half the time! In Critical Role Abridged, the rich tapestry of a Critical Role campaign is lovingly distilled to its most pivotal, hilarious, and poignant moments in about 60-90 minutes per episode. We start with Campaign 3: Bells Hells.
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