It’s the new year and a new month so it is time for a new monthly agenda. Given the announcements I made previously today, this agenda will be a lot shorter than previous agendas.

The big project of this month will be the premiere of the League of Dungeons and Dragons, the video series where I will make League of Legends champions as playable Dungeons and Dragons characters. The first video is expected on January 8 and it will be a fun video. Notes are done, script is done, and filming and editing are in progress.

I would now like to address the lack of a new entry from the Journal of Darius Ballester. This was due to me preparing for the premiere of the League of Dungeons and Dragons. I do hope to make up for it this month, and additionally, plan on publishing the first entry of the Journal of Runark as well. The Journal of Runark follows Runark, a half-orc ranger living in the Icewind Dale as he and his companions become heroes of the Ten Towns settlement.

Finally, general website improvement, along with adding in new content, is expected to take place as well throughout the month.

Let’s make 2021 a better year than 2020.

Until next time.

It’s the start of the new year and I am here with announcement regarding new and current content produced by me: books, podcasts, videos, and more. There are two notes that I would like to make before the announcements. First, on some of these projects, I may post a release date or period, but those are going to be tentative. As a college student approaching senior year, schoolwork is always going to be my priority over anything else. Secondly, I am someone who is inspired in the moment. What this means is that while this list is of projects I am already planning for, I may add more whenever inspiration strikes.

Books

Let’s start with the biggest projects first, and that would be the books I am writing. I label myself a podcaster and still do intend to do podcasts but it has always been my dream to be a writer. I have already written and published one book and intend to finish more to create a setting with an overarching story shown through multiple books.

The first book you can expect is the sequel to House of Virgil. Simon Crowley is back on another adventure, joined by old and new faces. With the looming threat of Virgil the Damned, the return of Darius Murdoch, and the arrival of the mythic Adept complicating the future of magicians, Simon will take a new approach to face these threats. The outline to the sequel has been finished and I have been writing the first few chapters. I can’t say much about the story aside from what I have already revealed, but it is going to be quite different from House of Virgil. At this time, I am aiming for a summer release, much like with House of Virgil.

Additionally, as it is my goal to create a shared setting, I am announcing a spin-off, tentatively called Vigilant, which will be the start of a trilogy of books that takes place in Simon’s home city, Santiago’s Shield. Vigilant is the story of Russell Downes, a teenager who is changed forever after a failed kidnapping attempt. Marked with inhuman powers, Russell must seek the help of the masked hero of Santiago’s Shield, Vigilant. Although Santiago’s Shield was first introduced in House of Virgil and is going to be again featured in the sequel, I wanted to write something that would really build the city while telling another story. For those of you who are worried about me overworking myself, let me reassure you: I have already written a good amount of Vigilant as a National Novel Writing Month project two years ago, and have an outline finished. The House of Virgil will take priority over Vigilant, so the expected release period is going to be winter, although I would not be surprised if it was 2022 instead.

Now, it may appear that these two stories have vastly different tones, and I would both agree and disagree with you. The adventures of Simon and Russell are not meant to be the same. But, as I have hinted at previously, I am writing about superheroes. Having been inspired by the comics and books, I’ve wanted to try to do the same, but with books. It will be interesting to see how this plays out but I am very much excited.

Podcasts

Given the website’s name, it’s only fitting that I talk about podcasts next. There’s not going to be a whole lot new projects but updates on current ongoing projects, so this will be a shorter section.

First off, after a small hiatus, Running Curse of Strahd will return this year, likely during February or March, with an episode covering the village of Vallaki. There’s a lot worth mentioning and I had to figure out how to divide it up, but I believe that what I am working on will be good. Where I go next remains to be seen but I am hoping to finish Running Curse of Strahd this year.

Running Curse of Strahd isn’t the only podcast series returning. Runt of the Litter and Mysteries of Baroque are long overdue for an update. I intend to arrange with my previous guest stars for these episodes, with the expected release date being during the first half of the year, before summer is over.

And speaking of the Choice of Games podcasts, I do intend to start and run more of those soon. I’m not sure when given how the current situation limits guests but I will either wait it out for better circumstances or figure out a new way to get it done. I might even just do one by myself.

Videos

Now, I did not expect for my biggest section to be on videos, but when you’re learning about how to make videos, it’s just something fun to make and share. I will provide an update on old video projects, both ongoing and previously announced, as well as announce some new projects that I am very excited about.

Let’s start with the only video I have right now, the Iron Man Challenge. It has been months since the last update, but everything has been recorded. It is only a matter of editing now. I expect for there to be a video to be posted sometime in the spring. Additionally, I will announce now that given that the Iron Man Challenge is over, I do plan on wanting to start a new World of Warcraft video series. I am not sure what it will be or when to expect it, but it’s coming.

Additionally, I did announce two video projects last year that did not come to be: an Overwatch gameplay video and a video of a stand-up comedy routine done during a talent show. Both of these should be posted sometime during the spring. All I have to say is regarding the Overwatch video, I’m just going to compile all of the gameplay events together rather than break them apart, so I will wait for the Archives event.

But onto the new projects, which I am excited for. Inspired by some of the Youtubers I watch online, and wanting to do something relating to Dungeons and Dragons but not having a group for a Let’s Play, I am announcing two new series: the League of Dungeons and Dragons, and Dungeons and Dragons and Warcraft. These two series will cover me making characters from League of Legends and World of Warcraft respectively as playable characters in Dungeons and Dragons. This is perhaps one of the most exciting projects I have and I have been working hard on notes. Recording and editing for the first episode of the League of Dungeons and Dragons is going to happen this week with the video released on January 8, the start of the new competitive season. The first episode of Dungeons and Dragons and Warcraft will be on February 19, the first day BlizzConline.

Writing

This section is different from the books section as it relates to the writing I post on this website for anyone to see. Aside from it being one of my more consistent projects, it is also one I hear that people enjoy, so I look forward to expanding on this section quite a bit.

To start off, the Journal of Darius Ballester will continue, and I intend to address the brief absence it went last month during the monthly agenda. Additionally, progress is being made with Gravoll’s campaign and I expect for the Expedition Log of Gravoll (or some equivalent in the event of his death) to become reality shortly.

What is most exciting about this project is the addition of three more series. The Tome of Kalvar will cover the story of a human wizard undergoing the events of Dungeon of the Mad Mage, with a tone that I expect to be quite similar to that of the journal entries found in House of Virgil. The Journal of Runark will cover a half-orc ranger surviving the arctic in Rime of the Frostmaiden. And finally, there is an untitled series that will cover the character for a new campaign I’m making that utilizes the published adventures of the Adventure’s League. I cannot say for sure when any of these will start being posted, other than that the Journal of Runark should be posted during January.

Website

To close off on the announcements, I wish to talk about the future of the website. This is not going anywhere but there is still a lot that needs to be done. The layout needs to be improved and I am still in the process of transferring old content onto the site.

I am also going to announce here rather than give a new section the addition of image galleries with photos taken by me. Over the last year, I have been taking pictures, and it turns out I have a talent for it. I haven’t posted them yet since I don’t know how to but that is going to happen this year as I learn how by improving on the website.

Conclusion

Not counting the projects started or announced last year, this means that there are two books, two video series, three writing series, and a general website improvement planned for this year. We’ll see how 2021 turns out but I will remain optimistic.

Until next time.

It’s the start of a new month and almost the end of the year, so it’s time for another monthly agenda.

Regarding National Novel Writing Month, I was unfortunately unable to finish my project for it this year. Schoolwork kept me busy and it’s likely going to be the same case until I graduate, not that I’ll stop trying of course. Additionally, at the moment, I am struggling to work with image galleries on the site, so posting pictures hasn’t been done yet either.

Good news is that I have been slowly uploading previous podcasts onto this site, and will continue to do so before the year is over. Additionally, any errors with previous podcasts and video has been fixed. I have encountered a small hurdle in that one of my audio files for one of the Running Curse of Strahd episodes is missing but that will be resolved shortly.

I intend to take it easy this month given the holidays. Aside from uploading remaining podcasts to the site, I only intend to publish another entry of the Journal of Darius Ballester. As for the Expedition Log of Gravoll announced sometime ago, that will be postponed briefly. I am not cancelling it yet as progress in that game is going along fine, but until I reach a point where I can be certain Gravoll will not die as a level one character, I do not feel comfortable publishing something that may end abruptly.

One final note that I would like to leave off is that on January 1, 2021, there will not only be a new monthly agenda. I intend to publish a post detailing confirmed and possible projects I intend for that year. I haven’t thought of a clever or witty title for what the post will be called but it will have a list of what I know I will get done over the year, as well as ideas that I am considering on doing and may finish if given enough time.

I am hopeful that next year will be an exciting year and am excited to announce just what I have in stored.

Until next time.

My mother, Dr. Charlsie Prosser, joins me to play through Runt of the Litter, as Paazret. Paazret lives as a thrall to the gryphon keepers. When she is given an a small gryphon egg from its mother, she has to see it hatched and raised to see if it is possible for a thrall to raise a gryphon. 

It’s the start of another month, and close to the end of the year. This will be a much shorter agenda.

To start off, National Novel Writing Month has started today. I am dedicating all of my time writing a new book. I have no clue if I will be able to succeed at NaNoWriMo this year. Last year, schoolwork overwhelmed me and I gave up, breaking a two-year streak. This year, the semester ends early, so if I survive all of my finals, it is possible.

I will still be trying to update my website during this time period. Specifically, I will be taking all of my podcasts on Anchor and hosting them here. I am currently running into some technical difficulties but we will just have to wait and see how those turn out in the free time I have. I know that the home page isn’t showing off any content at the moment, which is a problem that I will need to address among others.

There will be one more podcast I create this month, and afterwards, I will be taking a short break from podcasting. This will be due to focusing on the book and NaNoWriMo. But new content is planned. I mentioned it a long time ago if my memory serves correct, but I am also interested in posting photography on this site, so that will come up before the end of the year.

We’re winding down as the year closes, but I do have a lot of great plans for 2021.

Until next time.

I take on the Iron Man Challenge for the first time. With not-so-great gear, many disadvantages, and no dying, I have to see how far I can make it across Azeroth with Captain Ziellus, a blood elf paladin joined by his faithful companion and driver, Koak Hoburn.

Originally posted on site on November 29, 2019

My brother, Dr. Tony Prosser, joins me to play through Mysteries of Baroque, as Morgan de Winter. Morgan wakes up only to find that they have been dead for a year. Now, they must learn of what they’ve missed, aid their new friend, and work towards their vengeance on their killer. 

Only three months left until 2020 is over. I’m hoping 2021 can be better, but until then, let’s get with this month’s agenda.

I am proud to say that I am back to recording podcasts and have published some at Anchor. I am going to continue recording podcasts, and this month, I am going to get done with video editing to upload it. My overall goal this month is to have all of my online content, my videos and podcasts, stored on this website. I cannot guarantee access will be easy but they’ll be here, and that’s a start.

Unfortunately, despite what I said during last month’s agenda, I see no feasible way to have my radio show converted into a podcast. This is due to the fact that my show was pushed back to be later at night and I am now more tired during my show. I want to give a good performance with my podcasts and I don’t think it will work out. I still recommend that you follow me on Twitter to listen to the show live.

To make up for this project no longer happening, I will make two announcements now. The first is that I will be uploading a video of me performing stand-up comedy during a talent show. Now, while I do have some concerns about the video and how funny it is, I want to get myself as a comedian out there. The second is that I will be writing a currently untitled poetry book based on the writings I’ve written in college. This book will not be published until after I graduate, which will be a long time, but it is something to look forward to at least.

Finally, although it is a month away, National Novel Writing Month is coming this November, and I do intend to take part as I have in previous years. It was two years ago that I wrote the first draft of The House of Virgil for NaNoWriMo and I intend to write out a new idea. How this will affect my future book publishing and chronology has yet to be seen.

Let’s get through the rest of this year together. Take care.

Until next time.

With the summer coming to an end with the start of September, it’s time for a new monthly agenda.

There’s going to be some good news, and quite a bit of neutral or bad news. I will explain all of it in no particular order, but I am going to try to leave on some good news.

To start off, I will be working on the next entry of the Journal of Darius Ballester this week. The game he is a part of is done post by post on our own time, so it can be quite a bit slow at times. Once I post the next entry, I will have mostly caught up, because I only write these entries after the day ends for Darius. I will try to push the rest of the group to making new posts.

Regarding podcasts, it’s time to admit something that I have been in denial about for so long. I started out podcasts with me narrating choose your own adventure games for a guest player. That is something I still want to do but most of my plans for more games are likely not going to happen. The pandemic has made social distancing a priority, and many of the guests I had planned are graduating and moving on with their lives. I am hoping to find time to continue Mysteries of Baroque and Runt of the Litter, but for now, I am going to have to put most of these projects on hiatus.

However, that does not mean I am done with podcasts (I call myself Chance the Podcaster for a reason). My series, Running Curse of Strahd, will continue, with the next podcast expected to air later in the month. While episodes will be limited given that its based on an adventure module with a set ending, I likely will look into talking about other adventure modules afterwards, which will be announced when it is official.

Moving onto videos, there was a small delay in collecting footage when I received a new computer, but not only is that delay over, but there will be a better video quality with future videos (I still have some footage from my old computer I’ll be using but afterwards, it’ll all be new). Now that I have adjusted to college living, I am ready to return to the computer lab (practicing the rules in place to limit COVID exposure) and get to editing the Iron Man Series and Overwatch highlights.

With the website layout, my main focus will be getting all of my old and new content somewhere on this website. I will look into making the layout more easy to use in future months, especially when the semester break approaches.

As I said, I wanted to leave off on some good news, and that good news is the announcement of two new projects. The first is tentatively named Gravoll’s Expedition Log. It will be a series of writing entries made from the perspective of Gravoll, an orc fighter, as I play him through Tomb of Annihilation. As with the Journal of Darius Ballester, I will only write about a day’s events after the day is over, so I cannot give a time on when the first entry is up. Additionally, the dungeon master did warn me player death is very likely, and although I am confident, an early death would either cut the series short, or lead me to rebranding the series after a new character.

I am still working out the details of the second project, but I am going to talk about the background. I am enrolled in a radio program where I do get to have my own radio show. You can catch updates on The Tonight Show with Chance Prosser on my Twitter, such as when to listen. Given that this is a in-the-moment kind of deal, I am looking for a way for people who are busy to catch up on my show, and I’m thinking that it will be done in form of a podcast. I have no intention of just making a podcast showing the music I play (that would fall under copyright, I assume) but I am interested in taking my talking, when there is no music, and compiling it all together for a podcast. This is just a rough idea that I am hoping to test out, which could be as soon as next week.

2020 is almost over and I am glad for it, but I am going to keep up with the content for everyone to enjoy.

Until next time.