Cosmic Crit is a weekly Actual Play podcast centered on the new Starfinder RPG from Paizo. Listen to the shenanigans as a seasoned GM, a couple of noobs, and some RPG veterans explore the galaxy and fight monsters on behalf of the Starfinder Society. It's a little roleplay, a lot of natural 20s (we hope), and plenty of fun.
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Locked in combat with a ferocious Thresher Lord, the team battles for survival in a room dominated by a mysterious, goo-covered battery. Though dormant during the fight, the battery's true nature is revealed after a fiery explosion—unleashing a haunting secret bound within. What dark truths lie in the power of a soul battery, and how will they conf…
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The whisper of the unknown calls Asher and Skye deeper into the eerie caverns of Weydana-6, drawing them toward a mystery shrouded in danger. A desperate distress signal from Midnight Squad adds urgency to their mission, leading the team straight into the heart of the Swarm’s lair. As shadows stir and alien foes close in, survival hinges on quick t…
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In this action-packed episode of Cosmic Crit, some familiar faces from Season 3 rejoin the fray, bringing their skills and firepower to help battle the Swarm. The reunion stirs old memories and new tensions as these seasoned heroes face off against a relentless alien threat together. Will their combined might be enough to turn the tide, or has the …
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This week on Cosmic Crit, our heroes narrowly escape a derelict starship crawling with terrifying Swarm, only to face an even greater challenge: preventing an impending attack on their homeworld! Join us as we test out the Narrative Starship Combat rules, balancing strategy and desperation to keep the Swarm at bay.…
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The crew dives into part 4 of “It Came From the Vast!”, a Starfinder Society mission using the Starfinder 2E playtest rules. In the depths of space, a mysterious terror emerges—can our heroes survive this cosmic nightmare, or will they be lost to the stars?Von Cosmic Crit
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The crew dives into part 3 of “It Came From the Vast!”, a Starfinder Society mission using the Starfinder 2E playtest rules. In the depths of space, a mysterious terror emerges—can our heroes survive this cosmic nightmare, or will they be lost to the stars?Von Cosmic Crit
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The crew dives into part 2 of “It Came From the Vast!”, a Starfinder Society mission using the Starfinder 2E playtest rules. In the depths of space, a mysterious terror emerges—can our heroes survive this cosmic nightmare, or will they be lost to the stars?Von Cosmic Crit
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The crew dives into "It Came From the Vast!", a Starfinder Society mission using the Starfinder 2E playtest rules. In the depths of space, a mysterious terror emerges—can our heroes survive this cosmic nightmare, or will they be lost to the stars?Von Cosmic Crit
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In this nail-biting episode of Cosmic Crit, Redacted is left face-to-face with the menacing Bolaji creature, completely alone, while the crew races to access the computer containing vital intel. With time running out and danger looming, will Redacted survive the encounter, or will the Bolaji claim its next victim?…
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In this pulse-pounding episode of Cosmic Crit, our crew is deep in combat with a ferocious Bolaji swarm creature! As claws clash and spells fly, every move could mean the difference between victory and devastation. Can our heroes hold the line, or will the swarm overwhelm them? Tune in to find out!Von Cosmic Crit
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, our adventurers plunge into the enigmatic world of Shards of the Glass Planet using the brand-new Starfinder 2E playtest rules!Von Cosmic Crit
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, our adventurers plunge into the enigmatic world of Shards of the Glass Planet using the brand-new Starfinder 2E playtest rules!Von Cosmic Crit
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, our adventurers plunge into the enigmatic world of Shards of the Glass Planet using the brand-new Starfinder 2E playtest rules!Von Cosmic Crit
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, our adventurers plunge into the enigmatic world of Shards of the Glass Planet using the brand-new Starfinder 2E playtest rules!Von Cosmic Crit
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In this chilling episode of Cosmic Crit, the crew responds to a distress signal only to find a ghost ship filled with the bodies of the fallen. The sole survivor, barely clinging to life, warns of a monstrous "Thing" responsible for the carnage. As the crew cautiously explores the ship to retrieve crucial data on this unknown alien, they come face …
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, the crew faces a colossal crab that emerges from the icy depths, threatening their very survival. As they navigate the treacherous tundra, they stumble upon a mysterious magic bubble that offers an unexpected oasis of warmth and secrets waiting to be uncovered.…
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, the crew wraps up their tense showdown with the elusive Gray known as "Censored." With the clock ticking, they must race against time to thwart a catastrophic rocket launch that threatens to wreak havoc across the galaxy. Will they succeed, or is disaster inevitable?…
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, the team ascends the eerie stairwell of the launch bay, only to encounter a mysterious Gray named "Censored." This enigmatic figure, who claims to be an old acquaintance of [REDACTED], is bent on thwarting Operation Sharpwing by setting the satellite for a premature launch. Our characters must race against …
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In this gripping episode of Cosmic Crit, the crew prepares for the launch of Operation Sharpwing, an ambitious mission to deploy satellites that will revolutionize our colony's communication capabilities. Tensions run high as they navigate fraught negotiations with disgruntled labor and engineering unions, striving to secure the crucial workforce n…
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In this exciting episode of Cosmic Crit, our crew, now equipped with a brand-new starship, embarks on a journey to a multi-colony convention. Their mission: to persuade the brilliant Dr. Jan Vaun to join Veridian Colony and lend her expertise to Operation Sharpwing. As they navigate the complexities of inter-colony politics, they must use all their…
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In this intriguing episode of Cosmic Crit, the team returns to the moon's surface with Alyndra, the famed Starfinder Solarian, who unveils a shocking truth: the ancient ruins are merely a few hundred years old. After parting ways with Alyndra, they head back to Plaustov City, now leaderless and teetering on the brink of chaos. Back at Veridian Colo…
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, Oskana battles to keep her mind clear as the eerie remnants of the Skaedunar's influence linger. The team’s exploration of the Azlanti base leads to the discovery of Alyndra, a legendary Starfinder Solarian, ensnared in bands of energy. As they move to free her, a sinister vortex of smoke engulfs Oskana, tr…
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In this spine-chilling episode of Cosmic Crit, the crew delves deeper into the ancient Azlanti base, uncovering more mummified bodies along the way. As they enter a vast chamber, they face two menacing Azlanti ghosts and a mysterious, noxious creature lurking in the shadows—will they survive this haunting encounter?…
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In this thrilling episode of Cosmic Crit, our intrepid adventurers delve deeper into the ancient Azlanti base, navigating shadowy hallways in search of clues to unravel a millennia-old mystery. Their quest takes a perilous turn as they face off against relentless Azlanti clockwork automatons, guarding the secrets of the past with mechanical precisi…
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In this electrifying episode of Cosmic Crit, the Founding Five face off against a formidable ancient Azlanti clockwork construct, pushing their combat skills to the limit. Amidst the chaos, they uncover members of the long-lost expedition they've been desperately searching for.Von Cosmic Crit
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As the crew of Cosmic Crit ventures into uncharted territory in search of the lost expedition, they stumble upon an enigmatic archway bearing ancient Elven inscriptions, hinting at secrets long forgotten. Their curiosity piqued, they pass through the arch, only to find themselves transported to a moon of Golarion, where they encounter a surreal lan…
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"Venture into the heart of the jungle with Cosmic Crit Podcast's latest episode, where our adventurers stumble upon a hidden glade shrouded in mystery. As they ascend the ancient branches of a towering tree, they encounter the formidable guardian, a moonflower, in a battle that tests their mettle like never before. Don't miss the excitement as they…
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As our intrepid crew pursues the trail of the vanished expedition, they stumble upon a mysterious clearing adorned with vibrant purple bushes laden with golden berries. However, their awe is short-lived as they are ambushed by dromeiosorids, prehistoric predators lurking in the shadows, ready to strike. Can they survive this unexpected encounter an…
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As the Cosmic Crit crew follows the trail of the missing expedition, their search leads them to the shores of a tranquil lake, where signs of a struggle hint at darker mysteries lurking beneath the surface. But when a fearsome creature emerges from the depths, the team realizes they're not alone in their quest. With adrenaline-pumping action and he…
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As the crew of Cosmic Crit ventures beyond the bustling streets of Plaustov City, they embark on a perilous journey to locate a missing expedition, led by the enigmatic Oskana and accompanied by the renowned Solarian explorer, Alyndra Vallis. With secrets buried in the unforgiving terrain and dangers lurking in the shadows, they navigate treacherou…
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In the aftermath of a fierce battle with Tashtari laser wolves, the crew of Cosmic Crit hears a menacing growl emanating from a nearby cavern. Venturing cautiously inside, they encounter a pack of adolescent laser wolves, their eyes gleaming with both fear and aggression. After discovering the cavern of laser wolf adolescents, the crew of Cosmic Cr…
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In the next heart-pounding episode of Cosmic Crit, our daring crew ventures into the dense forests north of Plaustov to investigate strange occurrences among the local cattle. However, their mission takes a terrifying turn when they stumble upon a pack of rabid Tashtari laser wolves lurking in the shadows. With adrenaline pumping and laser rifles b…
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Join our intrepid adventurers as they embark on a gastronomic quest through the bustling streets of Plaustov, aiming to tackle the skyrocketing prices and dwindling supplies of essential food items. Their journey takes them from the verdant fields of Halgir Farms, where fresh produce awaits, to the depths of Sonnet-376's fishery, brimming with ocea…
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In the bustling streets of Plaustov City, the crew of Cosmic Crit finds themselves amidst a new wave of tension as a group of union workers from the lumberyards demands action from the acting leader, Zalni. With concerns of unchecked regulations, the team, led by Praedir, sets out to investigate suspicious gambling activities that seem to disadvant…
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As the dust settles in Veridian Colony, a new chapter unfolds in the cosmic saga. Six months have passed since the tumultuous events in Fishfair, and now they face a new challenge: a distress signal from Plaustov City. Oskana, the intrepid leader of an expedition, has vanished without a trace, leaving her people in disarray. With the stand-in leade…
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Join us for the conclusion of our Starfinder 2E playtest adventure with Gibert, Myles, Tyler, Seth, and Patrick.Von Cosmic Crit
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Join us for the continuation of our Starfinder 2E playtest adventure with Gibert, Myles, Tyler, Seth, and Patrick.Von Cosmic Crit
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In this episode of Cosmic CritPatrick, Tyler, Myles, Gibert, and Seth embark on an adventure among the stars, version 2! We're trying out Starfinder 2E, using the current playtest rules, and having a blast. Truthfully, Rebecca is writing these teaser notes and I have no idea what the guys got up to -- but from the sound of it, it was a raucous time…
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It's finally Founders' Day! The Founding Five are given the opportunity to do some self-reflection and make some changes. And some old friends of ours show up.Von Cosmic Crit
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Having determined that Fishfair is responsible for the attempts to destroy Veridian Colony, the Founding Five head south to accost Pavo Sotillo. But he proves difficult to locate. Will they be able to open the doors needed to defeat Pavo in time?Von Cosmic Crit
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With Namil Tanna's dead body outside their house, the Founding Five discover a text message sent to "Duo." They head to the center of town to check in on the set up for Founders' Day, but things take a turn for the worse when two of the colonists are infected by bodysnatcher slimes!Von Cosmic Crit
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The colony's sugar store has been depleted, leading our characters on a wild goose chase to track it down.Von Cosmic Crit
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It's not the first time a Cosmic Crit crew has encountered a Mountain Eel, but this one is all grown up and ready to tear them to shreds. Will the Founding Five have what it takes to take down the Eel for that sweet, sweet hide?Von Cosmic Crit
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The Founding Five decide to pay the colony to the south a visit, and they find the people and leaders of Fishfair to be quite suspicious.Von Cosmic Crit
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The Founding Five emerge from the caverns and return to the colony to celebrate Founders' Day. But they run into an old friend - Haltharia Grommin, the former botanist, who asks for their help in hiding from a corporate headhunter.Von Cosmic Crit
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With Redacted below, faced with four security bots, the rest of the Founding Five struggle to make their way down to help Redacted in their task. More mysteries abound in the strange Kasathan mission.Von Cosmic Crit
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Join us for the epic conclusion of our run-through of the Starfinder 2E playtest demo from PAX Unplugged 2023, with Jenny Jarzabski, senior developer at Paizo, as GM.Von Cosmic Crit
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Jenny Jarzabski, senior developer at Paizo, joins us for a very special episode of Cosmic Crit as we try out the Starfinder 2E playtest! This is the first time Starfinder 2E has been officially run in podcast form, and we're honored that Cosmic Crit got the chance to show it off! Listen in as Jenny GMs the Starfinder 2E demo module from PAX Unplugg…
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In the gymnatorium of the mission, the Founding Five find 2 squid-like creatures out to get them. Narrowly escaping their grasp, they continue their search and find themselves back where they started -- with an elevator to the basement.Von Cosmic Crit
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A creature composed of pinkish purple goo proves to be a formidable foe for the Founding Five. Will they survive or be gobbled up for good?Von Cosmic Crit
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