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Desperate Measures

January 28, 2016

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After fending off one of the attacking dragons, the party takes refuge in their keep, and a potentially dangerous solution to the dragon problem causes a rift between the members of Vox Machina.

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Critical Role: Season 1 - 90 Episode s

1x1 - Arrival at Kraghammer
March 12, 2015
Our heroes, Vox Machina, travel to the underground, dwarven city of Kraghammer to find the halfling paladin Lady Kima of Vord.
1x2 - Into the Greyspine Mines
March 19, 2015
Vox Machina vows to put an end to a dark power in the bowels of the earth. The party gears up and ventures into the Greyspine Mines.
1x3 - Strange Bedfellows
March 26, 2015
Vox Machina finds a camp of enemies and lures them into an illusion. Soon after, Vex and Keyleth delve into a chasm and discover an unlikely ally.
1x4 - Attack on the Duergar Warcamp
April 2, 2015
Vox Machina forms an alliance with Clarota, an Illithid that also wishes to destroy K'varn, who is oppressing his people. To continue, the party must bypass the Duergar camp controlled by the mind flayer they saw previously.
1x5 - The Trick About Falling
April 9, 2015
After their success at the warcamp and their victory over the bulette, Vox Machina takes to the air to make their escape and delve deeper into Khaloor in search of Lady Kima. The quest continues to become more dangerous with every step.
1x6 - Breaching the Emberhold
April 16, 2015
Vox Machina make their way further downward, far below Kraghammer. Through a cavern of obsidian spires, they travel to where Lady Kima is being held: Emberhold. The group manages to sneak in through a secret entrance to help her escape.
1x7 - The Throne Room
April 23, 2015
Vox Machina has rescued Kima, and she has made a grudging alliance with Clarota to defeat K'varn. Tiberius devises a clever plan to confront the dwarven King of Emberhold, but their fight comes at a price.
1x8 - Glass and Bone
April 30, 2015
After their battle with the Duergar King and Queen, Vox Machina is in bad shape. Tiberius and Kima are stone, Vax and Scanlan are injured, and the Queen has kidnapped Grog. The party rests before they continue to meet a new abomination.
1x9 - Yug'Voril Uncovered
May 7, 2015
Tracking down Grog, Vox Machina finds a out more about K'varn. The party then finds their way to a stone island near the city of Yug'voril and takes to the water. The group soon looks for trouble and finds it easily.
1x10 - K'varn Revealed
May 14, 2015
Drawing closer to the city of Yug'voril, the party decides to have Keyleth use a spell to uncover the truth about what K'varn really is. *A Q&A with the cast follows regular game play.
1x11 - The Temple Showdown
May 21, 2015
The party formulates a plan to finally confront and defeat K'varn "The Mad Beholder".
1x12 - Dungeons & Dragons Campaign Tips
May 28, 2015
The main story takes a break this week, as Matt gives tips for new Dungeons and Dragons players, as well as beginning the legend of Vox Moronica.
1x13 - Escape from the Underdark
June 4, 2015
With K'Varn defeated, a betrayal forces Vox Machina to flee Yug'voril and the Underdark.
1x14 - Shopping and Shipping
June 11, 2015
Vox Machina and the Council of Tal'Dorei decide how best to dispose of the Horn of Orcus. The team then heads off to acquire some magical gear from their old friend (and corporate sponsor) Gilmore.
1x15 - Skyward
June 25, 2015
In preparation for transport to the holy city of Vasselheim, the Horn of Orcus is sealed within a holy vessel supplied by the followers of Bahamut. Vox Machina defends their Skyship from a small party of Wyvern and Griffin riding pirates.
1x16 - Enter Vasselheim
July 2, 2015
Lady Kima and Vox Machina arrive in Vasselheim. High Bearer Vord asks for assistance in clearing the Platinum Sanctuary's vaults and sealing the Horn of Orcus within.
1x17 - Hubris
July 23, 2015
Pike leaves the group to restore the temple of Sarenrae. Grog faces off against a powerful opponent in the Crucible. The team rushes off to slay a Hydra attacking the walls of Vasselheim.
1x18 - Trial of the Take: Part 1
July 30, 2015
To avoid judgment for illegally hunting a Hydra near Vasselheim, the team attempts to join the "Slayer's Take". The team is split - with Vex, Percy, Scanlan and Grog gaining some new allies as they set off to hunt a vicious white dragon.
1x19 - Trial of the Take: Part 2
August 6, 2015
Fighting their way past blizzards, frost giants, and up an icy mountain cavern, the trial party comes face-to-face with the monstrous white dragon Rimefang.
1x20 - Trial of the Take: Part 3
August 13, 2015
While half of Vox Machina hunts a white dragon, the other half is sent to destroy an elusive Rakshasa. Vax, Keyleth and Tiberius are joined by the mysterious Brother Kashaw and the curmudgeonly Thorbir.
1x21 - Trial of the Take: Part 4
August 20, 2015
With the Rakshasa's identity revealed, the team continues their pursuit, fighting their way through monsters, spirits and a river of acid.
1x22 - AraMente to Pyrah
August 27, 2015
After successfully completing their trials, Vox Machina is inducted into the Slayer's Take. The team then sets out with an apprehensive Keyleth toward Pyrah, home of the Fire Ashari.
1x23 - The Rematch
September 10, 2015
Grog returns to The Crucible for a rematch with Kern. Scanlan and Vex break Tiberius and Keyleth out of jail. Percy goes shopping.
1x24 - The Feast
September 17, 2015
Percy reveals a bit of his past after Vox Machina is invited to a feast celebrating the arrival of Lord and Lady Briarwood.
1x25 - Crimson Diplomacy
September 24, 2015
The team desperately tries to rescue Vax from Lord and Lady Briarwood. A mysterious tiefling wizard reveals herself and jumps to Vox Machina's aid.
1x26 - Consequences and Cows
October 1, 2015
Vox Machina's actions following their battle with the Briarwoods causes Uriel to question whether they are the heroes they claim to be. Removed from the city council, they attempt to repair their reputation by aiding a nearby cattle farm.
1x27 - The Path to Whitestone
October 8, 2015
Vox Machina defends their witness from both Percy and invisible assassins. When Seeker Asum suggests that Uriel might be under the Briarwood's control, and that a fair trial may not be possible, the team decides to travel to Whitestone.
1x28 - The Sun Tree
October 15, 2015
Vox Machina battles a serpentine Behir. The team slips into Whitestone and discovers a horrific message waiting for them at the Sun Tree.
1x29 - Whispers
October 22, 2015
Vox Machina attacks the cruel Sir Kerrion Stonefell in an effort to inspire the citizens of Whitestone to rebel against the Briarwoods.
1x30 - Stoke the Flames
October 29, 2015
Vox Machina reaches out to the Whitestone resistance. Percy learns more about the fate of his sister Cassandra.
1x31 - Gunpowder Plot
November 5, 2015
Vox Machina continues to move against the new nobles. Scanlan creates a ballad-worthy diversion.
1x32 - Against the Tide of Bone
November 12, 2015
With the rebellion in full swing, the Briarwoods send a seemingly endless army of undead to quell the unrest. A familiar looking avatar of Sarenrae arrives to aid the party.
1x33 - Reunions
November 19, 2015
Vox Machina sneaks into Castle Whitestone in search of the Briarwoods and Cassandra De Rolo. The team recruits an unlikely ally.
1x34 - Race to the Ziggurat
December 3, 2015
Brother fights sister as Vox Machina battles the Briarwoods deep underneath Whitestone.
1x35 - Denouement
December 10, 2015
Vox Machina helps Percy face his personal demons.
1x36 - Winter's Crest in Whitestone
December 17, 2015
The Briarwoods defeated, Vox Machina takes some time off from rebuilding Whitestone to participate in the Winter's Crest festival.
1x37 - A Musician's Nostalgia
January 7, 2016
Vox Machina presents themselves to Emperor Uriel, and then heads into the city to capture Riskel Daxio. Scanlan bumps into his old band, Dr. Dranzel's Spectacular Traveling Troupe.
1x38 - Echoes of the Past
January 14, 2016
Kaylie reveals her intent to the unsuspecting Scanlan. Vox Machina agrees to investigate the former residence of General Krieg.
1x39 - Omens
January 21, 2016
Vox Machina tangles with some monstrous worms while investigating Brimscythe's cavern. An evil artifact speaks to Grog. Emperor Uriel gives an important announcement in the Cloud Top District.
1x40 - Desperate Measures
January 28, 2016
After fending off one of the attacking dragons, the party takes refuge in their keep, and a potentially dangerous solution to the dragon problem causes a rift between the members of Vox Machina.
1x41 - In Ruins
February 4, 2016
Vox Machina ventures into Emon in search of Gilmore, Uriel, and any surviving allies within the city's ruined walls. Along the way they make a new ally, Garthok of the Clasp.
1x42 - Dangerous Dealings
February 11, 2016
Vox Machina tries to secure an alliance with the Clasp. Following their meeting, the adventurers make a difficult decision regarding their home.
1x43 - Return to Vasselheim
February 18, 2016
Seeking aid against Thordak, Vox Machina visits the leaders of Vasselheim. Allies rally to the team, and lore is acquired as they visit the Slayer's Take, the Platinum Sanctuary, and the Temple of Kord.
1x44 - The Sunken Tomb
March 10, 2016
Vox Machina finds itself deep within a lost shrine to the Raven Queen in search of an artifact that may help them defeat the Chroma conclave. But more danger lurks within the shrine than they could possibly be prepared for.
1x45 - Those Who Walk Away...
March 17, 2016
An exhausted Vox Machina spends some time hashing out their pent up frustrations and examining their spoils of victory. They then journey to the Fire Ashari, hoping to find survivors of the red dragon's escape from the fire plane.
1x46 - Cindergrove Revisited
March 24, 2016
Vox Machina joins forces with an eccentric candlemaker to help seal the rift between their world and the fire plane.
1x47 - The Family Business
March 31, 2016
Vox Machina return to Westruun, and learn that an unexpected nemesis has taken up residence inside the city.
1x48 - Into the Frostweald
April 7, 2016
To find out more about the Vestiges, Vox Machina travel to the Frostweald to find the Sphinx's lair, but encounter familiar dangers along the way.
1x49 - A Name is Earned
April 14, 2016
To obtain important information about the Vestiges, Vox Machina must pass a series of deadly tests and earn the respect of the Sphinx.
1x50 - Best Laid Plans...
April 21, 2016
In their 50th episode, Vox Machina creates a plan to infiltrate Westruun to retrieve the Vestige within and Grog learns the true strength of Craven Edge.
1x51 - Test of Pride
April 28, 2016
Scanlan deals with a surprising reunion. Meanwhile, the rest of Vox Machina push further into Westruun in order for Grog to challenge his Uncle Kevdak to single combat.
1x52 - The Kill Box
May 5, 2016
When Grog struggles to beat Kevdak by himself he calls the rest of the team to action, sparking a ferocious and bloody battle.
1x53 - At Dawn, We Plan!
May 12, 2016
Vox Machina reach an uneasy truce with former enemies. They use this moment to look for Pike's great-grandfather Wilhand. Tasked with finding an artifact for Quall, they go to his former workshop. Plans are made to make a plan, at dawn.
1x54 - In the Belly of the Beast
May 19, 2016
Vox Machina start to put a plan together to fight the ancient black dragon. Taking stock of their surroundings, Percy tries to cobble together a dragon trap, while Vax, Vex, and Scanlan discuss a last ditch plan for Scanlan to give the dragon intestinal discomfort. Meanwhile, Grog finds an old friend.
1x55 - Umbrasyl
June 2, 2016
As Umbrasyl attempts escape with Scanlan, Vax and Grog still battling from their respective places within and atop the dragon, the rest of Vox Machina desperately try to keep up and take down their first dragon of the Chroma Conclave.
1x56 - Hope
June 9, 2016
Fearing retribution from the Chroma Conclave for killing Umbrasyl, Vox Machina helps the surviving villagers of Westruun to build an underground bunker.
1x57 - Duskmeadow
June 16, 2016
With Westruun now liberated, Vox Machina makes a short trip to Vasselheim for Vax to keep his promise to the Raven Queen. Once concluded, they proceed to Whitestone for rest, but are they truly safe there?
1x58 - A Cycle of Vengeance
June 23, 2016
When Gilmore is revealed to be Hotis in disguise, Vox Machina attempt to fend off the Rakshasa's assassination attempt.
1x59 - The Feywild
July 7, 2016
Vox Machina travel to the mystical plane of the Feywild in search of another Vestige. When they meet a potential guide, Vex and Vax agree to a deal that they soon regret.
1x60 - Heredity and Hats
July 14, 2016
To fulfill their pact with the satyr Garmelie so that he will guide them to the Shademirk Bog, Vox Machina travel to the plane-shifted city of Syngorn to meet with Vex and Vax's father.
1x61 - Denizens of the Moonbrush
July 28, 2016
Garmelie guides Vox Machina through a dark forest known as the Moonbrush, but the group soon finds trouble with its inhabitants.
1x62 - Uninviting Waters
August 6, 2016
Now free of the Moonbrush, Vox Machina continues towards the Shademirk Bog, but the rivers of the Gilded Run surround their destination and are more dangerous than they first appear.
1x63 - The Echo Tree
August 11, 2016
The group arrives at the hollow tree, only to find the bow's previous owner still lives. Will Vex be willing to accept his offer for it though?
1x64 - The Frigid Doom
August 18, 2016
Vox Machina continue their quest to rid the world of the Chroma Conclave by scouting the lair of the White Dragon in Draconia. There they are forced to bid a final farewell to a brave old friend.
1x65 - The Streets of Ank'Harel
August 25, 2016
With a two week time limit in place for their return to Draconia, Vox Machina make their way to the desert city of Ank'Harel to find another vestige to further even their odds against the dragons.
1x66 - A Traveler's Gamble
September 8, 2016
Vox Machina must fight against a powerful opponent to prove their worth to a potential new ally. Afterwards, they head to the casino for Scanlan to complete his spice deal.
1x67 - The Chase to Glintshore
September 15, 2016
Vox Machina make preparations to set out and track down Dr. Ripley after determining that she has been hunting the remaining vestiges for herself.
1x68 - Cloak and Dagger
September 22, 2016
After tracking Dr. Ripley and her team to the centre of the island, Vox Machina decides to strike. As the fight drags on, some of them begin to fear that not all of them will walk away from this battle unscathed...
1x69 - Passed Through Fire
September 29, 2016
After defeating Dr. Ripley, Vox Machina rush to Whitestone for Pike to resurrect Percy, but Orthax interrupts the ritual. Events continue to turn from bad to worse as the Whitestone spy finally emerges.
1x70 - Trust
October 6, 2016
Raishan attempts to pursuade Vox Machina to help her take down Thordak, but they are understandably distrustful. After a tenuous agreement is met, the group undertakes thorough research into a fiend as they develop a plan to kill Vorugal.
1x71 - Vorugal
October 13, 2016
Vox Machina, accompanied by Lady Kima, return to Draconia to enact their daring plan to take down Vorugal.
1x72 - The Elephant in the Room
October 20, 2016
With Vorugal now slain, Vox Machina set about gathering money and items from his treasure horde. Keyleth tests her new Vestige, Grog gifts Kima with a new weapon and Vex finds a quiet moment to open up to Percy.
1x73 - The Coming Storm
October 27, 2016
Vox Machina meet with Allura, Cassandra and the rest of the council to create a plan to finally retake Emon from Thordak. Vax tries to make amends with Gilmore and Kynan in case he doesn't return.
1x74 - Path of Brass
November 3, 2016
Vox Machina travel to Fort Daxio and help the remaining soldiers to prepare for Thordak's attack. Once complete, and with time to spare as they wait for reinforcements, they continue on to the fire plane to search for the final Vestige.
1x75 - Where the Cards Fall
November 10, 2016
Having befriended two of the fire plane's denizens and enlisting their help, Vox Machina now need to deal with the fire giants to get the vestige. In the end, their fate comes down to the luck of the draw.
1x76 - Brawl in the Arches
November 17, 2016
After Scanlan lost the card game to the Fire Giant, Juuraiel, they have now become her slaves. To win their freedom, as well as the Vestige, they must now kill a pit fiend who holds a high position within the city.
1x77 - Clash at Daxio
December 1, 2016
Having returned from the Fire Plane to find Fort Daxio under siege by Thordak's forces, Vox Machina plunge into the fray in the hopes of retaking their rally point.
1x78 - The Siege of Emon
December 8, 2016
Vox Machina, with the help of Zahra and Kashaw, make their final preparations and create a battle plan before beginning the siege of Emon.
1x79 - Thordak
December 15, 2016
After months of questing for the powerful Vestiges of Divergence and hunting down the other members of the Chroma Conclave, Vox Machina finally battle with Thordak, the Cinder King atop the ruins of Emon's cloudtop district.
1x80 - Raishan
January 5, 2017
Vox Machina fight Raishan in Thordak's lair, but with their wounds still fresh from their previous battle, are they strong enough to stop her?
1x81 - What Lies Beneath the Surface
January 12, 2017
After Raishan absconded with two of the eggs and Thordak's body, Vox Machina return to Whitestone to scry and research her location with the assistance of Allura and Kerrek.
1x82 - Deadly Echoes
January 19, 2017
Vox Machina travel to the island where Raishan is hiding, but to reach her they must navigate the deadly ancient traps left by the necromancer who once called this place home.
1x83 - The Deceiver's Stand
January 26, 2017
Vox Machina find and attack Raishan, who is attempting a dangerous ritual with Thordak's body.
1x84 - Loose Ends
February 2, 2017
Vox Machina attempt a resurrection spell on Scanlan with his daughter's help. Following their efforts, they then transport themselves to Vasselheim to keep their promise to Senokir.
1x85 - A Bard's Lament
February 9, 2017
Grog must fight against Earthbreaker Groon in a rematch to show how much he has learned since their last encounter. Upon their return to Whitestone, Scanlan has woken from his coma, but he has bad news for the rest of the group.
1x86 - Daring Days
February 16, 2017
As they lament over the loss of Scanlan, Vox Machina continue to finish off their remaining side-quests whilst learning more about their new companion, Taryon Darrington.
1x87 - Onward to Vesrah
February 23, 2017
Vox Machina board a ship to take them to the Water Ashari for Keyleth to complete her Auramente, but their route is known to contain many dangers.
1x88 - Tangled Depths
March 2, 2017
Keyleth leads Vox Machina into the depths of the ocean to cross over into the water plane and recover three load-stones from a kraken.
1x89 - Curious Tides
March 9, 2017
Pike is summoned in her astral form to revive Vax after a battle with the kraken goes sour. During the ritual, Vex makes a desperate deal with the Raven Queen for her brother's life.
1x90 - Voice of the Tempest
March 16, 2017
After a nights rest at Grey Skull Keep, Vox Machina set out to Vasselheim to research the Nine Hells and Orcus. With their work done, the ladies buy new gowns for Keyleth's Auramente ceremony.

Critical Role: All seasons

S1: Campaign 1
115 Episode s
S2: Campaign 2
0 Episode
S3: Campaign 3
0 Episode

1x1 - Arrival at Kraghammer

1x2 - Into the Greyspine Mines

1x3 - Strange Bedfellows

1x4 - Attack on the Duergar Warcamp

1x5 - The Trick About Falling

1x6 - Breaching the Emberhold

1x7 - The Throne Room

1x8 - Glass and Bone

1x9 - Yug'Voril Uncovered

1x10 - K'varn Revealed

1x11 - The Temple Showdown

1x12 - Dungeons & Dragons Campaign Tips

1x13 - Escape from the Underdark

1x14 - Shopping and Shipping

1x15 - Skyward

1x16 - Enter Vasselheim

1x17 - Hubris

1x18 - Trial of the Take: Part 1

1x19 - Trial of the Take: Part 2

1x20 - Trial of the Take: Part 3

1x21 - Trial of the Take: Part 4

1x22 - AraMente to Pyrah

1x23 - The Rematch

1x24 - The Feast

1x25 - Crimson Diplomacy

1x26 - Consequences and Cows

1x27 - The Path to Whitestone

1x28 - The Sun Tree

1x29 - Whispers

1x30 - Stoke the Flames

1x31 - Gunpowder Plot

1x32 - Against the Tide of Bone

1x33 - Reunions

1x34 - Race to the Ziggurat

1x35 - Denouement

1x36 - Winter's Crest in Whitestone

1x37 - A Musician's Nostalgia

1x38 - Echoes of the Past

1x39 - Omens

1x40 - Desperate Measures

1x41 - In Ruins

1x42 - Dangerous Dealings

1x43 - Return to Vasselheim

1x44 - The Sunken Tomb

1x45 - Those Who Walk Away...

1x46 - Cindergrove Revisited

1x47 - The Family Business

1x48 - Into the Frostweald

1x49 - A Name is Earned

1x50 - Best Laid Plans...

1x51 - Test of Pride

1x52 - The Kill Box

1x53 - At Dawn, We Plan!

1x54 - In the Belly of the Beast

1x55 - Umbrasyl

1x56 - Hope

1x57 - Duskmeadow

1x58 - A Cycle of Vengeance

1x59 - The Feywild

1x60 - Heredity and Hats

1x61 - Denizens of the Moonbrush

1x62 - Uninviting Waters

1x63 - The Echo Tree

1x64 - The Frigid Doom

1x65 - The Streets of Ank'Harel

1x66 - A Traveler's Gamble

1x67 - The Chase to Glintshore

1x68 - Cloak and Dagger

1x69 - Passed Through Fire

1x70 - Trust

1x71 - Vorugal

1x72 - The Elephant in the Room

1x73 - The Coming Storm

1x74 - Path of Brass

1x75 - Where the Cards Fall

1x76 - Brawl in the Arches

1x77 - Clash at Daxio

1x78 - The Siege of Emon

1x79 - Thordak

1x80 - Raishan