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What Lies Beneath the Surface

January 12, 2017

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Critical Role - S1 - E81

After reuniting with an old friend, Vox Machina loots Thordak's treasure hoard before returning to Whitestone to decide what to do about Raishan.

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Critical Role: Season 1 - 89 Episode s

1x31 - Gunpowder Plot
November 5, 2015
Scanlan finds himself alone, caught in a Briarwood trap! Meanwhile, the party fuels the fire of rebellion, but will Whitestone pay too high a price? The revolution has begun, and nothing can stop it now!
1x32 - Against the Tide of Bone
November 12, 2015
Exhausted and facing an undead army, Vox Machina prepares to storm Whitestone Castle! Thankfully, they're about to get some help from divine intervention...
1x33 - Reunions
November 19, 2015
Vox Machina enters Whitestone Castle, led by a new, unlikely ally in hopes of rescuing Cassandra de Rolo. Battles commence, debts are settled, and secrets are revealed as the group descends into the haunted catacombs.
1x34 - Race to the Ziggurat
December 3, 2015
Descending deeper beneath the city of Whitestone, the weary members of Vox Machina are on a collision course with the Briarwoods and their insidious plot. What secrets lie far below and what dangers still await our heroes?
1x35 - Denouement
December 10, 2015
In the wake of the fateful battle in the Ziggurat, Vox Machina comes face-to-face with the inner demons within Percy both literal and personal. As the Whitestone Rebellion comes to a head, can the party save Percy from the darkness within him? Or is he beyond saving?
1x36 - Winter's Crest in Whitestone
December 17, 2015
The Winter's Crest Festival comes to Whitestone for the first time in five years! Seeing this as a chance to relax after the revolution, Vox Machina partakes in the festivities and exchanges gifts with each other as they enjoy a well-deserved moment of peace.
1x37 - A Musician's Nostalgia
January 7, 2016
Vox Machina returns to Emon to prove their innocence. Now on the hunt for the treacherous Riskel Daxio, they must once again face the Clasp, along with some shady characters from Scanlan's past.
1x38 - Echoes of the Past
January 14, 2016
Vox Machina takes some well-earned downtime! Scanlan continues his dance with the mysterious gnome girl, Kaylie, and the group agrees to venture back to a mysterious cavern they had abandoned years before...
1x39 - Omens
January 21, 2016
Vox Machina returns to General Krieg's home, learning about J'mon Sa Ord, ruler of Ank'Harel on the desert continent of Marquet. The group discovers a mysterious skull, and Vax'ildan questions the priorities of the group. Meanwhile, the city of Emon experiences a substantial political shift.
1x40 - Desperate Measures
January 28, 2016
Vox Machina must deal with the Chroma Conclave's attack on Emon and the possible slaughter of much of the city's leadership and notable citizenry.
1x41 - In Ruins
February 4, 2016
Vox Machina searches the ruins of Emon for survivors of the Chroma Conclave's attack. With the help of a new friend, they find an old one on death's door.
1x42 - Dangerous Dealings
February 11, 2016
Vox Machina, having rescued Gilmore and the surviving members of the Tal'Dorei royal family, must decide how to handle the Chroma Conclave's attacks across Exandria—and whether to make a devil's bargain with the Clasp.
1x43 - Return to Vasselheim
February 18, 2016
Now in the relative safety of Vasselheim, Vox Machina begins planning their first move against the Chroma Conclave. Fortunately, some old friends turn up to offer their aid.
1x44 - The Sunken Tomb
March 10, 2016
In hopes of defeating the Chroma Conclave, Vox Machina sets out to recover the Vestiges of the Divergence—ancient armor, weapons, and other items of immense power. They learn the location of one Vestige, the Deathwalker's Ward, interred with an ancient Champion of the Raven Queen... at the bottom of a lake.
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 Pyrah, home of the Fire Ashari, hoping to find survivors of Thordak's escape from the Elemental Plane of Fire.
1x46 - Cindergrove Revisited
March 24, 2016
Special guest star Chris Hardwick plays Gern Blanston, a blue dragonborn wizard. With fire elementals emerging from the Elemental Plane of Fire, Vox Machina joins forces with the druids of Pyrah and Zephrah — and a strange scavenger — to seal the rift between planes.
1x47 - The Family Business
March 31, 2016
Vox Machina returns to where much of the group's history began: Westruun. But all is not well! Not only has the Chroma Conclave decimated the area, but another strangely familiar threat has taken hold of the city, as well...
1x48 - Into the Frostweald
April 7, 2016
Vox Machina continues the quest to collect the Vestiges of the Divergence in order to defeat the Chroma Conclave. Along the way, they are rejoined by Pike Trickfoot and discover some other old friends in dire straits.
1x49 - A Name is Earned
April 14, 2016
Vox Machina ventures deep beneath the Stormcrest Mountains to confront the mysterious androsphinx mate of Osysa — and hopefully learn more about the Vestiges of Divergence.
1x50 - Best Laid Plans...
April 21, 2016
Vox Machina confronts the darkness of Craven Edge and plans to retake Westruun. Scanlan infiltrates the city to set up a distraction and stumbles upon some old friends.
1x51 - Test of Pride
April 28, 2016
Scanlan tries to plan a safe escape for his daughter Kaylie, while Grog makes his way to the center of Westruun for the final confrontation with his uncle Kevdak.
1x52 - The Kill Box
May 5, 2016
Unable to defeat Kevdak in single combat, Grog calls upon Vox Machina in a desperate fight for their lives, the fate of Westruun, and control of the Herd of Storms.
1x53 - At Dawn, We Plan!
May 12, 2016
Vox Machina must decide: leave Westruun to fight another day, or prepare to face the deadly black dragon Umbrasyl?
1x54 - In the Belly of the Beast
May 19, 2016
With battle plans in place, Grog frees some Westruun citizens while Vox Machina busily prepares to engage Umbrasyl with the cunning of their tactics and the strength of the Herd of Storms. The hour arrives, Umbrasyl descends, and the battle begins...
1x55 - Umbrasyl
June 2, 2016
In the midst of battle against Vox Machina and the Herd of Storms, the ancient black dragon Umbrasyl retreats to Gatshadow Mountain after sustaining heavy damage. With Scanlan Shorthalt and Vax'ildan trapped inside the dragon and Grog Strongjaw hanging from a chain attached to an axe embedded in Umbrasyl's scaled flesh, the party must somehow survive and choose whether to follow the dragon into its lair or wait for another opportunity to slay it later.
1x56 - Hope
June 9, 2016
As the citizens of Westruun learn of Umbrasyl's demise, they must decide whether to flee possible retaliation from the Chroma Conclave or reclaim their city. With the burden of so many lives and so much destruction, the members of Vox Machina struggle with their own responsibilities and destinies. Perhaps a humble paladin can restore the hope of frightened citizens and powerful heroes alike...
1x57 - Duskmeadow
June 16, 2016
With Umbrasyl defeated, the Herd of Storms beginning a new chapter as part of the Rivermaw Tribe, and the city of Westruun restored to its people, Vox Machina journeys to Vasselheim as Vax'ildan confronts the heavy price of a bargain for his sister's life. After a short stay in Vasselheim, the party travels to Whitestone to meet old friends... and an old enemy?
1x58 - A Cycle of Vengeance
June 23, 2016
Beset by an old foe disguised as a beloved ally, Vax'ildan fights for his life while the other members of Vox Machina fend off some assassin hirelings standing between them and their friend.
1x59 - The Feywild
July 7, 2016
In search of one of the Vestiges of Divergence, Vox Machina enters the Feywild—a magical but dangerous twilight reflection of the Material Plane. After finding a nymph from their past and a mischievous satyr, the party finds its way to a familiar place: the home of Vax'ildan and Vex'ahlia's father, the elven city of Syngorn.
1x60 - Heredity and Hats
July 14, 2016
Forced by circumstance to enter the elven city of Syngorn in the Feywild, Vox Machina reluctantly seeks audience with Vax'ildan and Vex'ahlia's estranged father, Syldor Vessar, and his new family. After a tense reunion, the party acquires diplomatic papers to pursue their agenda in the city—and complete some unscrupulous tasks for their satyr guide, Garmelie.
1x61 - Denizens of the Moonbrush
July 28, 2016
The satyr guide, Garmelie, leads Vox Machina toward the cancerous tree that houses Fenthras, Wrath of the Fey Warden, one of the Vestiges of Divergence. The journey through the Feywild presents several challenges, but the biggest and scariest threats aren't always the most dangerous in this strange realm...
1x62 - Uninviting Waters
August 6, 2016
Still travelling through the Feywild, Vox Machina and Garmelie finally arrive at the Gilded Run, a series of rivers that separate them from the Shademurk Bog. Nature itself bars passage, and even if they contend with the magical rivers, who knows what lurks below?
1x63 - The Echo Tree
August 11, 2016
The members of Vox Machina prepare for their final approach to the cancerous tree, including a discussion between Keyleth and, seemingly, the bog itself. The tree opens to them, and Vex'ahlia is offered a disturbing choice...
1x64 - The Frigid Doom
August 18, 2016
Back in Whitestone to debate their next move, Vox Machina discovers their return from the Feywild may not have been as clean-cut as it seemed. Their attention turns to Draconia where the destruction wrought by the Conclave again leaves the party to search for allies amongst the scattered survivors while coming face to face with the cost to defeat them.
1x65 - The Streets of Ank'Harel
August 25, 2016
Vox Machina travels to Marquet in search of Cabal's Ruin, the next Vestige on their list. They explore the city of Ank'Harel, get involved in some questionable activities, and eventually find themselves standing before the mysterious ruler of the city...
1x66 - A Traveler's Gamble
September 8, 2016
After proving their strength to J'mon Sa Ord, Vox Machina heads to a casino to have some fun and make some deals. The next day, they go in search of Mistress Asharru—the owner of Cabal's Ruin—and discover a shocking scene, as well as evidence that an old foe is on the move.
1x67 - The Chase to Glintshore
September 15, 2016
Anna Ripley has stolen one of the Vestiges of the Divergence and is on her way to an island of glass in search of another. With the help of Captain Damon and his skyship, Vox Machina races across the sea to stop her once and for all.
1x68 - Cloak and Dagger
September 22, 2016
Hot on the heels of Dr. Anna Ripley, Vox Machina finds themselves on the beach of the isle of glass. The party prepares as their confrontation with Ripley draws near. Old demons and new discoveries will surface on the Isle of Glintshore.
1x69 - Passed Through Fire
September 29, 2016
Vox Machina is left shaken in the aftermath of their battle with Anna Ripley. They hurry back to Whitestone to save one of their own and end up being offered an alliance from the most unlikely source...
1x70 - Trust
October 6, 2016
After a tense discussion, Vox Machina finds themselves with an unlikely—and untrustworthy—ally. A risky plan is formed and the group heads to the ruins of Draconia to prepare for their battle with Vorugal the white dragon...
1x71 - Vorugal
October 13, 2016
Vox Machina enacts their riskiest plan yet: summon a goristro from the Abyss to fight Vorugal and hope for the two giant creatures to kill each other. If they succeed, another member of the Chroma Conclave will fall and another Vestige will be retrieved. But if any step in their plan fails, it could have dire consequences, especially with another dragon waiting in the wings...
1x72 - The Elephant in the Room
October 20, 2016
Fresh off of slaying Yenk and Vorugal the Frigid Doom, the weary members of Vox Machina take time to catch their breaths and set about gathering what spoils they could find from both the corpse of the wyrm and his treasure trove before resting and returning to Whitestone for their next course of action...
1x73 - The Coming Storm
October 27, 2016
With three of the five members of the Chroma Conclave dead, Vox Machina has a meeting with their friends in Whitestone to begin planning for the upcoming battle with Thordak. Percy decides it's time for one of their allies to stop keeping secrets from the rest.
1x74 - Path of Brass
November 3, 2016
Vox Machina heads to Fort Daxio to begin preparation for the upcoming fight with Thordak. With time running out until the climactic battle, the party decides to travel to the Elemental Plane of Fire in search of the final Vestige, but find themselves in over their heads...
1x75 - Where the Cards Fall
November 10, 2016
Guided by their bizarre new acquaintance, Vox Machina meets with the fire giant who is in possession of the Plate of the Dawnmartyr. Although their goal is literally in sight, retrieving the final Vestige might be one of their most perilous challenges yet.
1x76 - Brawl in the Arches
November 17, 2016
Vox Machina finds themselves face to face with Ghurrix the pit fiend, leading to an all-out battle in the middle of the City of Brass.
1x77 - Clash at Daxio
December 1, 2016
Vox Machina returns from the Elemental Plane of Fire, only to discover Fort Daxio under siege. With no word from Allura, they rush into battle to save as many of their allies as they can.
1x78 - The Siege of Emon
December 8, 2016
Having gathered their allies, Vox Machina heads for the center of Emon to begin the final battle against Thordak the Cinder King.
1x79 - Thordak
December 15, 2016
Having infiltrated the center of Emon, Vox Machina and their allies engage Thordak in a battle to the death.
1x80 - Raishan
January 5, 2017
Vox Machina battles Raishan within Thordak's lair.
1x81 - What Lies Beneath the Surface
January 12, 2017
After reuniting with an old friend, Vox Machina loots Thordak's treasure hoard before returning to Whitestone to decide what to do about Raishan.
1x82 - Deadly Echoes
January 19, 2017
Vox Machina and their allies travel to the island that Raishan fled to, but to reach her they must find their way past numerous obstacles and undead threats.
1x83 - The Deceiver's Stand
January 26, 2017
Raishan and Vox Machina have their final confrontation.
1x84 - Loose Ends
February 2, 2017
In a rare moment of peace, Vox Machina checks on Emon, fulfills a promise, and meets up with an old acquaintance.
1x85 - A Bard's Lament
February 9, 2017
Grog has a one-on-one rematch with Earthbreaker Groon. Vox Machina says farewell to a dear friend, but they meet someone new the very next day.
1x86 - Daring Days
February 16, 2017
Vox Machina takes some time to bond with their new companion before setting sail for their next adventure.
1x87 - Onward to Vesrah
February 23, 2017
Vox Machina sets sail across the Ozmit Sea to the home of the Water Ashari, dealing with scurvy trouble along the way, where upon arrival Keyleth will endeavor to complete her Aramenté... and discover a horrible truth.
1x88 - Tangled Depths
March 2, 2017
Vox Machina journeys into the Elemental Plane of Water for the final trial of Keyleth's Aramenté.
1x89 - Curious Tides
March 9, 2017
Having procured the lodestones, Vox Machina returns to Vesrah with Vax'ildan's life on the line as they hurry to save their fallen companion. Bargains and promises are made, cards are drawn, and new power is unlocked as Keyleth's Aramenté trials come to an end.
1x90 - Voice of the Tempest
March 16, 2017
Vox Machina searches for a means to seal away Opash's book and travels to Zephrah where Keyleth goes to embrace her destiny...
1x91 - Vox Machina Go to Hell
March 23, 2017
Vox Machina descend into the Nine Hells and enter the City of Dis to find and destroy Hotis once and for all.
1x92 - Deals in the Dark
March 30, 2017
After Keyleth scares off her would-be attackers, Vox Machina continues their trek through the City of Dis, and Percy makes a deal with the devil Ipkesh to assassinate Utugash. Their mission takes them to the pit fiend's abode, where they also encounter and rescue a new ally in Tova. Will they fulfill the deal, or will Percy's soul be forfeit?
1x93 - Bats Out of Hell
April 6, 2017
Vox Machina commences their assassination of Utugash with the aid of Tova and get brought to the prison of Mentiri. But will their deal be honored? And will Vox Machina finish off Hotis and escape the Nine Hells? Or will they be lost forever?
1x94 - Jugs and Rods
April 13, 2017
Vox Machina, having barely survived their escape from the Nine Hells, returns to Whitestone for some much-needed rest and respite as Vex'ahlia partakes in the Grey Hunt to truly earn her noble title and place in the city.
1x95 - One Year Later
April 27, 2017
After a year spent enjoying some downtime and accomplishing some personal goals, Vox Machina reunites for a beach vacation and an unexpected family reunion for a certain someone...
1x96 - Family Matters
May 4, 2017
Vox Machina mobilizes to assist the Trickfoots in purging Pike of the blood curse. However, some things are not as they seem...
1x97 - Taryon, My Wayward Son
May 11, 2017
Having dealt with the Trickfoot clan, Keyleth goes off the deep end and Taryon finds himself on a collision course with a dark secret within his own family. What will he and Vox Machina discover at Deastok?
1x98 - The Mines of the Many
May 18, 2017
Vox Machina inquires with The Myriad in order to alleviate the Darringtons of their debt. But is the light at the end of the tunnel a sign of hope... or imminent death?
1x99 - Masquerade
June 1, 2017
As Vox Machina returns to Deastok to clear the Darrington family of their debt, Taryon has a talk with his family about the future. The party then returns to Whitestone where two strange individuals make themselves known, one of them possibly being more than he seems.
1x100 - Unfinished Business
June 8, 2017
Vox Machina, along with Lionel Gayheart and Scanlan Shorthalt, travel into the mountain range of Marquet to investigate the existence of another Ziggurat. As Scanlan tries to make amends for his actions, what lies beneath will lead to a shocking reveal that will set the stage for something greater...
1x101 - Thar Amphala
June 15, 2017
Vox Machina journey through the Ziggurat into the Shadowfell, hot on the trail of Delilah Briarwood.
1x102 - Race to the Tower
June 22, 2017
All hell breaks loose as Vox Machina race to stop the return of Vecna!
1x103 - The Fate-Touched
June 29, 2017
Vox Machina regroup after their devastating defeat at the hands of Vecna, all while Vax’s soul is tested by the Matron of Ravens.
1x104 - Elysium
July 6, 2017
We journey to Elysium, where Vox Machina must prove their worth in the eyes of the gods.
1x105 - The Fear of Isolation
July 13, 2017
Vox Machina travel to the pools of Wittebak, where they meet a lonely stranger residing in a strange old house.
1x106 - The Endless Atheneum
July 27, 2017
Vox Machina race against time to earn the blessing of the Goddess of Knowledge while Vecna continues to gain power.
1x107 - Scaldseat
August 3, 2017
Vox Machina descend into the heart of an undersea volcano to find the forge of the gods.
1x108 - The Core Anvil
August 10, 2017
Upon finding the Core Anvil and the forge guardian that protects it, Vox Machina attempt to create the divine trammels that will aid in their fight against Vecna.
1x109 - The Ominous March
August 18, 2017
Live from Gencon: Vox Machina returns to Vasselheim to prepare for the coming of Vecna
1x110 - The Climb Within
August 24, 2017
Vox Machina find treasures, horrors, and mysteries as they make their way through the body of an undead primordial.
1x111 - Shadows of Thomara
September 14, 2017
Vox Machina make their way through the cursed caverns of the undead dwarven city of Thomara, hoping their presence won't be discovered.
1x112 - Dark Dealings
September 21, 2017
Vox Machina search for a powerful artifact that could help swing the tide in their favor. Nothing could possibly go wrong…
1x113 - The Final Ascent
September 28, 2017
Vox Machina, having made their final preparations, make their way to the top of the tower of Entropis. With special guest Joe Manganiello!
1x114 - Vecna, the Ascended
October 5, 2017
Vox Machina's climactic battle with Vecna begins.
1x115 - The Chapter Closes
October 12, 2017
On the final episode of our campaign, victory is celebrated, and all debts are paid.
1x116 - The Search for Grog
February 22, 2019
After pulling a card from the Deck of Many Things, Grog's soul was stolen and trapped in the Plane of Pandemonium. This is the story of Vox Machina attempting to find and rescue their big buddy, Grog...
1x117 - The Search for Bob
June 23, 2019
Vox Machina returns in this special one-shot, canonically taking place immediately following Campaign 1 and the events of "The Search For Grog"
1x118 - Dalen's Closet
August 29, 2019
Vox Machina return to the beaches of Dalen's Closet for the official wedding of Vex'ahlia and Percival, but no wedding ever goes off without a hitch...
1x119 - The Adventures of the Darrington Brigade
November 29, 2019
Taryon Darrington leads a troupe of unlikely miscreants through a dangerous journey in search of glory.

Critical Role: All seasons

S0: Specials
137 Episode s
S1: Campaign 1: Vox Machina
119 Episode s
S2: Campaign 2: The Mighty Nein
141 Episode s
S3: Campaign 3: Bells Hells
99 Episode s

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

1x81 - What Lies Beneath the Surface

1x82 - Deadly Echoes

1x83 - The Deceiver's Stand

1x84 - Loose Ends

1x85 - A Bard's Lament

1x86 - Daring Days

1x87 - Onward to Vesrah

1x88 - Tangled Depths

1x89 - Curious Tides

1x90 - Voice of the Tempest

1x91 - Vox Machina Go to Hell

1x92 - Deals in the Dark

1x93 - Bats Out of Hell

1x94 - Jugs and Rods

1x95 - One Year Later

1x96 - Family Matters

1x97 - Taryon, My Wayward Son

1x98 - The Mines of the Many

1x99 - Masquerade

1x100 - Unfinished Business

1x101 - Thar Amphala

1x102 - Race to the Tower

1x103 - The Fate-Touched

1x104 - Elysium

1x105 - The Fear of Isolation

1x106 - The Endless Atheneum

1x107 - Scaldseat

1x108 - The Core Anvil

1x109 - The Ominous March

1x110 - The Climb Within