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5 Reasons Why I Love 'The Adventure Zone'

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Jonathan Thomas Cooper

Aug 16, 2016

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If you haven't had the joy of playing a tabletop game such as Dungeons and Dragons, than believe me you are missing out. If you are interested in the game, but too "not-a-nerd" to actually pick up the dice yourself, than I highly recommend the podcast titled "The Adventure Zone". This podcast tells the story of the McElroys, three brothers and their father, who adventure through their own fantasy world, causing a lot of hijinks and destruction in their wake. Without further ado, here are Five reasons why you should check out the Adventure Zone. (All art belongs to their original artists).

1. Tons of lovable characters

Whether a mercenary or a bugbear with an affinity for Oolong tea, the Adventure Zone creates characters who you will hate to see fall out of the story, and cheer when they come back for only a passing moment.

2. The hosts are hilarious.

When you listen to a show, you want to be entertained. why else would you listen? The McElroys manage not only to tell an amazing story, but also make the whole thing amazingly funny. Taako the character himself is a joke that lasts the entire series. If nothing else, tune in for the giggles.

3. An intricate story

Gryphon McElroy is the Game Master for the Adventure Zone, and it is he who has helped to flush out the world in an amazing way. With each adventure cruising form one seamless bit to another, he truly has shown his genius and ability in both storytelling and entertainment.

4. A secret society

Who doesn't enjoy a good secret society? When it comes to these heroes, they have their fill with the Bureau of Balance, the good-guy Illuminati of this fantasy world. With their card-key bracers (as seen above) and their orders form the Director, nothing is un-doable for these fine heroes!

5. The hosts are very much in touch with their fans.

No picture here. None could encapsulate how good the McElroys are with staying connected with their fans. Whether it is including the names of loyal audience members by means of twitter or fanart by means of their Tumblr, The Zone Cast is able to connect with their audience in a way that not a lot of entertainers can.

So what are you waiting for? Go online to maximumfun.org and find the Adventure Zone and start up your listening adventure!

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1. Tons of lovable characters

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3. An intricate story

4. A secret society

5. The hosts are very much in touch with their fans.

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