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Nature Check is a show where scientists play TTRPGs. Through our games, we hope to show you that scientists are real people with bawdy senses of humor and creative solutions to problems. We also hope to use our game worlds to talk about real issues in biology, ecology, environmental science, scientific research, and society.
Episodes
Jan 21, 2026
Jan 21, 2026
2hr 41 min
In this episode, we talk about whales, sea cows, and the ecology of the Pacific Northwest. The party convinces Claude to tag along with them as they begin exploring a small group of islands.
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/j7yjGunFY8
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Jan 28, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
2hr 34 min
As per usual, our heroes struggle when faced with traversing horizontal challenges. Ice appears in the ocean at the northern end of Arda, and the party enters the tundra for the first time.
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Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/j7yjGunFY8
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
2hr 38 min
A monstrous scalding centipede bursts out of the tundra and the party have to fight for their lives. Afterwards, they meet a group of locals and think about how to navigate this new cold environment.
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/j7yjGunFY8
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
2hr 39 min
The tundra is full of snowy, icy perils. Our heroes' luck brings them a seasoned guide to lead them safely through.
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/j7yjGunFY8
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Jun 10, 2026
Jun 10, 2026
2hr 42 min
Inside the tundra temple, the party meets a unicorn who was apparently sent by Ehlonna to watch over everyone.
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/EqW77wny3N
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Jun 17, 2026
Jun 17, 2026
2hr 40 min
Our heroes' suspicions are well-founded, but can they succeed in making the tundra temple safe?
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/EqW77wny3N
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/DM: @rovingnaturalist
Nancy/Kae: @scibugs
Cindy/Nautia: @unboundpage
Peter/Cedric: @peterlcoffey
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll
The Arda Campaign is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Jun 24, 2026
Jun 24, 2026
2hr 7 min
Welcome back to another completely improvised TRPG session! This time, we build a subterranean horror mystery with some unfortunate innuendos.
REFERENCE SECTION
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/EqW77wny3N
Follow us on Bluesky:
Nature Check: @naturecheckgaming
Sheryl/GM: @rovingnaturalist
Jess: @jfmclaughlin92
Dan: @danpeach KC: @kcthethespian on IG
Maddie: @madbill_brightdie on IG
Channel art by Sheryl/The Roving Naturalist, Andrew/The First Watch, and Cassi/@Cassiroll