Sketch #182: The Problem with Billy

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Sketch #182: The Problem with Billy

FromMorrus’ Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk

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Jun 29, 2023

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Each week we revisit a short skit from the main podcast, a year or more back. In this one, the group discusses the lack of contributions from Billy the Rogue.

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Jun 29, 2023

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Sketch #182: The Problem with Billy

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