Ep. 54. The Suffering Game - Chapter Four

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Ep. 54. The Suffering Game - Chapter Four

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Jan 12, 2017

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After Round One of The Suffering Game, our heroes aren't doing too great -- and with another turn of the Wheel ahead, the future's not especially bright, either. Can they keep their heads up (and on) to power through? Magnus makes an invisible friend. Merle charms the crowd. Taako makes 'em laugh.

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