Elric of Melniboné Part Two

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Elric of Melniboné Part Two

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Loz is back with me at Derry and Tom's as we dive into Straasha's ocean depths to prize open the mysteries below and discuss (most of) Book Two of Elric of Melniboné.
Excellent beverages are consumed along the way.

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Jan 28, 2020

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Elric of Melniboné Part Two

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