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Candela Obscura follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. The first chapter of Candela Obscura stars veteran voice actors Robbie Daymond, Laura Bailey, Anjali Bhimani, and Ashley Johnson and the story is led by Matthew Mercer. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the series features the Candela Obscura roleplaying game from Darrington Press, which is designed with the Illuminated Worlds system.
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The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show showcases amazing individuals from all industries and walks of life, sharing their knowledge and wisdom. Hosted by Daniel Gomez, the show documents and features guests' incredible stories from every industry including business, entrepreneurship, faith and entertainment. Tune in and you'll find confidence, consistency and conviction to help you become the best version of you! Together we will discover the key that unlocks your confidence and success.
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“If you want that beautiful life, you have to plant the seeds.” —Michael Chavez The shackles of negative thinking can be the greatest obstacle standing between us and the life of our dreams. But, like an eagle, we too have the innate ability to soar above the chaos and negativity that so often threatens to weigh us down. Michael Chavez, the founder…
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“Embodying your identity is understanding that you're the whole package… Stop saying you can't do something. Say ‘I can, I must, and I will’, no matter what it is.” —Diva R. Mejias Our identity is so much more than just a label or a title— it's the very core of who we are. But sometimes, it can feel like we get stuck in these boxes that other peopl…
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“The next step is not climbing the mountain. The next step is stepping to the step in front of you… We want to make sure that we're growing in a reasonable manner— that not only our business can handle the growth, but our employees can handle the growth and that you yourself can handle what is about to happen.” —Dr. Heidi Gregory-Mina As an entrepr…
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“Your success challenges other people to step outside their comfort zone, and they will either embrace you because you inspire them, or they will hate you because you're forcing them to make a choice.” —Karim Ellis Are you stuck in Version 1.0 of your life? Far too many people live out their days confined to the limitations of their initial program…
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“Lead with LOVE. You have to LISTEN; love with your ears. And while you listen, OBSERVE them. What they don't tell you, they'll show you. Put a VALUE on it in your heart, and then you EXPRESS it in words and deeds.” —Coach Kerry Stevenson Leading with an iron fist, relying solely on power and authority, is an outdated and ineffective approach to le…
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“If you're not dead, you're not done.” —Mike Little Winning at life and business is a noble pursuit, but finding the right balance can be a constant challenge. We often feel the pressure to prioritize one over the other, sacrificing our personal lives and relationships for the sake of professional success, and vice versa. However, true fulfillment …
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“There is a purpose for you in this lifetime that only you can achieve. So have the courage to get back up and go after it, because God is going to open the path. When you can't see it, that's when you have to have more faith than fear.” —Cheri Tree Many entrepreneurs and business owners struggle with sales because they've bought into the myth that…
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“Sometimes, we don't understand why certain people aren't in our lives anymore. Sometimes those people leave by their choice. Sometimes those people leave by your choice.” —Brian Wright As you achieve new levels of success and progress in your personal and professional goals, it's natural for your network of friends and contacts to undergo some cha…
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“It does not matter how much money you bring in, it's your profits that matter.” —Martha Razo Are profits plateauing while expenses eat away at your bottom line? Data holds the key to reversing this troubling trend. Data allows businesses to understand customer needs, maximize effectiveness, and adapt nimbly to market changes. It serves as the foun…
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Aabria Iyengar, Liam O’Brien, Spenser Starke, and Matthew Mercer gather together to discuss the otherworldly experience of being Game Masters in the world of Candela Obscura! Learn about the unique techniques these Game Masters used to create their settings, develop meaningful arcs for their players, and craft a thrilling mystery using the Illumina…
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“Say yes! Don't let the fears get in the way.” —Terry Yoffe For many, reaching a certain age can bring a sense of complacency - a desire to settle into familiar routines rather than push outside one's comfort zone. But for a select few, every new decade presents fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve. This was the mindset that propelled an…
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“You can do anything you want and you are worthy of so many things that we don't believe that we are.” —Bonnie Huntsman We often wait for the "right time" to pursue our dreams out of fear and doubt. We tell ourselves we need everything to be perfect. But the truth is, there's never a perfectly right time. Life will always come with uncertainties an…
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“We're all given the same opportunity. And that opportunity as a choice to either move, stay where you're at, or to impact.” —Sterling Stokes III Every day that passes without progress is a lost opportunity. Not taking action is not only disadvantageous but can be downright dangerous, as it leaves too much to chance— and chance favors the bold who …
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“You are a masterpiece because you are a piece of the Master— That makes you brilliant in every aspect.” —Arletta Allen Childhood trauma often leaves deep wounds, undermining self-worth and fostering shame that isolates victims from the community. To protect themselves, many retreat into silence and hide their true selves. This sets a cycle in moti…
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When a vile phenomenon emerges on set, the cameras roll on the Circle of the Silver Screen - Assignment #29 -1128"Stagecraft"The world of Candela Obscura comes to life for a special one-shot assignment prepared and performed in front of a live audience at the United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles. A session zero with VIP ticketholders preceded …
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“I'm not afraid of my darkness. I'm inspired by it. Because within the darkest corners of my soul, I found myself.” —Danielle Massi Childhood trauma can have long-lasting impacts that are not always visible on the surface. When a child experiences adverse events without the proper support system, it can cause deep wounds that affect their developme…
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dani“When you're chasing your potential, you're going to come back face to face with the younger version of you. But the best part is, you also get to turn forward and come face to face with the future version of you.” —Michelle Jacobik The story we tell ourselves about money has a profound impact on our financial realities and life experiences. Gr…
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“When it comes to business, you have to start making decisions. You have to decide what that's going to be and then you have to pursue that like it's the most important thing in the world.” —Robert Ratliff Effective marketing is the key to any successful business. Through targeted outreach and visibility strategies, marketing helps connect business…
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“Success is in 3D. You have to have discipline, which is doing the right things consistently. You have to make the right decisions, choices, and you got to be desperate, you got to want it bad.” —Mills Rodgers We've all had those moments where we reach our breaking point— where the frustration and fatigue boil over until we're fed up with our situa…
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This episode is sponsored by Aura. Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Head over to our sponsor https://www.aura.com/candelaobscura to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold.Witness the Fairelands come to life May 25th for an immersive Candela Obscura LIVE SHOW at The United Theater on Broadway in Los…
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“Most people never live. They want to run from the worst thing that can happen. They don't embrace it so then your mind is always worrying and anxious… But you can make it through if the worst thing happens. — Why worry? It's worse than death.” —Nate Auffort Up to 90 percent of our daily decisions are governed by our subconscious mind. However, thi…
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“If you want to have a vision, you have to look forward. Vision does not look back.” —Scott Reib Legal protection is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of building a successful business. Without the proper structures in place, entrepreneurs expose not only their business but their personal assets to undue risk. With the proper legal protections …
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“You can never lose if you are constantly giving. It was more than just giving away prizes; it was giving away as much value as possible.” —Luke Lintz We all want to grow, but allowing emotions to dictate choices frequently results in self-sabotage. Gaining clarity on your core values and beliefs through reflection makes acting on conviction easier…
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Past horrors resurface as the Circle of the Crimson Mirror attend a masquerade, along with Newfaires major powers.Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops!United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United …
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“If you can figure out how to get clients and make money. Everything else will sort itself out. Create leads, turn those leads into appointments, turn those appointments into customers, and turn those customers into closed sales. Never leave the office today without an appointment set for tomorrow.” —Phil Duke Jr As an employee, your hours are not …
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“If you're going to be an entrepreneur, that's in the definition— risk-taking, pivoting, and problem-solving.” —Marc Ebinger Networking is one of the most effective ways for professionals to grow their careers and businesses in today's connected world. Beyond just exchanging business cards, true networking is about building genuine relationships by…
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“You don't get what you want in life. You get what you believe you deserve. You deserve what you believe you’re worthy of” —Daniel Gomez We’ve reached the BIG 200!!! We thank each and every one of you for your loyal support over these past four incredible years. It is because of you— your willingness to tune in week after week, your sharing of our …
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Far off upon the Glass Sea, a circle of investigators voyage home with the remains of a powerful alchemist. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingd…
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“You must mature in the season that you're in to get promoted to the next level because God's not going to release that next level of blessing if you're not ready for it. You got to have the right foundation in order to go higher.” —Daniel Gomez Building a strong foundation is essential for achieving lasting success. Yet too often we seek quick gai…
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“When we're in pain, we want to get back to joy. And if we shut off pain, we shut off joy also.” —Kimberly Stevens We often slip into the habit of putting on a brave face rather than openly admitting our vulnerabilities. But beneath the surface, emotions can swirl in ways that are anything but calm. However, like water dammed behind a cracking wall…
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“Know your value, and know how to sell it.” —Jennifer Bennett For many, the entrepreneurial path seems filled with uncertainty and risk, but it doesn't have to be that way. Rather than fearing the unpredictability of business ownership, we can see it as an opportunity to flex our resilience, creativity, and ability to adapt. By treating each setbac…
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Something deep within Oldfaire beckons the Circle of Tide and Bone, as they leave no stone unturned.Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops!United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https…
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“As the seasons change in your life and things shift constantly, remember to focus on the things that are important in that season at that moment.” —Wendy Watson Many of us put too much pressure on ourselves to be perfect, often, without even realizing it. But striving for the impossible only leads to needless stress and prevents us from enjoying t…
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“Success is your responsibility and your responsibility alone.” —Jason Meland Becoming the "in demand" expert that others seek out is the holy grail for entrepreneurs, as it allows you to attract a never-ending stream of qualified clients seeking your specific expertise, commanding top dollar while maintaining control of your valuable time. Masteri…
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The Circle of Tide and Bone confront an aqueous phenomenon, as the Periphery’s fist looms over the district of Groundswell. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obsc…
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“They don't care about if you try, you got to do it.” —Daniel Martinez Have you ever noticed that when we say we’ll “try” something, it doesn’t really feel like a promise? Deep down, the word “try” leaves the outcome up in the air. After all, we can always claim we did our best if it doesn’t work out. But in the world of high achievers, there is no…
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“Leadership starts with you leading yourself. If you cannot lead yourself, do not dream to lead other people. If you are given a position to lead other people without leading you, you will cause more problems.” —Wale Adekanla Effective leadership is the lifeblood of any successful organization. While leadership styles may vary, truly impactful lead…
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“You got to have a purpose that's bigger than you. If you attach yourself to a purpose, then that's where abundance starts to flow.” —Robert Peterson Challenging limiting beliefs around money is the first step to financial freedom. As we shift from scarcity thinking to an abundance mentality, opportunities for wealth creation open up. With the righ…
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“Listen to that voice in your head. When it tells you something, believe it because we don't get any growth by challenging what our unconscious mind believes is true.” —Amber Fuhriman Do you ever feel like something is holding you back from achieving your goals, no matter how hard you work? The hidden beliefs and unconscious fears buried deep in yo…
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After a creature known throughout legend emerges within Newfaire, Candela Obscura rallies the only circle they believe capable of taking on this Fairen Folklore.Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops!United States: https://shop.c…
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“You have a 100% track record of living through a bad day. And sometimes, you just beat yourself up.” —Dr. Emily Letran Envisioning our future self has the power to provide the motivation we need to take bold steps forward. When we focus on the opportunities ahead rather than our current limitations, we can unlock new ideas and pathways to growth. …
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