# Freedom Before Destination Ep. 2: The Shortcut

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Podcast: [Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spirits-and-monsters-of-old-seattle-6713975)
Published: 2025-11-12T12:00:00+00:00
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Click HERE to send us a text message! We continue to explore the world of Roshar during our miniseries Freedom Before Destination, sponsored by Brotherwise Games! In hot pursuit of the slaver Mralt, our heroes face a difficult choice -- do they risk taking an unknown shortcut or stick to the familiar but slower road. Will they choose wisely and catch up to their stolen family member or fall hopelessly behind? Also, please go check out our friends from Spellbook Gaming, who are hosting a crow...

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