Greetings, adventurers of Dungeons & Toast! Today, I am thrilled to recount the epic saga of our guild’s quest to achieve the illustrious Midas Touch Quest—a coveted treasure quest that beckoned us to recruit eight or more new members to our ranks. Join me as I delve into the trials and triumphs that marked our journey toward this prestigious milestone and explore the profound impact it has had on our guild’s legacy.

The Midas Touch Quest, a shimmering beacon of opportunity within Dungeons & Toast, served as a rallying cry for our guild to expand its horizons and welcome new adventurers into our midst. With the promise of prosperity and growth, it inspired us to venture forth into the unknown, armed with nothing but our passion for gaming and our unwavering dedication to our guild’s success.

Our quest for the Midas Touch Treasure began with a humble call to action, echoing throughout the halls of our guild house and resonating in the hearts of every member. United in purpose and fueled by the spirit of camaraderie, we set out to recruit new members to our guild, eager to share the joys of gaming and the bonds of friendship that define our community.

But the path to gaining the treasure was fraught with challenges and obstacles. From navigating the crowded taverns, to persuading wary travelers to join our ranks, we encountered setbacks that tested our resolve and forced us to adapt our strategies. Yet, undeterred by adversity, we pressed onward, driven by the knowledge that our efforts would ultimately lead us to victory.

As the deadline drew near, our perseverance was rewarded. With each new member welcomed into our guild, we drew closer to our goal, our ranks swelling with fresh faces and new voices eager to embark on adventures yet untold.

And then, at long last, the moment of triumph arrived. With eight or more new members recruited to our guild, we stood on the brink of victory, our guild’s name shining brightly among the stars as one of the esteemed few to have looted the Midas Touch treasure in the realm of Toastmasters.

The loot included promotion of our guild to the realm and beyond, a gilded scroll marking our journey, a banner to add to our ranks, and invite to a future festivity.

But our quest does not end here. As we revel in the glory of our accomplishment, let us remember the lessons learned along the way—the importance of unity, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to our shared goals. And as we continue to embark on new adventures within our guild, may we carry the spirit of the quest with us, inspiring others to join us on our journey and forge their own path to greatness.

To all fellow adventurers of Dungeons & Toast, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to our guild’s success. May our ranks continue to grow, our bonds continue to strengthen, and our adventures continue to thrill and inspire us all.

Until our next quest, may your rolls be fortunate, your loot plentiful, and your gaming experiences legendary!

Today, I come bearing tales of valor and victory as our intrepid party has achieved the seemingly impossible—we have conquered the legendary Golden Path! Join me as I recount the thrilling journey that led us to this momentous triumph and explore why our victory is exciting and emblematic of the boundless potential of Dungeons & Toast adventures in our beloved realm.

In the realm of Toastmasters, where the pursuit of communication and leadership excellence reigns supreme, the Golden Path stands as a symbol of dedication and achievement. It beckons guilds to renew eight or more members a month before each cycle’s deadline, a daunting yet rewarding challenge that only a select few guilds can claim to have conquered.

Our journey toward the Golden Path began with a spark of determination and a shared vision of success. Guided by our guild masters and fueled by the enthusiasm of our members, we set forth on a quest to renew our ranks and strengthen the bonds of fellowship.

But the path to victory was fraught with obstacles and trials. From navigating busy schedules to overcoming communication barriers, we encountered challenges that tested our resolve and pushed us to our limits. Yet, through perseverance and teamwork, we forged ahead, undeterred by the daunting road ahead.

As the deadline drew near, we witnessed the fruits of our labor come to fruition. With each renewed membership, we inched closer to our goal, buoyed by the unwavering support of our fellow adventurers and the knowledge that together, we were capable of achieving greatness.

And then, at long last, the moment of triumph arrived. With eight or more members renewed a month early for both cycles in the year, we stood on the precipice of victory, our guild’s name etched in the annals of the realm of Toastmasters’ history as one of the esteemed few to have conquered the Golden Path.

Conquering this dungeon rewarded us with a new banner for our ranks, promotion throughout the realm, and two reduced fare tickets to the coming festival.

But our journey does not end here. As we bask in the glory of our achievement, let us remember the lessons learned along the way—the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to our shared goals. And as we continue to embark on new adventures within our guild, may we carry the spirit of the Golden Path with us, inspiring others to reach for greatness and forge their own path to success.

To all fellow adventurers of Dungeons & Toast, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for your unwavering commitment to our shared journey. May our guild continue to thrive and grow, fueled by the bonds of friendship and the spirit of adventure that unite us all.

Until our next quest, may your speeches be bold, your evaluations insightful, and your journey filled with endless opportunities for growth and achievement!

Join Dungeons & Toast on Friday for our annual celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, this year themed “50 Shades of Green.” Greg Stockton will serve as Toastmaster, and Table Topics will be provided by our 2024 Speech Contest champion David Easlea! Members and guests are invited to choose from one of the 26 on-theme backgrounds below to commemorate the occasion:

Members can sign up for a role and guests can register to attend here.

With these backgrounds you are sure to find inspiration to spin a beautiful fairy tale. Sprinkle a little fairy dust on tonight’s meeting with these special backgrounds, and write amazing tales of happily ever after.

Join Dungeons & Toast as we cheer on our 2023-2024 champion David E when he competes within Area 4 of Division G! Members in attendance who sign up ahead of time will be awarded the Raid! achievement worth 20 Karats during our annual TTRPG campaign. Please also be sure to register with Area G4!

Raid!
Spirit Quest

300 Gold

Attend a “raid” event outside the guild.

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Hey! Listen up!

Apparently, only 13 of you lot took advantage of early dues renewal XP. That’s just not enough of us to take down Lucifera! There’s still time to renew, but the closer we get to the last day of the month, the less I can ensure there won’t be an interruption in your access to Pathways.

So send me $65 through one of these established methods as soon as you can. Do it for the bunnies. Don’t make me send Loki after you!

Until next time,
Maj / Kelly

Last night was our annual verbal joust, featuring contestants in the International Speech and Table Topics Speech categories. Congratulations to David Easlea, DTM for his first-place victory in both categories. David will go on to represent Dungeons & Toast at the Area level later this year.

The winners within the International Speech contest last night were

1. David Easlea, DTM
2. Robert Green, DTM

And the winners within the Table Topics Speech contest last night were

1. David Easlea, DTM
2. Robert Green, DTM
3. Kelly Sclafani, LD4

Celebrate our verbal joust with these 4 competitive and festive backgrounds! Tonight all of us will have the best seat in the house!

Hello fellow guild members! This is a reminder that this Friday’s meeting (February 16, 2024) we will be diverging from our normal meeting process and having our annual verbal joust. This year we will be having two different contests:

International Speech Contest
Table Topics Contest

We have a fun line-up of speakers so far but if you would still like to throw your hat in the ring, please contact Andrew on discord @skiptomybrew.

See y’all on Friday at 7PM PT!