Spectacle of Power
A fantasy fiction podcast following one evolving story.
Synopsis: "In a realm known only as the Continent, a ruthless sorcerer—in his mind, a liberator—seeks to reforge an empire under his rule. Can the New Wardens, a plucky mercenary group, stand against Lord Ithgarod and the spectacle of his power?"
Fans of epic or dark fantasy, this story could be for you!
Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
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Episodes
31 episodes
Chapter 28: 'The Ascension'
llea Pozano, still a prisoner of the Broken Islands, is startled when he is summoned before Queen Straka. Her purpose? To relay a story of centuries past. A story of both ambition... and madness.’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrat...
Chapter 29: 'Behind the Curtain of the Woods'
Karston's forces arrive in Godricstead for a deserved respite. But with the New Wardens' guard down, Nima is plunged into danger. CW: Implied sexual violence; profanity. ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Lo...
Chapter 30: 'Born in the Mud'
An important missive reaches Cleavertooth in occupied Atelga. War is once again on the horizon.CW: profanity, sexual themes. ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music...
Chapter 31: 'Blood in Jordica Bay'
Asher wakes to sounds of destruction. Syril's Jordica Bay is under attack from an unexpected adversary. CW: profanity.’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Tim...
Chapter 14: 'Sorceress'
Act 2 begins! The Continent is left reeling after the fall of Atelga. Meanwhile, Karston’s crown-prince visits a mysterious woman who is full of political insight. But what are her true motives? CW: Sexual references’Spect...
Chapter 15: 'A Diet of Pain'
Back in Essward, Nima's training is in full swing, but the physical toll it's taking has Caspir concerned. Proctor Paquin Lingarda prepares to return to Syril. CW: Violence, mental illness, reference to suicideWritten and narrat...
Chapter 16: 'Emperor of the Rock'
In Atelga, Ithgarod's rule is complicated by the squabbling of his two closest advisors. Duchess Romah, now incarcerated in the dungeons, is paid a visit.CW: Torture, profanity 'Spectacle of Power' is written and narrated b...
Chapter 17: 'Bloody Schemes'
The conniving proctors—Jon-Cayd, Oric and Asher—meet to discuss their next steps at the headquarters of the Valorwest Shipping Company. An unorthodox alliance is floated.CW: Reference to murder ‘Spectacle of Power’ is...
Chapter 18: 'Beneath the Burned Grove'
Lenox wakes to a new dawn in Atelga. Those in her new circle express their desire to see the city liberated, and soon... but is it a fool's hope?CW: Murder ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, wit...
Chapter 19: 'The Worthy Sons'
Over the course of a night, Caspir and Inarien's relationship irrevocably changes.CW: Sexual references, homophobia’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy B...
Chapter 20: 'The Midnight Ecclesia'
Proctor Asher Emmerine meets with the mysterious Caterpillar, hoping to form an alliance with his organisation, the Midnight Ecclesia. What the priest has in store for him leaves him deeply rattled.CW: Reference to sexual misconduct, in...
Chapter 21: 'Eye of the Crone'
Ogmedda, a witch of foresight, brings ill tidings to Essward. A dangerous mission is bestowed on the New Wardens. ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill....
Chapter 22: 'Pageantry and the Crying Bells'
The day of Duchess Romah's dreaded marriage to Ithgarod arrives, but the Noblissar—what's left of the organisation—has other plans.CW: Violence, gore’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound desi...
Chapter 23: 'The Kitten of Karston'
Arriving in Sellersport, the New Wardens track down Princess Tynestre and warn her of Lovara's infiltration within her father's court. ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music ...
Chapter 24: 'Port-of-Spears'
Captain Ilea Pozano docks in Tiblkan, the capital of the Broken Islands. Hoping to reestablish diplomatic relations with the archipelago, he is instead met with the pointy end of Queen Straka's spears.’Spectacle of Power’ is written and...
Chapter 25: 'Masters, Servants'
Following the shocking arrest of two proctors, a new regime picks up the reins of Syril. Asher is disturbed by Jon-Cayd's antics. ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Ti...
Chapter 26: 'The Virtue of a Clean House'
The New Wardens arrive in Karston, hoping to warn the king of the danger lurking in his own court. Unfortunately for them, a treacherous plot is already in motion.CW: Murder, profanity’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated...
Chapter 27: 'And Then the Wind Stopped'
In the final episode of Act 2, Karnek is conscripted into Muirdel’s war, Ithgarod receives advice from his mother, Lenox pens an important letter to distant friends, and Nima learns the full truth of her parentage. A grand confronta...
Prologue: 'The Shortest Night' & Chapter 1: 'One Foot in Front of the Other'
The story begins! Ithgarod, an unhinged sorcerer, unleashes his wrath upon an unsuspecting town and we meet a close-knit mercenary group. A new episode released every Friday!CW: Murder, animal death, profanityWritten and narrate...
Chapter 2: 'The Thousand-Bridge City'
The story continues as two elected officials in the city of Syril meet and scheme in a bathhouse. How might the southern tyrant's imperialism serve them? A new episode released every Friday!CW: Familial abuse, reference to prostitution<...
Chapter 3: 'Friends and Enemies'
The New Wardens arrive in the city of Syril and learn why they were hired. A dark prophecy is revealed at the Water Theatre.CW: Terminal sicknessWritten and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Tim...
Chapter 4: 'A Drink to Health'
An unexpected visitor knocks at Marsin Silkwater's door. He brings a controversial proposal... and much more.CW: Murder, child abductionWritten and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brun...
Chapter 5: 'In the Garden, In the Nest'
While guarding the Lingarda Estate, Karnek and the others are informed that a proctor has been savagely murdered. Stakes raised, they spring into action.CW: Animal suffering Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound des...
Chapter 6: 'Sovereign of Night'
Lord Ithgarod summons a naval veteran to his lair and makes an offer that cannot be easily refused. He also receives an update from the sorceress who is doing his bidding abroad.CW: Reference to sexual violence Written and narra...
Chapter 7: 'The Tempest and the Lightkeepers'
While Caspir and Ledas investigate the murder of Proctor Silkwater, a dark presence reveals itself at the Lingarda Estate. Paquin's life is threatened.CW: Horror, child-related violence, reference to suicide Written and narrated...