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The Madness of Chartrulean
Chartrulean abandoned piety for progress, becoming the savior the world needed anyway. But at what cost?
The Jhardeho Order named him messiah and taught him that progress means corruption. He defected. Then, House Starbringer handed him the power to end a centuries-long war. What Chartrulean chose split his world in two.
Now he fears he was wrong and is haunted by the manifestation of his choices. His troubled past surfaces as fear, anger, and doubt, threatening the fragile relationships he's built. Chartrulean must reconcile with the gods and kings he angered before succumbing to the madness he created.
The Madness of Chartrulean is a character-driven sci-fi epic for fans of Dune, Foundation, and Game of Thrones. Blending political drama, Shakespearean tragedy, and mythic futurism, it explores the moral ambiguities of power. Vol. 1 is out now, with over 8 hours of content across 13 full-length episodes and bonus material. Listen anywhere you find podcasts, or dive deeper into the world with the story compendium.
AI disclaimer: No GenAI is used in the making of this show. We advocate for human artists.
To dive deeper into the world of Chartrulean, including how the show is being brought to life in Unreal Engine, visit chartrulean.com
- Episodes
- 54
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 6 min
- On air since
- 2022
- Latest episode
- 1 month ago
Episodes
54 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 13 min
The Frankness of the Wall
Season 2, Episode 5
Show notes
Chartrulean and Sophrosyne ask King Starbringer a difficult question, but first he and Chartrulean need to clear the air. The paladins begin their work as guardians for House Starbringer. Loris joins Astreus as Assistant Director, reigniting tensions with an old flame. Sophrosyne and Borsha begin planning the garden party. Chartrulean finally falls asleep...but his slumber is anything but sound.
Content warning: mental health episodes, nightmare scenarios
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Aud Andrews as Chartrulean
Kathleen Klein as Sophrosyne
Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer
Christian Collado as Havelion
Israel Omodi as Abruc
Maxine du Maine as Nicola
Sivan Raz as Sunyata
David Izquierdo as Corbin
Maximilian J. Contreras as Famke
Josh Portillo as Quay
Nina Nikolic as Borsha
Reginald West as Admiral Lapadine
Angela Hochman as Cythaelia
Adam Neill as Yoba
Chris Bellinger as Loris and The Wolf
Steve Lefever as Magogoso
Kennedy Phillips as Cydar
Emily Morse Lee as The Goat
Elizabeth Plant as Rankusha
William Nunn as Dr. Emmay
Al Foote III as Mystery Narrator
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Edited by Will Fox
Sound Design by Will Fox and H.M. Radcliff
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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3 min
Episode 3 coming soon // Check out Literarium Bonus
Season 2, Episode 5
Show notes
Read about my decision to loosen my release schedule to fit my life and mental health.
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Welcome to the Literarium! Every Friday your storyteller and host Vincent Kocznur immerses you in a story of imagination, adventure and terror accompanied with music and sound. Each story takes you on a different journey, a different world, from a rural farm where an ancient scarecrow keeps watch, a town where the dead return, an enchanted garden ruled by a chrysanthemum king, to the moon's bitter wilderness, plus much more.
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38 min
Saysha's Story Part 2: A War of Wordsmiths
Season 2, Episode 4
Show notes
Saysha travels to Vetrana Hydroponics in Upper City to deliver a message to Pytra. Yoba wastes no time filling his portion of the guest list for Sophrosyne's garden party...by inviting suspected traitors to the crown. Abraset and Lybender hatch a plan to destabilize Simitian politics completely, while hoping Chartrulean will step forward as a new leader.
Content warning: food scarcity
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Check out Twilight Meridian
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B.Narr as Saysha
Al Foote III as The Narrator
Marta da Silva as Dekka
Adrian Galley as Maldoro
Adam Neill as Yoba
Christian Collado as Havelion
Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer
Tariye Peterside as Pytra
Jonathan Cox as Lybender
Punyaha Mukherjee as Abraset
Karl Nordman as Constable Baili
Brady Flanagan as Acolyte
Mason Amadeus as The Bartender
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
And featuring "Planeshift" by Alexandre Miller
Edited by Will Fox
Sound Design by Will Fox and H.M. Radcliff
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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1 hr 4 min
Instruments of Chaos
Season 2, Episode 3
Show notes
King Starbringer and Yoba learn of a messy new situation in lower city. Sophrosyne hatches an ambitious plan to get the support Astreus needs at the last minute. Chartrulean grapples with the revelation that Sophrosyne might be more than she seems, and what her dream visions might mean for him.
This episode features an excerpt "The Wanderer" by an unknown Anglo-Saxon soldier.
The poem "The Kiss of The Unmaker" was written by Aud Andrews and adapted for the story by H.M. Radcliff.
Content warning: mental health episodes
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Aud Andrews as Chartrulean
Kathleen Klein as Sophrosyne
Christian Collado as Havelion
Nina Nikolic as Borsha
Reginald West as Admiral Lapadine
Angela Hochman as Cythaelia
Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer
Adam Neill as Yoba
Danielle Yonkers as Imsep
Stacey Lightman as Shan
Adrian Galley as Maldoro
Rae Witte as Dr. Cullaway
Heath Martin as Captain Aldibad
Elizabeth Plant as Rankusha
Al Foote III as Mystery Narrator
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Edited by Will Fox
Sound Design by Will Fox and H.M. Radcliff
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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Listen to the original soundtrack by Sean Renner
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15 min
Feed Drop: Alpha 8 Bonus
Season 2, Episode 2
Show notes
Alpha 8 is a thrilling sci-fi adventure podcast that delves into the extraordinary journey of a desperate alien who body swaps with a struggling mom to comprehend the essence of family and save her own kind from extinction.
This family-friendly scripted series draws inspiration from captivating science-fiction tales like Starman, endearing fish-out-of-water narratives like The Princess Diaries, and hilarious body-swap comedies like Freaky Friday.
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32 min
Saysha's Story Part 1: The Storm
Season 2, Episode 2
Show notes
The storm over Simitu is raging. The streets are dark. And Maldoro has declared war on smugglers. Saysha and their gang, The Salty Mile, are on the run, but quickly find the fight to feed lower city is bigger than them. Now, watch the world of Chartrulean ignite from the outside in.
Content warning: explosions, gun shots, food scarcity
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B.Narr as Saysha
Al Foote III as The Narrator
Marta da Silva as Dekka
Adrian Galley as Maldoro
Jonathan Cox as Grumpkin aka "The Old Man"
Shogo Miyakita as Petcha
Zach Cipriano as Miiks
Delvin Green as Osi
Punyaha Mukherjee as Abraset
Karl Nordman as Constable Baili
Brady Flanagan as Acolyte and Port agent 1
Aud Andrews as Port Agent 2
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Edited by Will Fox
Sound Design by Will Fox and H.M. Radcliff
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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Listen to the original soundtrack by Sean Renner
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1 min
Saysha's Story - Introduction Trailer
Season 2, Episode 2
Show notes
The storm over Simitu is raging. The streets are dark. And Maldoro has declared war on smugglers. Saysha and their gang, The Salty Mile, are on the run, but quickly find the fight to feed lower city is bigger than them. Now, watch the world of Chartrulean ignite from the outside in.
Get ad-free listening on Patreon
B.Narr as Saysha
Marta da Silva as Dekka
Adrian Galley as Maldoro
Jonathan Cox as Grumpkin aka "The Old Man"
Shogo Miyakita as Petcha
Zach Cipriano as Miiks
Delvin Green as Osi
Punyaha Mukherjee as Abraset
Al Foote III as The Narrator
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Edited by Will Fox
Sound Design by Will Fox and H.M. Radcliff
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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Listen to the original soundtrack by Sean Renner on all major music streaming platforms.
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7 min
The Story of Rankusha | Story Compendium Bonus
Season 2, Episode 1
Show notes
Dr. Fillion, an archaeologist, doctor, and historian, tells the story of Rankusha and the downfall of Arcas' previous industrialized civilization.
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Featuring the voice of Shogo Miyakita as Zavriel Fillionus, aka Dr. Fillion
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Narration assistance by Christian Collado
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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1 hr 5 min
A Valuable Asset
Season 2, Episode 1
Show notes
Chartrulean faces the fallout of his confrontation with Havelion while Sophrosyne recovers from an encounter with one of her dream visions. Meanwhile, Astreus' limits are tested. The azurea takes on a new form, and a major discovery is made.
Content warning: explosions, body horror, layered voices, panic attack
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Elizabeth Plant as Rankusha
Al Foote III as Mystery Narrator
Josh Portillo as Quay
Aud Andrews as Chartrulean
Boyd Barrett as Artedemis
Christian Collado as Havelion
Maxine du Maine as Nicola
Rae Witte as Dr. Cullaway
William Nunn as Dr. Emmay
Nina Nikolic as Borsha
Reginald West as Admiral Lapadine
AJ Fidalgo as General Tsukin
Heath Martin as Captain Aldibad
Angela Hochman as Cythaelia
Kennedy Philips as Dr. Tomlin
Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer
Adam Neill as Yoba
Kathleen Klein as Sophrosyne
Kathryn Vinclaire as Sister Eunstice
Stacey Lightman as The Headmistress
Adrian Galley as Maldoro
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Written and produced by H.M. Radcliff
With production assistance from Rae Witte
Narration assistance by Christian Collado
Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Mix by Edward Calvey and H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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Listen to the original soundtrack by Sean Renner
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2 min
Trailer: Vol. 2 | "The Unmaker" Trailer
Season 2, Episode 1
Show notes
The Madness of Chartrulean is a character-driven sci-fi epic for fans of Dune, Foundation, and Game of Thrones. Blending political drama, Shakespearean tragedy, and mythic futurism, it explores the moral ambiguities of power, and the hidden dangers of progress.
Get ad-free listening on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/chartrulean
Go behind the scenes:https://www.youtube.com/@chartrulean
Transcripts:https://www.chartrulean.com/store/p/vol-2-transcripts
Featuring the voices of Aud Andrews, Christian Collado, Kathleen Klein, Magnus Carlssen, B. Narr, Adrian Galley, Kieran Regan, Karin Neill, and Reginald West.
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Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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1 min
Chartrulean / Arcane crossover: "Guns for Hire" cover Bonus
Show notes
Listen to Will Fox and Aud Andrews' cover of the hit song "Guns for Hire" (Woodkid) from the series Arcane: League of Legends.
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2XmJLFI6BTZn9ss8Q05R4J
Listen and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcEKyih9h-4
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3 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 19 | Resolve (conclusion)
Season 1, Episode 32
Show notes
Havelion resolves to fix things. No matter the cost.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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4 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 18 | Aftermath Part 2
Season 1, Episode 31
Show notes
Lapadine shows Havelion the silver lining. The paladins plan their next steps amid strange dreams.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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7 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 17 | Aftermath
Season 1, Episode 30
Show notes
The paladins' conditions aren't improving, and Havelion vows to fix it.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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Listen to the original soundtrack by Sean Renner
The Madness of Chartrulean is a part of the Fable and Folly Network. Find and support our sponsors at:http://fableandfolly.com/partners
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6 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 16 | The Calamity
Season 1, Episode 29
Show notes
Havelion reels in the aftermath of the calamity, overcome with fear and anger. The paladins face a mysterious illness.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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5 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 15 | Homesick
Season 1, Episode 28
Show notes
Havelion reminisces about the way things used to be, and dreads what comes next.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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7 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 14 | The Orders
Season 1, Episode 27
Show notes
The Nine are called to battle. The godsend canon is tested. Chartrulean withdraws.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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5 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 13 | Progression of The Nine
Season 1, Episode 26
Show notes
The Nine are coming along nicely...as is Havelion's relationship with Homena.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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5 min
Havelion's Journal Entry 12 | Backalley Market
Season 1, Episode 25
Show notes
Havelion and some of the paladins find a little slice of home in Simitu, but it's not without danger. Things at Astreus seem to be in a positive holding pattern.
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Performed by Christian Collado
Original music by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet
Written, directed, and produced by H.M. Radcliff
Casting by Julie Cunningham and Aud Andrews
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11 min
Feed Drop: The Nebulous Saga Part 1 "Captain of the Nebula" Bonus
Season 1, Episode 24
Show notes
Treasure Planet meets Hamlet in this quest for vengeance and truth through the depths of space, from the minds of Jane Maree and Magnus Carlssen. Deep in interstellar space, the notorious pirate Captain Dolion of the Nebula stalks his prey. For ten years he has pursued the Nova Alliance in his vengeance for the deaths of his parents. Ten years he has hunted. Ten years he has dreamed of only one thing: Death to the Nova Alliance. Meeting Jesse Kieffer, cursed with mysterious powers, will force him to come to terms with his humanity, and risk losing—or gaining—the only thing he has left to live for.
PART 1: CAPTAIN OF THE NEBULA
A ten-year crusade reaches a pitched crescendo following a devastating attack on an unsuspecting civilian outpost. A sailor on the renegade starship ‘Nebula’ desperately seeks reason in the wake of the atrocities he witnesses. An old man begs for mercy…and finds none.
Transcripts can be found at thenebuloussaga.com
The Nebulous Saga was written by Jane Maree, and produced by Magnus Carlssen
Casting courtesy of Shogo Miyakita
Music courtesy of Epidemic Sound
Part 1 closing theme by Will Fox
Sound design by H.M. Radcliff
Cover art by Kirk DouPonce
Show art by Madison Brown and Sarah Lisby
Sensitivity review by Noelle Rose
Cast:
Reginald West, as the Ancient One
Magnus Carlssen, as the Narrator
Rhys Lawton, as Captain Peter Dolion
Shogo Miyakita, as Cookie
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