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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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
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.
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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.
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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…
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
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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.
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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 spear…
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
C…
Chapter 19: 'The Worthy Sons'
Over the course of a night, Caspir and Inarien's relationship irrevocably changes.
CW: Sexual references, homophobia
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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
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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
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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
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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…
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:…
Chapter 13: 'His Name is Rage'
With limited support from her allies, Atelga comes under attack. How will Lenox, Lyseth and Romah fare in the chaos of war?
This concludes the first act of Spectacle of Power. There are two more acts…
Chapter 12: 'Ensemble'
Lenox arrives in the city of Atelga, Asher receives unsolicited advice, Romah grows concerned about her lover, and Ithgarod enjoys a drink with an imprisoned spy.
CW: Reference to nudity, torture, mur…
Chapter 11: 'Hall of Remnants'
The New Wardens, accompanied by Proctor Lingarda, meet with the reclusive Lord and Lady of Essward. In a gallery of statues, secrets are revealed.
CW: Violence
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Chapter 10: 'Sea of Dreams and Nightmares'
Karnek and the others set sail for the island of Essward. While Caspir bonds with the crew of the Noonriser, Nima finds that her dreams are haunted.
CW: Reference to slavery
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