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The Strangefells: The Death's Left Hand Series


32 episodes


Solo Fantasy Serial Audio Book


Synopsis:

Welcome back to season two! A fully audio-landscaped version of the Death's Left Hand novel series by Gwydion Royce. Season one covers Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia and this second season brings to life Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant. Delve deeper into the world of the Strangefells and follow Evyn as she navigates her return to the life she thought she'd left behind. Each episode is richly landscaped with music and effects so you can immerse yourself fully in the experience. The podcast is edited for time and content, to optimize for a dramatized format and bring you a more mellow version of the book. One chapter released per week!



More about the Death's Left Hand series -


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?



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Format: Audio Book

Continuity: Serial

Writing: Scripted

Voices: Solo

Genres: Fantasy, Horror

Soundscape: Sound effects & music

Completion status: Partial

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Episodes:

An Unexpected Reunion

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 16! Wherein the team learns the truth about the depths of Moreno's treachery. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

atmospheric horror

talk of past trauma/manipulation


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Hanna Ekström, Anna Dager/Distressed

Jo Wandrini/Hypothesis

Sage Oursler/Paranoia

Jo Wandrini/From the Ashes

Luba Hilman/Symmetry


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



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The Beginning of the End

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 15! Wherein the entire team is under attack. For the first time in millennia, the Strangefells brings its battles to the human realm and the end game begins. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

atmospheric horror

explosions/fire/destruction

screaming crowds/mass panic

fire alarms/car alarms

sirens


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Sage Oursler/Paranoia

Bonnie Grace/Make No Mistakes

Frederik Ekström/Devils on the Doorstep 1

Sage Oursler/Lost Senses

Christian Anderson/Dwelling Sunrays

Sage Oursler/Staff of Ulath


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



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The Clave

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 14! Wherein Evyn and Tristan head to the Strangefells to question troublesome sorcerers and Evyn recovers a relic from her past that might help secure her future. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

atmospheric horror


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Hanna Ekström, Anna Dager/Distressed

DEX 1200, Hanna Ekström/Farewell Parade

Ruiqi Zhao/Behind the Shadow

Lennon Hutton/Mirror 45

Eden Avery/Witchcraft for the Ages 

Deskant/Sins of the Fathers


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



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The Waiting is the Hardest

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:24 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 13! Wherein Evyn and the team wait for the Briste to make their next move and Evyn has a run-in with a dangerous elder fae. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

discussion of trauma and the aftermath

monster

steady ticking sound

light romance


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Epocha/The Days We’ve Had

Lama House/Otherworld

Kikoru/Try Not to Worry

Kikoru/Infant Memories

Drift Far Away/Magic Surroundings

Lennon Hutton/Mongolian Barbecue

Hanna Ekström, Anna Dager/Distressed

Dream Cave/Chasing the Truth


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



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What the Heart Wants

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:00:28 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 12! Wherein Tristan is in recovery and Evyn has to come to terms with her true feelings for him. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

reference to supernatural violence

light romance


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Franz Gordon/The Tired Summer

Christian Anderson/Our Secret Failures

Line Neesgaard/Be Silent with Me

Marten Moses/Quietly Tense

Kikoru/Try Not to Worry

Lama House/Otherworld


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



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Bait and Switch

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:00:56 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 11! Wherein Evyn takes a leap to get Tristan back, taking a risk that could cost them both. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

light atmospheric horror

gunfight

supernatural violence


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Wendel Scherer/Hurt

Craft Case/Nerve Twinge

Ruiqi Zhao/Behind the Shadow

Lennon Hutton/Mongolian Barbecue

Experia/Time is Tight

Christian Anderson/Dwelling Sunrays

Experia/Ghosts Everywhere


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


What Was and Is

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:09 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 10! Wherein Evyn gets lost in a memory of her past as she recovers from the injuries she suffered trying to escape the Briste fortress. And she's in for an even more rude awakening upon regaining her senses. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

light atmospheric horror

sharp clock-ticking noise



remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


SFX and music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Blackout Memories/At the Hospital

Drift Far Away/Magic Surroundings

Grant Newman/Clockmaster’s Magic Pendulum

Edward Karl Hanson/Fifth Sin


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


Havoc, Cry

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:00:11 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 9! Wherein Evyn falls under the thrall of Havoc, doing the vampire's bidding without a second thought. And even if Evyn pulls herself out of it, there are more dangers waiting for them. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

paranormal violence

high frequency sounds/droning noise



remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Hanna Ekström, Anna Dager/Distressed

DEX 1200, Hanna Ekström/Farewell Parade


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


The Ancients

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:02 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 8! Wherein Evyn stands face-to-face with the primordial bogeymen. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence

short, high-pitched frequency


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Edward Karl Hanson/Fifth Sin

Luba Hilman/Symmetry

Experia/Traps Everywhere

Dream Cave/Chasing the Truth


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


Here There Be Monsters

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:00:54 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 7! Wherein Evyn finds the artifacts and a whole lot more trouble to go with them. For more information and a complete list of all ten of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Experia/Ghosts Everywhere

Dream Cave/I’m the Villain

Luba Hilman/Fractal Echoes

Cobby Costa/Through Sleep

Edward Karl Hanson/Fifth Sin


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


The Belly of the Beast

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:40 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 6! Wherein Evyn and Tristan search for the key to stopping Moreno's plans and find themselves getting closer than they bargained for. For more information and a complete list of all nine of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

alludes to adult situations

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence

captivity


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Experia/Ghosts Everywhere

Dream Cave/I’m the Villain

Farrell Wooten/Dark Outside

Cobby Costa/Through Sleep


Additional SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Direct MP3 link


Reconciliations & Renegades

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:58:47 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 5! Wherein Evyn reconciles with a druid and makes plans for the most high-stakes mission of her career. For more information and a complete list of all nine of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

mild drug references

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.



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Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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The Shadow of a Thought

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:00:57 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 4! Wherein Evyn reunites with old friends, but struggles to keep things together with her familiar. Just one more bump in the road... For more information and a complete list of all seven of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Lines in the Sand

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:19:42 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 3! Wherein Evyn stands in front of the High Council for the first time since her return and faces some old enemies. For more information and a complete list of all seven of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Book 1, Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Betrayals?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:05 GMT

Welcome back to season 2, episode 2! Wherein Evyn confronts Derfael about his roll in dragging her back into the life, and takes steps to make amends with the Council. For more information and a complete list of all seven of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Many Happy Returns

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:00:12 GMT

Welcome back to season two! Wherein Evyn makes her appeal to Charon and later finds out more about the circumstances that brought her home. For more information and a complete list of all seven of my books available now, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait!


You can also find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia HERE


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

explosions


remeant (adjective): coming back, returning 


You know the situation’s gone awry when you have to talk your way out of the underworld. And this mission isn’t even close to done.


Turns out I’ve been working against the wishes of the Council. And my familiar refuses to keep working with me, which is a whole host of problems on its own…mainly, that it brings Tristan and me closer together. Distractingly so.


When we have to infiltrate the single most deadly lair on this side of the Strangefells for answers, I thought that would be the worst of it. But being surrounded by savage vampires and getting a sneak peek at their gruesome experiments with the ancient magick they’ve uncovered is just the beginning of their end game.


The darkness keeps drawing in and Moreno’s plans, decades in the making, are set in motion. We knew she was devious, but we had no idea how deep she’d embedded herself into our everyday lives. That underestimation might cost us everything.


I’ll do whatever it takes to prevent those monsters, the Ancients, from breathing free air again - sacrifice everything to save the ones I love.


Looks like I’m about to find out if the deal I made with Death is still valid.



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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The Underworld

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 04:00:11 GMT

Welcome back to episode 15! Wherein Evyn and Adrian carry out the heist and get far more than they bargained for. It's the final episode of Season One! Thank you so much for listening, and stay tuned for Season Two! For more information, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


This episode ends on a cliffhanger, so if you can't wait until Season Two to find out what happens, you can skip the wait and pick up Iron-Forge Crossroads: Remeant, today! https://books2read.com/u/3L8eND


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

graphic supernatural violence


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Resurrection

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:00:14 GMT

Welcome back to episode 14! Wherein Evyn's life is saved by a surprising source that may have further consequences. For more information, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror

supernatural/gun violence

blood drinking

near death injury


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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High Order Sorcery

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 04:00:09 GMT

Welcome back to episode 13! Wherein Evyn meets a new informant and runs into further consequences from her past. For more information, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

dog attack

atmospheric horror


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Avenging Angel

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:56:10 GMT

Welcome back to episode 12! Wherein Evyn comes to terms with what her future holds and helps a friend in danger. For more information, visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

domestic violence

atmospheric horror

heavy pulsating music


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Tangled Webs

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:00:06 GMT

Welcome back to episode 11! Wherein Evyn goes clubbing and things go very awry. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

reference to drug use

atmospheric horror

heavy pulsating music


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Old Friends

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:53 GMT

Welcome back to episode 10! Wherein Evyn's meeting with Griselda is expedited and she meets more old friends. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

sirens

vomiting

atmospheric horror


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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The Past is Present

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:00:35 GMT

Welcome back to episode 9! Wherein Evyn delves into her early years and finds out more about the mysterious Stranger. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

dog attack

death of family/missing family members

sirens


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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New Meetings

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to episode 8! Wherein demons are summoned, mistakes are made and new people are met. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

horror elements with blood magic and demons

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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From Bad to Worse

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:00:57 GMT

Welcome back to episode 7! Wherein the real danger behind Evyn's mission is revealed. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

atmospheric horror


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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A Tiptoe through the Super Strange Tulips

Tue, 21 May 2024 04:00:28 GMT

Welcome back to episode 6! Wherein Adrian and Evyn try to work together, and Evyn blows off some steam by visiting the Strangefells, reuniting with another old friend. For more information visit my website at gwydionroyce.com or follow me on facebook and instagram @gwydionroyce. Or use this link to find the book at your preferred retailer and get the whole, unedited story without the wait! https://books2read.com/u/mK2Ex9


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones. Thanks for listening!


Content Warning:

mature language and content

short fight scene

atmospheric horror


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Cry Havoc

Tue, 14 May 2024 04:00:07 GMT

Welcome back to episode 5! Wherein Evyn is in the clutches of one of her oldest enemies and she finally reveals the horror behind her leaving.


For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


Step into the world of the Strangefells. I hope you enjoy your stay...


Podcast can be best enjoyed with headphones.


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

atmospheric horror

reference to the death of a child



About Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia -


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Build a Bridge from Ash

Tue, 07 May 2024 04:00:03 GMT

Welcome back to episode 4! Wherein Evyn meets old friends and enemies and confronts her past.


For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


Step into the world of the Strangefells. I hope you enjoy your stay...


Podcast can be best enjoyed with headphones.


Content Warning:

mature language and content

supernatural violence

past trauma

reference to the death of a child

reference to domestic violence



About Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia -


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?


SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Homecoming Queen

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:39 GMT

Welcome back to episode 3! Wherein Evyn continues getting reacquainted with the city and her past begins to catch up with her.


For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


Step into the world of the Strangefells. I hope you enjoy your stay...


Podcast can be best enjoyed with headphones.


Content Warning:

light atmospheric horror

supernatural violence

past trauma

brief reference to violent crime



About Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia -


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?



SFX and music provided by Zapsplat.com

Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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Look Alive

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:00:44 GMT

Welcome back to episode 2, remastered for a better listening experience! Wherein Evyn gets a call from home, packs up her life and returns to the city. There's no going back now...


For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Step into the world of the Strangefells. I hope you enjoy your stay...


Podcast is best enjoyed with headphones.


Content Warning:

light horror references

supernatural violence

past trauma

brief reference to the death of a child



About Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia -


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?


Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

Erasmus Talbot/Never Look Back

Honeycutts/Travel to Space

Alexandra Woodward/The Enchanted Forest

Eden Avery/Witchcraft for the Ages

Luba Hilman/Symmetry

DEX 1200, Hanna Ekström/Farewell Parade


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A Very Good Place to Start

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:00:34 GMT

Welcome to Episode 1, which has been newly remastered for a better listening experience! Wherein a simple walk in the woods for Evyn and her loyal canine companion, Jake, turns sinister. When a demon comes calling, her quiet life is destroyed and it's only the beginning of the troubles...


For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


Find Trickster's Ashes, the first book in the dark reverse harem fantasy romance series, Primordial Embers, HERE


Content Warnings:

atmospheric horror

supernatural violence


Step into the world of the Strangefells. I hope you enjoy your stay...


Podcast can be best enjoyed with headphones.



About Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia -


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?



Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com


Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com:

They Dream by Day/The Longest Run

Wendel Scherer/A Shallow Grave

Def Lev/Olympus Mons


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An Introduction

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 20:37:16 GMT

A brief introduction to the show and what you can expect from this upcoming season! For more information about me and my books, visit gwydionroyce.com or find Iron-Forge Crossroads: Metanoia at your favorite retailer HERE. Or find me on Instagram @gwydionroyce!


metanoia (noun): a transformative change of heart; changing one’s mind


I stalked the worlds of both mortals and Strangers as a weapon of brutal efficiency… until my conscience got in the way. 


When I signed on to become part of the High Council’s elite force of mercenaries, I expected glory and fortune. I became a living legend, my name feared throughout the Strangefells. But when a routine job took an unexpected turn, my world was upended. The walls I’d built around that little bit of soul I had left came crashing down and I fell. Hard. 


I ran, broken, hiding in a sleepy town and hoping my past would leave me for dead. 


But someone betrayed me. Now the leader of the most savage vampire syndicate in the Strangefells is sighting me in her crosshairs. I have no choice but to allow old habits to take over if there’s any chance of surviving what my enemies have in store. Something that could destroy the world as we know it.


As the dangers rise and I rebuild bridges from the ashes I left behind, I start to realize that I’ve changed in ways I never saw coming. But can a mercenary eager for redemption hope for victory? Or is death the only thing waiting for me?



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Written and performed by Gwydion Royce

Sound design by Gwydion Royce

Cover art by Damonza.com



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