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Spectacle of Power


27 episodes


Solo Fantasy Serial Audio Book


Synopsis:

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. 

 Email for enquiries: loganandtimtravel@gmail.com


Language: English

Format: Audio Book

Continuity: Serial

Writing: Scripted

Voices: Solo

Genres: Fantasy

Soundscape: Voices only

Completion status: Partial

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Episodes:

Chapter 27: 'And Then the Wind Stopped'

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +1300

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 confrontation now awaits.

’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 26: 'The Virtue of a Clean House'

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +1300

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 by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening.

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Chapter 25: 'Masters, Servants'

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +1300

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 Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 24: 'Port-of-Spears'

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +1300

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 narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 23: 'The Kitten of Karston'

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

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 by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 22: 'Pageantry and the Crying Bells'

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +1300

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 design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening.

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Chapter 21: 'Eye of the Crone'

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

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.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 20: 'The Midnight Ecclesia'

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +1300

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, ingestion of blood

 ’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 19: 'The Worthy Sons'

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +1300

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 Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 18: 'Beneath the Burned Grove'

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +1300

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, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 17: 'Bloody Schemes'

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +1300

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 written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

Support the show

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Chapter 16: 'Emperor of the Rock'

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1300

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 by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 15: 'A Diet of Pain'

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +1300

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 suicide

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 14: 'Sorceress'

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +1300

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

’Spectacle of Power’ is written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 13: 'His Name is Rage'

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 03:00:00 +1200

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 to come, so please keep an eye out for any announcements regarding their release. I am really looking forward to updating this story in the near future.

CW: Loss of life through warfare, immolation, profanity

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

Note: ‘The Parting Glass’, a Scottish folk song (in the public domain) is featured at the end of this episode. 

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Chapter 12: 'Ensemble'

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 18:00:00 +1200

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, murder

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 11: 'Hall of Remnants'

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +1200

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

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 10: 'Sea of Dreams and Nightmares'

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +1200

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

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 


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Chapter 9: 'The White Rock'

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +1200

In Atelga, a city in Ithgarod's firing line, Duchess Romah has appointed her lover to coordinate the defence. Some in her company harbour doubts.

CW: Intimate exchanges

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 8: 'Breaking of the Chain'

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +1200

In the pulsating light of the storm, the New Wardens clash with a formidable sorceress. They are left forever changed.

CW: Violence, murder, minor profanity

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening.

Song credit: ‘Faithful’ by Timothy Brunskill. Link to album, The Red Room

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Chapter 7: 'The Tempest and the Lightkeepers'

Mon, 27 May 2024 10:00:00 +1200

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 by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 6: 'Sovereign of Night'

Wed, 22 May 2024 21:00:00 +1200

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 narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
Thanks so much for listening. 

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Chapter 5: 'In the Garden, In the Nest'

Thu, 16 May 2024 20:00:00 +1200

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 design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
You might also like to follow us on Instagram: Official Podcast & Travel Vlog.
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Chapter 4: 'A Drink to Health'

Thu, 09 May 2024 22:00:00 +1200

An unexpected visitor knocks at Marsin Silkwater's door. He brings a controversial proposal... and much more.

CW: Murder, child abduction

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.
Link to the Compendium.
If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
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Chapter 3: 'Friends and Enemies'

Wed, 01 May 2024 01:00:00 +1200

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 sickness

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.

Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
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Chapter 2: 'The Thousand-Bridge City'

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +1200

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

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.

Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)
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Prologue: 'The Shortest Night' & Chapter 1: 'One Foot in Front of the Other'

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +1200

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, profanity

Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill.

Link to the Compendium.

If you would like to support this indie podcast, please consider joining our Patreon (this is a huge help!!)

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