Nocturnum Collective

Nocturnum Collective

An anthology audio series of genre-bending tales steeped in mystery, suspense, and horror. Each season presents a new story, unraveling folkloric sagas grounded in reality where would-be history meets elements of the supernatural, the astonishing, or the uncanny. Transporting listeners into wondrous and dark sectors of space and time, whether in search of the sinister things that go bump in the night, uncovering secrets of the decaying unknown, or gazing into the striking depths and torments of the human condition. The paths explored will conjure powerful, remarkable, and lasting images that will stick with you…Enter the NOCTURNUM COLLECTIVE SEASON 1: Killer in the Wind After a near-fatal shooting, a third-generation sheriff must piece his shattered confidence back together and hunt down a mysterious figure terrorizing a small farming community with a series of toxic gas attacks. SEASON 2: Predation Years after surviving a brutal attack, a lonely, unassuming woman once again draws the attention of an opportunistic killer. But he soon discovers hell hath no fury like a woman with a terrifying secret. SEASON 3: The Water’s Edge After being denied treatment by his health insurance, a cancer-stricken ex-con must turn back to a life of crime in order to survive. But a strange discovery during a botched robbery might hold the answer to saving his life if it doesn't get him killed first. SEASON 4: Bury the Ashes A horrible series of events turn a secluded, idyllic island paradise into a nightmare, as a loving couple confronts a mysterious affliction and a castaway desperately searches for help.

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October 31, 2024 34 mins

Sheriff Tripp Ellis is something of a legacy. His father and grandfather both served in the same position as county sheriff in the smallest county seat in East Central Illinois for the last 60 years. And while his family might stake a claim on the law, being a cop isn’t really in Tripp’s blood. But everything changes on a fateful day during a routine traffic stop as he miraculously survives a near-fatal shooting. The road to recove...

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A bizarre murder scene offers challenges for Tripp, as a lack of clues and suspects leaves him facing a steep learning curve. He’s dealt even more adversity when Lark Diaz, the Chicago detective who was serving as interim sheriff in his stead, is called back after a series of bombings leaves the Windy City reeling. Struggling on his own, the stress of the case puts Tripp’s recovery at risk, and his lack of expertise endangers the a...

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November 4, 2024 45 mins

Another grisly murder raises more questions for Tripp. And navigating the search for suspects in the small town he grew up in proves difficult, as he’s forced to take a closer look at friends and acquaintances. Weeks pass, and lack of evidence, coupled with forensic testing hampered by the Chicago bombings, taking priority at the state’s testing lab over the obscure murders in the small farming town – put Tripp at a steep disadvant...

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November 5, 2024 39 mins

As eerie patterns emerge, the case takes an unlikely turn, pointing to similar attacks years before. Leaning on a local biology teacher for assistance, he finds evidence of the origins of the deadly poisons the perpetrator is using. Focused on finding the killer, Tripp begins to suspect someone close to him...but a new person of interest catches his attention.


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November 6, 2024 45 mins

After facing another close call with death, Tripp is gifted some much-needed help in his case as Lark returns from Chicago. Together, with a clearer picture of the killer beginning to emerge, they find new evidence giving insight into the perpetrator’s possible motives. And Arlo harkens back to another historic case that shares mysterious parallels with the attacks happening in Stanfield.


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November 7, 2024 52 mins

With zero hour approaching, Tripp focuses his efforts on a Halloween festival where he suspects the deadly gasser might strike. But as things take a lethal turn, all hope seems lost…until an unintentional search leads Tripp to stumble onto a culprit he could never have expected. It’s the thrilling conclusion of Killer in the Wind.


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December 31, 2024 30 mins

Years after surviving a vicious assault, Sara Ivy still struggles to come to terms with being a victim. But living with her crippling anxiety is becoming too much of a burden to bear.


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January 6, 2025 31 mins

As Sara continues to fight against her ever worsening anxiety, she feels as though she's being followed. 


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January 10, 2025 41 mins

A killer is stalking the shadows, with their sights set on Sara.


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January 13, 2025 34 mins

In the clutches of a serial killer, Sara is primed to become his next victim, but a secret she's been holding back boils to the surface, turning the tables on the would-be murderer. 


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January 14, 2025 34 mins

The hunter has become the hunted, the predator has become the prey, and the horrible secret Sara has been keeping might save her from a vicious killer IF she can survive her harrowing night -- its the thrilling conclusion of Predation.


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March 10, 2025 31 mins

After serving 35 years in prison, Steve Engler is a free man, hoping for an honest life. But his second chance at a fresh start is threatened when a nagging cough turns out to be a possible death sentence. 


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March 11, 2025 23 mins

After being denied treatment by his insurance and unable to afford his costly medication, Steve's forced to turn back to a life of crime. He takes a job from a pair of small-time gangsters who want him to steal back a family heirloom, currently in the possession of a ruthless and reclusive tycoon. 


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March 12, 2025 31 mins

During a robbery, Steve stumbles across something mysterious inside an old safe. But the contents are far more dangerous than he could have ever expected, putting his already compromised life into further peril.


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March 13, 2025 27 mins

Steve's life begins to unravel, as possessing the contents of Herbert Hill's safe puts a target on his head -- and Hill will stop at nothing to get back what rightfully belongs to him.


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March 14, 2025 32 mins

Attempting to rescue Jane and facing a life-or-death situation, Steve tries to double-cross Herbert Hill with disastrous results. But a silver lining amidst the misfortune presents itself.


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March 15, 2025 32 mins

Seeking redemption, Steve travels to Florida in search of a legend of mythical proportions. But his pursuit draws attention from an unexpected source.


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August 10, 2025 20 mins

Veteran CIA agent Fred Pike and his wife Pam have been married a long time, but his job separated them over the years. Their relationship gets a fresh start when Fred is put out to pasture, stationed at an outpost on a secluded island off the coast of Alaska. But the quiet paradise is not all that it seems.


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August 11, 2025 22 mins

Fred sets out in search of their missing dog. Doug stumbles on to the scene of a horrific crime.


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August 12, 2025 20 mins

Doug looks to avoid trouble as someone might be stalking him in the woods. And after a deadly accident, Fred calls for help, but it might be too late. 


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