The Madness of Chartrulean

The Madness of Chartrulean

Imagine the next messiah doesn’t come from religion, but from the tech world. Chartrulean abandoned piety for progress, becoming the savior the world needed anyway. But at what cost? The Jhardeho Order named him messiah and taught him that progress means corruption. He defected. Then, House Starbringer handed him the power to end a centuries-long war. What Chartrulean chose split his world in two. Now he fears he was wrong and is haunted by the manifestation of his choices. His troubled past surfaces as fear, anger, and doubt, threatening the fragile relationships he's built. Chartrulean must reconcile with the gods — and kings — he angered — before succumbing to the madness he created. The Madness of Chartrulean is a character-driven sci-fi epic for fans of Dune, Foundation, and Game of Thrones. Blending political drama, Shakespearean tragedy, and mythic futurism, it explores the moral ambiguities of power. Vol. 1 is out now, with over 8 hours of content across 13 full-length episodes and bonus material. Listen anywhere you find podcasts, or dive deeper into the world with the story compendium. To dive deeper into the world of Chartrulean, visit https://www.chartrulean.com

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June 12, 2022 1 min
The Madness of Chartrulean is a character-driven sci-fi epic for fans of Dune, Foundation, and Game of Thrones. Blending political drama, Shakespearean tragedy, and mythic futurism, it explores the moral ambiguities of power, and the hidden dangers of progress. Ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Featuring the voices of Aud Andrews, Christian Collado, Kathleen Klein, Magnus Carlssen, B. Narr, Adrian Galley, Kieran Regan, Ka...
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Arcas trembles in the wake of a cataclysm that pauses an intergalactic war with the Rau. The planet's leaders clamber to receive the Rau's envoy while sweeping any signs of civil unrest under the rug. All the while, strange cosmic forces are at work, warning of impending doom. Chartrulean receives a curious gift and prepares to enter a fraught political landscape. Content warning: explosions, depictions of psychological trauma Ge...
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September 9, 2022 5 mins
Yulia takes us all the way to the beginning of known civilization for an explanation of Arcas' ultimate authority, the Jhardeho Order. Featuring Karin Neill. Compendium entries such as this one help to unpack elements of backstory, as told by different characters, and reveal more detail about the world of Chartrulean. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Starring Karin Neill as Yulia // Written and Produced by H.M. Rad...
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September 15, 2022 37 mins
Chartrulean begrudgingly endures the Starbringer banquet. Yoba introduces him to some of Simitu’s prominent figures, including the Starbringer family itself. King Starbringer kicks off the Age of Azurea in spectacular fashion. Content warning: discussions of racism, genocide, and violence Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer Kathleen Klein as Sophros...
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September 18, 2022 5 mins
Admiral Lapadine tells the story of Chartrulean's coming to Astreus Labs, three years prior to the events of the story. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Starring Reginald West as Admiral Lapadine // Written and Produced by H.M. Radcliff Narration writing assistance by Christian Collado Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet Mix by Edward Calvey & H.M. Radcliff ...
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September 22, 2022 38 mins
Chartrulean gets a taste of the civilian plight. Havelion frets over King Starbringer’s arrival and intentions. King Starbringer declares Astreus a sanctuary for the Jhardekai. Admiral Lapadine hosts a summit where the future of azurea research hangs in the balance. Content warning: food scarcity, psychological distress Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Magnus Carlssen as King Starbr...
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September 29, 2022 40 mins
Following Lapadine’s summit, King Starbringer commissions a special ship for Sophrosyne. Negotiations with the Rau begin as King Starbringer reflects on defining moments in his own leadership. Yoba plays a dangerous game with the Rau. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Christian Collado as Havelion Angela LaRocca Hochman as Cythaelia Kathleen Klein as Princess Sophrosyne Starbringer ...
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September 29, 2022 4 mins
King Starbringer reflects on the Starbringer Dynasty's past, present, and future. Content warning: discussion of genocide and violence Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Starring Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer // Written and Produced by H.M. Radcliff Narration writing assistance by Christian Collado Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet Mix by Edward Calvey &am...
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October 6, 2022 40 mins
Sophrosyne remembers the strange letter left by her late mother and grapples with feelings of inadequacy. Chartrulean’s anxiety spirals out of control after the day’s disastrous events. Content warnings: depictions of anxiety and depression, layered voices, references to child abuse, psychological distress Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Jacob Bachman as Child Chartrulean Ma...
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October 13, 2022 28 mins
Sophrosyne makes a pitch. Cythaelia is given a crash course in Astreus’ innovative new wearable tech. A new political foe enters the arena. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Christian Collado as Havelion Angela LaRocca Hochman as Cythaelia Kathleen Klein as Princess Sophrosyne Starbringer Punyaha Mukherjee as Abraset Nina Nikolic as Borsha Abraham Shaw as Josquin Narrated by Mic...
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October 20, 2022 35 mins
Yoba reminisces about meeting Chartrulean as students at Idrica Seminary. Sophrosyne and Chartrulean have a disagreement. King Starbringer, Yoba, Lapadine and Chartrulean discuss Arcas’ past, present, and future. Content warning: food scarcity, animal hardship, psychological distress Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Cal Barton as Young Chartrulean Megan Bernasco as Seminary Student...
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October 26, 2022 37 mins
Yoba confronts Chartrulean about his passive behavior with the Starbringers. Josquin puts on a show for not being invited to the banquet. Chartrulean finds himself on uncertain terms with his protege while grappling with the implications of losing his “superman.” Content warning: Physical altercation, spooky layered voices, loud noises Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Magnus C...
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November 2, 2022 9 mins
In Episode 1, how did Artedemis manage to traverse a blizzard of acid snow? Who is this mysterious Dr. Fillion? This bonus scene answers these questions. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Shogo Miyakita as Dr. Fillion Boyd Barrett as Artedemis // Written and Produced by H.M. Radcliff Narration writing assistance by Christian Collado Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Qua...
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November 10, 2022 33 mins
The Rau unfurl their nefarious plan, and Cydar is left in critical condition. Yoba confronts Imsep about his “friends” while Loam suffers a mysterious infliction. Sophrosyne barges into Astreus to put some closure to her and Chartrulean’s disagreements. Havelion asks a favor. Content warning: body horror, food scarcity Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Chris Bellinger as ...
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November 17, 2022 5 mins
Magogoso gives us a glimpse at Arcas' past, and a take on what makes the Mystic Jhardeho different from modern Jhardeho.  Content warning: discussion of genocide and violence Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Steve Lefever as Magogoso // Written and Produced by H.M. Radcliff Narration writing assistance by Christian Collado Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet...
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November 17, 2022 44 mins
Chartrulean suffers a gruesome nightmare before seeking out an old friend. While searching for answers about Sophrosyne’s lineage, he finds only more questions. Imsep goes to enjoy his favorite drink. Content warnings: Psychological distress, suffocation, graphic violence, murder Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Bryan Bochman as New Regime Operative Chris Bellinger as Wolf Jhardeka...
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December 1, 2022 35 mins
The mysterious Dr. Fillion finally surfaces. Chartrulean finds Nicola wandering in strange places. Imsep storms the Jhardeho temple while Loam delivers a message. Sophrosyne finally opens up to Chartrulean about her dream. Content warnings: loud noises, ethereal whispers, psychological distress Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Christian Collado as Havelion Maxine du Maine as Nicola Adri...
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Maldoro reflects on the meaning of progress. Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Starring Adrian Galley as Maldoro // Written and Produced by H.M. Radcliff Narration writing assistance by Christian Collado Original score by Sean Renner, performed by Sean Renner and the Invoke String Quartet Mix by Edward Calvey & H.M. Radcliff Casting by Julie Cunningham & Aud Andrews /// Listen to the original soundtrac...
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December 8, 2022 38 mins
King Starbringer spirals as the Rau drag out the negotiation process. The Rau visit the Jhardeho Temple and set new schemes in motion. Sophrosyne falters under the pressure of the tasks put before her by Havelion and Lapadine. Astreus receives a surprise visitor. Content warnings: Drowning, death, body horror Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer Adrian Gal...
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Astreus is thrown into a tailspin with the arrival of a new visitor. Sophrosyne takes the mystery of her dream into her own hands. Havelion confronts Chartulean about the future of Astreus. Content warnings: Depictions of drowning, body horror, severe weather, baby crying, psychological distress Get ad-free listening on Patreon Transcripts Aud Andrews as Chartrulean Magnus Carlssen as King Starbringer Christian Collado as Hav...
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