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Artifacts of the Arcane

Jake Kerr | Urban Fantasy | Audio Drama | Full Castpodcastalchemy.studio
The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world.

From Jake Kerr, the Nebula-nominated writer of the popular Thieves Guild epic fantasy podcast, comes the story of an alternate history where the industrial revolution destroyed the world's reliance on magic. In 1938 Manhattan, where magic is practically forgotten, young Tommy Black lives in an apartment with his reclusive grandfather. Until one day on a walk to their favorite restaurant they are attacked by ominous shadow creatures. Shocked to find out that his grandfather is a formerly famous archmage that wields a magical artifact, Tommy is tasked by his grandfather to escape with this artifact—the seemingly useless Staff of Light.

A full cast fantasy, season one follows Tommy as he finds new friends and discovers a world where magic is emerging anew, with the mightiest magic coming from a frightening illusionist in Germany, who is rumored to be able to sway people to his will with his voice. 

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Episodes

Iggy

Weeks of waiting at a military base come to an end with the arrival of a "chaperone" from their superiors. The strange and unsettling Ignatius Lazarus brings vital intelligence about their target's location, but his mysterious demeanor leaves Tommy and Naomi wondering if their new ally can truly be trusted. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Sub...

Jul 21, 202519 minSeason 2Ep. 24

The Great Dragon Zahhak

The staff is not just an artifact; it is a prison. Tommy and Naomi grapple with the knowledge that they wield a piece of the legendary dragon, Zahhak. This revelation clarifies their path forward, but their destructive arrival in France is a stark reminder that the road to freeing a dragon is paved with danger. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience?...

Jul 14, 202513 minSeason 2Ep. 23

The Secret of the Staff

After a dangerous bargain with a fiery Marid secures their passage to Paris, the journey brings a revelation that will change everything. Naomi finally reveals the dark secret behind Tommy's powerful staff, a truth she kept hidden out of a desperate fear for the future of magic itself. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon ...

Jul 07, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 22

On the Train

The plan is shattered. When their illusion fails at the worst possible moment, Tommy and Naomi find themselves trapped and powerless in a train station swarming with soldiers. With their old magic gone, a desperate, newly discovered power is their only chance to reach the departing engine. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patr...

Jun 30, 202510 minSeason 2Ep. 21

The Way Station

An argument over morality forces Tommy and Naomi to confront their pasts, leading to an unexpected understanding. But just as they reconcile, their powers wane, leaving them vulnerable in a town teeming with soldiers and secrets. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first t...

Jun 23, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Implosions and Bombs

Tommy regains control over the Staff, but Ana seems unaffected. With both the Germans and Soviets chasing them, Ana departs with a plan to meet in the future. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first two Thieves Guild ebooks. The next book will be released in 2025 and Pat...

Jun 16, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Princess

A shocking revelation shatters Tommy's understanding of the magical world when a legendary figure steps into the light, claiming a powerful artifact. As alliances shift and the true nature of power is revealed, Tommy faces an impossible choice: unite the artifacts for an unknown purpose or fight to control them himself, even as an unforeseen enemy descends. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifa...

Jun 09, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Following the Lead

With danger closing in, the team races to Toksovo in search of the elusive Angel. But nothing is as it seems at the farmhouse on the hill, where secrets of magic, monarchy, and survival collide over tea—and the past resurfaces in the most unexpected way. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also rece...

Jun 02, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Answers

Secrets and lies unravel as the team delves into the mind of their captive. The true nature of the threat they face becomes terrifyingly clear, leading to a high-stakes gamble that could either deliver them to the Angel or seal their doom. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of t...

May 26, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Illusions in the Bar

A tense operation to seize an enemy agent unfolds in the heart of war-torn Leningrad. Illusions clash with unforeseen defenses, and as the carefully laid trap springs, the team must battle not only their target but also Naomi's consuming rage, pushing them all to their limits The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Pat...

May 19, 202511 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Tears in the Morning Shadows

The ashes of their recent battle have barely settled, and the taste of grief is bitter. Fueled by a burning desire for retribution, Naomi spearheads a daring mission to ensnare their betrayer, pushing her illusionary powers—and the team's fragile unity—to the breaking point. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patr...

May 12, 202511 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Hunting an Angel

A tense arrival in war-torn Leningrad promises a meeting with the elusive Angel of St. Petersburg. But when the rendezvous point erupts in violence, Tommy, Naomi, and Mister Ali find themselves caught in a deadly ambush where powerful magic and devastating illusions collide. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patr...

May 05, 202519 minSeason 2Ep. 13

We Arrive in St. Petersburg

The hunt for the next artifact takes Tommy, Naomi, Mister Ali, and Arkady to the turbulent streets of war-torn St. Petersburg. As Tommy grapples with his frustratingly diminished connection to the staff, practicing his light magic in search of new purpose, the team must navigate the city's chaos to locate the elusive Russian Archmage known as the Angel of St. Petersburg. Amidst simmering tensions between Mister Ali's cautious approach and Naomi's growing power and impatience, Arkady undertakes a...

Apr 28, 202513 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Bait and Hook

Tommy and Naomi discuss magic as they cross the North Sea. While showing off the Hammer of Jamshid, their merchant ship is attacked by a German flotilla. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first two Thieves Guild ebooks. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon ...

Apr 21, 202522 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Naomi and I Make Our Own Plan

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy decides what to do now that he knows there's a second Archmage. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first two Thieves Guild ebooks. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequent books!) for free, too. ---- ...

Apr 14, 202510 minSeason 2Ep. 10

The Last Bastion

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Arkady reveals a shocking story from Russia. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first two Thieves Guild ebooks. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequent books!) for free, too. ---- Find out more about serie...

Apr 07, 202512 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Discussions by Firelight

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy, Naomi, and Mister Ali discuss what is happening with the staff in Naomi's mysterious castle. ---- Want to follow writer Jake Kerr and his posts about writing Artifacts of the Arcane ? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon . Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first two Thieves Guild ebooks. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequen...

Mar 31, 202510 minSeason 2Ep. 8

An Angry Naomi

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy finally reconnects with Naomi. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https://podcastalchemy.studio/th...

Mar 24, 20258 minSeason 2Ep. 7

The Castle That Was a Cabin

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy and Mister Ali travel to meet with Naomi. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https://podcastalchem...

Mar 17, 202517 minSeason 2Ep. 6

A Reunion in the Library

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy returns to the Citadel of Magic. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https://podcastalchemy.studio/...

Mar 10, 202518 minSeason 2Ep. 5

A Change in Plan

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. With no idea what is happening with his power over the staff of light, Tommy makes a new plan and re-unites with a powerful family member. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursda...

Mar 03, 202517 minSeason 2Ep. 4

"Chin up, Black"

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy meets with Vice Admiral Fraser, who will oversee his travel to France. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing i...

Feb 24, 20259 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Tea in the Library

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy joins Lord Ainsley for a conversation. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https://podcastalchemy.s...

Feb 17, 20258 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Visiting an Old Friend

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Welcome to Season Two! Season two begins two years after the conclusion of Season One. Tommy Black travels to the Citadel of England to meet with the one man whose magic may rival his own. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. ...

Feb 10, 202516 minSeason 2Ep. 1

The Second Most Powerful Archmage

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. In this final episode of season one of Artifacts of the Arcane, Tommy attempts to save his friend, the powerful magician, Naomi. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberp...

Feb 03, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 22

The Most Powerful Archmage

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy & Naomi arrive in Persepolis and attempt to free Tommy's grandfather. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothin...

Jan 27, 202519 minSeason 1Ep. 21

An Old Man Gives Us a Ride

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy & Naomi get some help on their journey to Persepolis. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https...

Jan 20, 202512 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Naomi Wears Spectacles

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Tommy & Naomi make it to Persia, but are surprised by what they find. ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is r...

Jan 13, 202519 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Beauty and Pain

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. On the train to Persia ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thursday...

Jan 06, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 18

A Surprise Show of Fear

Artifacts of the Arcane: The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world. Can Tommy escape from the Citadel of London? ---- Find out more about series writer Jake Kerr: https://jakekerr.com Check out our other drama podcasts! The Thieves Guild An epic fantasy centered around the city-state of Ness Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguild Thursday A cyberpunk VR Thriller No one can be trusted when nothing is real....

Dec 30, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 17
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