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The Magnus Archives

Rusty Quillwww.rustyquill.com
“Make your statement, face your fear.” A weekly horror fiction podcast examining what lurks in the archives of the Magnus Institute, an organisation dedicated to researching the esoteric and the weird. Join Jonathan Sims as he explores the archive, but be warned, as he looks into its depths something starts to look back… New episodes every Thursday produced by Rusty Quill, featuring guest actors, short stories, serial plots and more. The long awaited continutation The Magnus Protocol launched in January 2024. Season 2 of TMP coming February 27th 2025

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Episodes

The Magnus Protocol 36 - Outside the Box

CAT3RB2153-04082024-28052024 Entrapment (virtual) -/- Isolation (expirimentation) Incident Elements: ·     Panic Attack/PTSD ·     Being Trapped ·     Isolation ·     Time Loss ·     Starvation ·     Manipulation ·     Amputation Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ This episode i...

Apr 03, 202527 minSeason 8Ep. 36

[Early Access] The Magnus Protocol 36 - Outside the Box

Oznob Oznob Oznob! Content Notes: - Creepy Music - Clowns - Implied Peril - Bonzo. Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by Jonathan Sims Script Edited with additional material by Bonzo Executive Producers April Sumner, Alexander J Newall, Jonathan Sims, Dani McDonough, Linn Ci, and Samantha F.G. Hamilton, Bonzo Associate Producers Jordan L. Hawk, Taylor Michaels, Nicole Perlman, Cetius d’Raven, and Megan Nice, Bonzo Produced by April Sumner and B...

Apr 01, 20251 hrSeason 8Ep. 36

RQ Original Feed Drop – Neon Inkwell: Broken Hearted Monsters

This month we are featuring a feed drop for the first episode of a brand-new show on the Neon Inkwell podcast feed: Broken Hearted Monsters. Classic horror meets joyful, bittersweet road trip dramas in this series about grief and acceptance. After Dr Frankenstein is killed by an errant bolt of lightning, his estranged creature, Frank, must travel to his former home for the funeral. Frank, not wanting to face the bitter reality of an unresolved relationship, chooses instead to use it as an excuse...

Mar 28, 202522 min

The Magnus Protocol 35 - Terms and Conditions

CAT1RB4778-14082023-22052024 mascot (incarceration) -/- retaliation (imposter) Incident Elements: ·        Mascots (Bonzo) ·        Murder ·        Graphic Violence ·        Scopophobia ·        Stalking ·        Mentions of: Suicide, Child Neglect, Transcripts available at https://rustyqu...

Mar 27, 202523 minSeason 8Ep. 35

The Magnus Protocol 34 - Eliminations

CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXX ERROR (Unknown Source) Incident Elements: Death Graphic Violence Murder Imprisonment Psychological Torture Suicide Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ This episode is dedicated to Gray Anderson. You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/ Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written&nbsp...

Mar 20, 202522 minSeason 8Ep. 34

The Magnus Protocol 33 - Peer Review

CAT2RB2365-14081996-20052024 Transformation (pier) -/- Fear (void) Incident Elements: Nyctophobia Thalassophobia Abandonment Unreality Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ This episode is dedicated to Addison Wagner. You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/ Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by A...

Mar 13, 202524 minSeason 8Ep. 33

The Magnus Protocol 32 - Restructuring

CAT2RC1475-18032015-17052024 Building (angry) -/- N/A Incident Elements: Unreality Non-consensual mental health detainment/misdiagnosis Disappearance Psychosis/Possession Mentions of: depression, hallucinations, mental instability, PTSD Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ This episode is dedicated to Dan Carlson. You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/ Created by Jonathan ...

Mar 06, 202521 minSeason 8Ep. 32

RQ Network Feed Drop – Not Quite Dead S1: I:The Girl on the Gurney

This month we are featuring a feed drop for an incredible podcast on the RQ Network: Not Quite Dead . Not Quite Dead is a UK-based Gory, Horror, Romance, podcast from the award-winning team behind Spirit Box Radio, Remnants and Clockwork Bird. Follow Alfie, a nurse working overtime when a patient arrives with her throat torn out. This is just the beginning of a terrifying night as Alfie finds himself caught in a battle between the living and the undead. Saved by a mysterious stranger named Caspe...

Mar 04, 202523 min

The Magnus Protocol 31 - Compartmentalising

CAT123RB5555-14052024-14052024 Integration (organic) -/- Computer (Hardware) Incident Elements: Screaming Harsh Language Scopophobia Graphic Violence Mentions of: dismemberment, malnourishment Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/ Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Writ...

Feb 27, 202534 minSeason 8Ep. 31

RQ Network Feed Drop – Wake of Corrosion S1: E01 – Off-Grid

This month we are featuring a feed drop for an incredible podcast on the RQ Network: Wake of Corrosion . Wake of Corrosion is a UK-based Eldritch Horror-inspired audio drama set in a nightmare ridden, apocalyptic world. An unknown horror grips the country, forcing most of the remaining population into shelter. Tune into the broadcasts from Bunker A:12 and join Professor Ryan as he endeavours to find answers in the wreckage. His only lead? The journal entries and personal recordings left behind b...

Feb 17, 202520 min

The Magnus Protocol - Season 2 Trailer

The Magnus Protocol returns, 27 February 2025. You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/   Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by Jonathan Sims Script Edited with additional material by Alexander J Newall Executive Producers April Sumner, Alexander J Newall , Jonathan Sims, Dani McDonough, Linn Ci, and Samantha F.G. Hamilton&n...

Feb 13, 20253 min

The Magnus Protocol Season 1 QnA

Alex and Jonny sit down to answer your burning questions about Season 1 of the Magnus Protocol. Content Notes - Spoilers through Season 1 of The Magnus Protocol and the entirety of the Magnus Archives Produced by April Sumner Edited by Nico Vettese Mastering by Catherine Rinella Join our community: WEBSITE:  rustyquill.com FACEBOOK:  facebook.com/therustyquill X: @therustyquill EMAIL: mail@rustyquill.com   The Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, cr...

Jan 30, 202550 min

Rusty Fears 6 - The Last One to Speak by James Thomasos

This week’s short horror story, The Last One to Speak, inspired by the prompt "Game Show", is written by James Thomasos and read by Billie Hindle Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for the voting form in a few weeks’ time.  Content Notes - Ki...

Jan 16, 202517 min

Rusty Fears 6 - Canned Lights by Autumn Olson

This weeks short horror story, Canned Lights, is written by Autumn Olson and read by Ryan Hopevere-Anderson. Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for the voting form in a few weeks’ time.  Content Notes - Overwork - Darkness - Infestation (cock...

Jan 02, 202514 min

Announcement: 2024 Holiday Update from Rusty Towers

Holiday announcement from CEO Alexander J Newall wrapping up an exciting 2024 ahead of an exciting 2025! We hope you have an excellent New Year! Transcript Links: Merch masterlist: www.rustyquill.com/support   Jon and Martin perfume: https://sucreabeille.com/collections/all/products/jon-and-martin    Ex Altiora perfume: https://sucreabeille.com/products/ex-altiora      Board game late pledge: www.rustyquill.com/boardgame    RQG and TMA dice sets: http...

Dec 23, 20243 min

Rusty Fears 6 - Hades Bay by Jubilee Finnegan

This week's episode is titled Hades Bay this story was written by Jubilee Finnegan. This episode is performed by Anusia Battersby (Gwendolyn Bouchard). The prompt for this winning entry was “Beach”. Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for...

Dec 19, 202413 min

Rusty Fears 6 - Still Camp by Nicole Lark

This story is inspired by the prompt ‘frozen’. It is written by Nicole Lark and read by The Pit Below Paradise 's Victoria Cheng. Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for the voting form in a few weeks’ time.  Content Notes - Petrification - Il...

Dec 05, 202417 min

The Lost Tapes, Tape 3 - Are You Scared?

Part 3 of 3 Content Notes: - Strong Language - Hallucinations/Altered Reality / Unreality - Paranoia - Graphic Violance - Infestation - Drugging - Mass Death - SFX: Bugs, explosions The video version of this episode is available now on YouTube,  WatcherTV.com , or on the WatcherTV app. Are You Scared  is created by Ryan Bergara Story Written by Garrett Werner Directed by Katie LeBlanc Produced by Kat Hartman Executive Producers Ryan Bergara, Shane Madej, and Steven Lim Hosted by Ryan B...

Nov 27, 202425 min

Rusty Fears 6 - The Telescope Game by Ian Martinez-Hay

'Telescope Game' is written by Ian Martinez-Hay and performed by Trice Forgotten  and The  Magnus Protocol ’s Shahan Hamza. Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for the voting form in a few weeks’ time.  Content Notes -Disappearance o...

Nov 21, 202412 min

The Lost Tapes, Tape 2 - Are You Scared?

Part 2 of 3 Content Notes: - Strong Language - Hallucinations/Altered Reality / Unreality - Paranoia - Graphic Violance - Infestation - Vehicle Accidents (air and automobile) - Drugging - Mass Death - SFX: Bugs, explosions The video version of this episode is available now on the Watcher Entertainment Youtube,  WatcherTV.com , or on the WatcherTV app Are You Scared  is created by Ryan Bergara Story Written by Garrett Werner Directed by Katie LeBlanc Produced by Kat Hartman Executive Pr...

Nov 20, 202422 min

The Lost Tapes, Tape 1 - Are You Scared?

Ryan and Shane receive a mysterious envelope containing 3 tapes. In this episode, they listen to the first tape and meet Tommy and Adam- whose reality begins to fray at the seams. Featuring Jonathan Sims and Alexander J. Newall. Alexander J Newall and Jonathan Sims, creators of The Magnus Archives  and The Magnus Protocol,  have leant their voices to Watcher Entertainment to bring you 3 special episodes of their series Are You Scared? Content Notes: - Strong Language - Hallucinati...

Nov 17, 202422 min

Rusty Fears 6 - Hollow by Sam Lazure

'Hollow' is written by Sam Lazure, inspired by the prompt “birds”, and is performed by Sarah Lambie. Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to vote for their favourite. The overall winner will get the opportunity to write a case that will be featured in The Magnus Protocol , so be sure to listen to every story and keep an eye out for the voting form in a few weeks’ time.  Content Notes -Ornithophobia -Cartilogenophobia -Body Horror -D...

Nov 07, 202418 min

The Magnus Protocol - What If #1

We imagine a world in which everyone listened to Colin...   You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/   Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by Alexander J Newall Script Edited with additional material by Jonathan Sims Executive Producers April Sumner, Alexander J Newall , Jonathan Sims, Dani McDonough, Linn Ci, and Samant...

Oct 10, 202413 min

The Magnus Protocol Fluff 1 - Plenty More Fish

Incident Elements: ·       Alexander J Newall. ·       Harsh Language ·       Sexual Innuendo   You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/   Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by Jonathan Sims Script Edited with additional ...

Oct 03, 202413 min

RQ Original Feed Drop - Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later

This month we are featuring a feed drop of a brilliant RQ Original show Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later . Set in ancient Rome Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later is a dramatic comedy of power politics, whirlwind romances, and running fast to get nowhere. Introduction and outro by Billie Hindle. Listen to Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later on The Rusty Quill website , on Acast , or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Transcripts: https://bit.ly/3MNrckc    Content Notes: Abuse of Power (recurri...

Sep 30, 202437 min

The Magnus Protocol - Season 1 Epilogue [+Announcements]

Incident Elements: Screaming Harsh Language   Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/   You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/   Created by Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall    Directed by Alexander J Newall Written by Jonathan Sims Script Edited with additional material by Alexander J Newall Executive Producers April Sumne...

Sep 26, 202412 minSeason 7Ep. 31