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The Thieves Guild

Jake Kerr | Epic Fantasy | Audio Drama | Thieves Guild | Full Castpodcastalchemy.studio
Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.

From Nebula, Sturgeon, and StorySouth Award nominee Jake Kerr comes an epic fantasy story in the spirit of pulp fiction classics--a serial adventure that grows in scope every week. The Thieves Guild tells the story of Ralan, a street rat who quickly rises to become the guildmaster of the seemingly powerless and symbolic Thieves Guild. Dive into a rich world of geographical conflict and political intrigue that ignites epic battles and civil war. Uncover forgotten magic, swashbuckling adventure, secret societies, and witness heroic feats in this full cast fantasy audio drama.

The Thieves Guild is the story of a young man thrust into a role he never expected to fill. And what’s with all the dragon geographic names? Is there a long-forgotten dragon waiting in the mountains?

Interested in the development of the complex story and want to know how writer Jake Kerr puts it together every week? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon. Love world building? Want ongoing updates? Free Patreon members get ongoing story updates with interesting reference material about the guild hierarchy, geography, and history. 

If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.


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Episodes

The River

Tensions flare over dwindling torches and Prosper's reluctance to use magic. Following moisture leads them to an underground river, but their hopes are shattered when a tragic accident occurs while clearing the path. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested i...

Feb 14, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 29

Karch & Vesper

Karch expertly manipulates the incompetent Keres, seizing control of the Merchant Guild seal and effective power. Elsewhere, Vesper overhears crucial intel about Alard's fate, sparking a risky new plan to intervene. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in...

Feb 07, 202512 minSeason 3Ep. 28

Let the River Run Red

Thrust into command with no orders, Rogers rallies a meager force to retake Trader's Bridge from the Knights. Victory seems impossible until the arrival of Raef, an unassuming master bowman with legendary skill. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in the...

Jan 31, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 27

The Prisoner and the Crown

Alard endures solitary confinement, finding strength in discipline and reflection on allies and enemies like Vesper. Meanwhile, Wilhelm leads his army towards Ness's gate, plotting a surprise attack but troubled by the mysterious southern approach. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening furthe...

Jan 24, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 26

A Great Wizard

Ralan learns his visitor's name—Rebecca—and her connection to Pietro. Their tense discussion delves into forgotten history, revealing cryptic steps involving Ralan's seal and Rebecca's true, demanding purpose for him. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested ...

Jan 17, 202511 minSeason 3Ep. 25

Blood And Vermin

Tensions rise over Prosper's reluctance to use magic light. He reveals a startling alternate history of Dragon Pass before supplies run low. Scouting for food leads to a brutal creature attack, forcing another costly use of healing magic. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the s...

Jan 10, 202516 minSeason 3Ep. 24

It Begins

War erupts as Harvest forces take Trader's Bridge. While Orion and Karch grapple with this, Vilo faces a new, overwhelming threat from the plains, and Raef accepts his lonely command, leaving multiple crises hanging in the balance. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. -...

Jan 03, 202513 minSeason 3Ep. 23

A Reluctant Guildmaster

With Ralan and Alard missing, Raef reluctantly steps into leadership, organizing searches. His newfound authority is immediately tested by a message from Guildmaster Polo, delivering shocking news and a stark ultimatum. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Intereste...

Dec 27, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 22

Courage Rewarded

After recounting his harrowing tale, Rogers faces Polo's probing questions about the Thieves. Polo unveils his plan for war and unexpectedly promotes Rogers to Captain, placing him in a powerful but precarious position. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Intereste...

Dec 20, 202413 minSeason 3Ep. 21

An Unlikely Partnership

Karch's mission takes a sharp turn when confronted by Vesper. After a tense exchange revealing Vesper's complex loyalties, Karch proposes a bold, deceptive plan to manipulate Saxe, leading to a brutal, unexpected twist. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Intereste...

Dec 13, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 20

Lies

Alard uses his sharp mind to expose his deceptive cellmate, then relies on brute force despite his injuries. Escaping the cell, he tries a risky diplomatic approach at the next door, but his captors respond only with violence. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- In...

Dec 06, 202410 minSeason 3Ep. 19

Questions And Answers

Ralan's imprisonment takes a strange turn when a mysterious woman appears in his cell. She toys with him, reveals hidden escape tools, and hints at deep knowledge of Pietro before dropping a stunning personal revelation. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- A short episode this holiday week in the United States, but an important one. We introduce a new character and start to get more perspective on the global politics outside of Ness. --- Intimidated that you're doze...

Nov 29, 20248 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Introducing Artifacts of the Arcane!

Today we bring you a special episode to introduce you to a fantasy audio drama podcast that we think you'll love… Artifacts of the Arcane . Written by Nebula Award nominee Jake Kerr, this series follows Tommy Black, a teen living in an alternate history where the industrial revolution has pushed magic to the brink of extinction. When Tommy discovers he has a connection to this dying magical world, he's thrust into a dangerous adventure that will challenge everything he knows about his family, hi...

Nov 27, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 17

The Southern Gap

The path home for Maela and Darla has guardians. A fierce fight showcases Prosper's magic, but Katrina later reveals the dark secret behind it—a cost that erodes the wizard's soul and adds a new layer of danger to their journey. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- ...

Nov 22, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 16

The Outer Fields

Rogers' journey with Vilo deepens his understanding of the Rangers and Thieves' complex relationship. Arriving at Harvest House, his firsthand account of the battle in the Pit unexpectedly grants him an audience with the reclusive Guildmaster Polo. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening furthe...

Nov 15, 202415 minSeason 3Ep. 15

The Golden Apple

While Karch grapples with the contents of Orion's risky letter and his own dwindling options, the storyteller inciting rebellion in the tavern reveals his true, deadly identity, confronting Karch directly. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in the devel...

Nov 08, 202416 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Two Prisoners

Alard awakens captive in darkness, learning shocking news about Polo's fate from his mysterious cellmate. Miles away, Ralan explores his own strange prison, uncovering a stunning secret about Pietro's hidden past. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in t...

Nov 01, 202415 minSeason 3Ep. 13

The Three Diaries

Raef hits a frustrating dead end deciphering Pietro's diaries, suspecting hidden secrets. His research crisis is eclipsed by devastating news: both Ralan and Alard are missing, plunging the Thieves Guild into leaderless uncertainty. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. ...

Oct 25, 202410 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Prosper

After overcoming a second invisible guardian, the group reaches Prosper. A display of healing magic reveals its unexpected price, while Prosper's controlling nature immediately clashes with Maela's caution about their next move. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- ...

Oct 18, 202413 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Rage

Vesper arrives at the Golden Wand, playing the role of a traumatized survivor. He delivers a masterful performance, sharing tales of cruelty and conspiracy that ignite anger and suspicion among both Harvest and Merchant patrons. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- ...

Oct 11, 20249 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Trust

Ralan delivers urgent news to Wilhelm, but the information backfires. The Outlander leader scraps the diversion and initiates an all-out attack on Ness, seizing the moment. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in the development of the complex story and w...

Oct 04, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 9

The North Road

Alard's Ranger disguise isn't enough to navigate the tense city streets. Cornered by guards and recognized by angry citizens, his attempt to flee ends in a brutal takedown and capture by an unknown authority. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in the de...

Sep 27, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Another Assistant Guildmaster

Karch endures kitchen duty until Saxe grants him a surprising promotion to Assistant Guildmaster, immediately tasking him with a perilous diplomatic mission: deliver Orion's letter directly to Polo. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in the development ...

Sep 20, 202410 minSeason 3Ep. 7

A Disastrous Mistake

Ralan seeks out Ranger Captain Jesser, revealing his identity and past Outlander contact. But Jesser delivers stunning news about the Rangers' own plans, revealing a disastrous miscalculation that sends Ralan scrambling to prevent catastrophe. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in ...

Sep 13, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Truth and Lies

Rogers' journey with Vilo becomes a lesson in geography and trust, as Vilo reveals he knows Rogers' secret. The perilous river crossing leads to an even more shocking revelation: the contents of Quinto's letter, detailing a bold, treacherous plan. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further...

Sep 06, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 5

The Ghosts of Dragon Pass

Maela and Darla gain the trust of Katrina, who shares her tragic past and the wizards' version of Ness's history—a tale of betrayal and escape. This shared understanding leads Katrina to offer a dangerous alliance and a secret path home. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the st...

Aug 30, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 4

A Fork in the Road

Maela and Darla's journey through the wilderness strengthens their bond as they search for the path home. Following a stream leads them not to the mountain yet, but to an isolated cabin where a terrified local reveals the harsh realities and judgments of life outside the wizards' society. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know s...

Aug 23, 202411 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Fanning the Flames

Vesper begins his mission to sway Harvest opinion. After testing a fabricated story on a bridge guard, he commits to the plan, acquiring a convincing disguise from the ruins of the Green Belt before heading to a key Harvest gathering place. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the...

Aug 18, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 2

A New Job

Karch begins his new life as a Knight, enduring Saxe's drunken pronouncements. His hopes for a position of influence are dashed when Saxe assigns him a surprisingly menial—and challenging—new role within the Tower. Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for. --- Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story. --- Interested in ...

Aug 09, 20247 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Celebration

This week we celebrate our hundredth episode of The Thieves Guild . We do so with a special interview with series writer Jake Kerr by our esteemed narrator, George Turner. Kerr discusses his writing background, the writing process of the The Thieves Guild , what the future will bring, and he also drops a surprise at the end! This episode contains some mild spoilers, so if you haven't listened to the first 99 episodes, you may want to check them out before listening to the interview....

Aug 02, 202436 minSeason 2Ep. 38
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