
The Magnus Archives
“Make your statement, face your fear.” The Magnus Archives is a weekly horror fiction audiodrama 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 continuation The Magnus Protocol launched in January 2024. Season 2 of the Magnus Protocol is ongoing!This multi-award winning and record breaking epic horror anthology features elements of the supernatural and the eldritch while blending genres of horror, mystery, tragedy and romance in to a truly epic metaplot that has captivated millions and helped make The Magnus Archives the worlds most popular horror podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jul 3, 2025 • 25min
The Magnus Protocol 41 - Internal Investigation
CAT1RB5535-17061995-10062024transmutation (organs) -/- experimentation (metal)Incident Elements:· graphic descriptions of post-mortem examinationTranscripts 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 NewallWritten by Alexander J NewallScript Edited with additional material by Jonathan SimsExecutive Producers April Sumner, Alexander J Newall, Jonathan Sims, Dani McDonough, Linn Ci, and Samantha F.G. Hamilton Associate Producers Jordan L. Hawk, Taylor Michaels, Nicole Perlman, Cetius d’Raven, and Megan Nice Produced by April SumnerFeaturing (in order of appearance) Lowri Ann Davies as Celia RilpleyAnusia Battersby as Gwen BouchardSarah Lambie as Lena KelleyBillie Hindle as Alice DyerRobert Vernon as Heinrich UnheilmichDialogue Editor – Nico VetteseSound Designer – Meg McKellar Mastering Editor - Catherine RinellaMusic by Sam Jones (orchestral mix by Jake Jackson) Art by April Sumner SFX from Soundly and Freesound: martinimeniscus, fransiscopcoutinho, TRP, jberkuta14, Uk by Darkproductions_2016, iggy1345, kyles, unkleceeg, Greg_surr, alec_mackay, MWsfx. Additional sounds by Tessa Violet as well as previously credited artists.Check out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates;DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: mail@rustyquill.com The Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2025 • 53min
RQ Network Feed Drop – Ain't Slayed Nobody
Join Jay Arnold, who voices the principled outlaw Lance Kilkenny, Wes Davis as the rugged miner Jeremiah Fensworth, and Chuck Lawrence as the wandering hobo Johnny Rhodes, as they dive into the chaos of the Old West. They discuss the unique motivations behind their characters during a high-stakes hanging, explore moral dilemmas amid dark humor, and navigate the tension of a chaotic shootout. Expect camaraderie and clever banter as they tackle challenges against the backdrop of cosmic horror and lawlessness.

May 15, 2025 • 17min
RQ Network Feed Drop – The Cellar Letters
Nate relocates to the East Coast with his dog, Bella, searching for a fresh start. Upon moving into a seemingly perfect, spacious house, he discovers unsettling noises and a locked basement room. The room contains strange letters hinting at eerie occurrences and ghostly figures. As Nate digs deeper, he confronts not only the mysteries of the house but also the secrets he's been trying to escape. Join Nate and his friend Steve on this chilling quest for answers.

May 8, 2025 • 2min
The Magnus Protocol - Hiatus Announcement
Hello Friends and Fans! Anusia Battersby here, voice of Gwendolyn Bouchard in the Magnus Protocol. We hope you enjoyed the conclusion of Act 1! As with season one, we’ve pre-planned breaks in the release schedule to ensure that our production team has plenty of time to work on the show without experiencing too much crunch. For season 2, these breaks between Acts may be a little longer and more irregular as we balance staff workloads and prep for our full stage performance of Magnus Live: The Hilltop.We have plenty of things in store though. Starting next week, The Season 1 Protocol fancasts will be released to the public over on our YouTube. These were streamed live for our Kickstarter backers and Patreon supporters before the premiere of season 2, and feature myself and other cast members commenting on fan-selected episodes from the first season. So be sure to check us out at youtube.com/c/rustyquill.On top of all the exciting production work at Rusty Quill, we also have several live events coming up if you live in the UK. Join us on Sunday 25th May to celebrate our 10th Anniversary! Alexander J Newall, Martyn Pratt, Helen Gould and James Ross are going to be at MCM Comic Con to look back over the last decade of podcasting from Rusty Quill Gaming to The Magnus Protocol in a panel at 3:15pm on the Live Stage and meet in the Meet & Greet Zone from 12:30pm! You can purchase tickets for MCM now from the MCM Comic Con London website. Or using the link in the show notes.We are also going to be at Norwich Games Fest on May 31st! Members of the cast and crew of our upcoming Neon Inkwell show, Rez High will be speaking at the panel: Changing the Game through Audio Fiction at 3:15pm in the Auditorium. Rez High grapples with timely questions about video games, from accessibility to representation, while sending its cast of irresistible characters on an adventure across both virtual realities and epic, post-apocalyptic landscapes. Join creator Brendon Connelly, director Lucy Wray, editor Katharine Seaton, and performer and disability advocate Lozza Gilbert on Saturday May 31st at the Forum in Norwich and get an exclusive first listen to the trailer. Finally, for those not in the UK, on Saturday, 28th June we will be doing a 10 year anniversary charity livestream over on our Twitch Channel, twitch.tv/rusty_quill. More information on that to come, but we hope you are as excited as us for everything coming this year. We will be back with Act 2 of the Magnus Protocol later this summer. Thanks for listening!Rusty Quill Youtube MCM London Appearance Norwich Games Fest Appearance Rusty Quill Twitch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 2025 • 24min
The Magnus Protocol 40 - Public Image
CAT3RCA2167-23111762-10062024puppet (reanimation) -/- fear (children)Incident Elements:· Puppets· Creepy Children· Childhood Trauma· Graphic Violence· SFX: Screaming, gunshotsTranscripts 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 NewallWritten by Jonathan SimsScript Edited with additional material by Alexander J NewallExecutive Producers April Sumner, Alexander J Newall, Jonathan Sims, Dani McDonough, Linn Ci, and Samantha F.G. Hamilton Associate Producers Jordan L. Hawk, Taylor Michaels, Nicole Perlman, Cetius d’Raven, and Megan Nice Produced by April SumnerFeaturing (in order of appearance) Billie Hindle as Alice DyerDerrick Valen as Dane BowieAnusia Battersby as Gwen BouchardLowri Ann Davies as Celia RilpleyRobert Vernon as Heinrich UnheimlichDialogue Editor – Lowri Ann DaviesSound Designer – Tessa VroomMastering Editor - Catherine RinellaMusic by Sam Jones (orchestral mix by Jake Jackson) Art by April Sumner SFX from Soundly and Freesound: PhonosUPF, StephanBrenn, BenjaminNelan, jcdecha, mincedbeats, BlondPanda, IENBA, deleted_user_2104797, sillygrizzlies, kyles, yatoimtop, Nox_Sound, NachtmahrTV, 6polnic, SpliceSound, gagglepod, yehudalanger, nioczkus, LamaMakesMusic, totalcult, elonen, Kinoton, ValentinPetiteau, cmilo1269, LewisEmmott5, harveyism, Podcapocalipsis, Bemine2506, rupertcole, NoisyRedFox, mitchanary, 200221-WeanBekker, img1020, Sadiquecat, BonginkosiMakhubu190225, femandobatista89, sophiehall3535, rylandbrooks, yosarrian, RossBell, arseniiv, GoatsheadCastleCheck out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates;DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: mail@rustyquill.com The Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 2025 • 19min
The Magnus Protocol 39 - Dependents
In this engaging discussion, Billie Hindle, a voice actor best known for her role as Alice Dyer, dives into the complexities of dependence in relationships. She shares insights on how emotional ties shape decision-making and the balance between personal autonomy and caring for dependents. The conversation also delves into nostalgia, grief, and personal transformation, as characters confront haunting memories linked to Alice's childhood home. Billie explores the intertwining of support, vulnerability, and the impact of trauma on relationships, prompting listeners to reflect on their own connections.

Apr 17, 2025 • 22min
The Magnus Protocol 38 - Circling Back
CAT13RABC2153-13031992-06062024carousel (toy) -/- disappearance (parent)Incident Elements:· Child Neglect· Sinister ToysTranscripts 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 NewallWritten by Amber Devereux and Jonathan Sims for more of Amber's work, visit https://www.tincanaudio.co.uk/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 Associate Producers Jordan L. Hawk, Taylor Michaels, Nicole Perlman, Cetius d’Raven, and Megan Nice Produced by April SumnerFeaturing (in order of appearance) Lowri Ann Davies as Celia RipleyBillie Hindle as Alice DyerAnusia Battersby as Gwendolyn BouchardJonathan Sims as ChesterKatie Seaton as ReceptionistDialogue Editor – Lowri Ann DaviesSound Designer – Tessa VroomMastering Editor - Catherine RinellaMusic by Sam Jones (orchestral mix by Jake Jackson) Art by April Sumner SFX from Soundly and Freesound: ondrosik, alienistcog, 1tmsounds, Carlvus, deleted_user_7146007, exterminat, 1bob, gynation, Ranne_Madsen, usamah, elonen, Kinoton, as well as previously credited artists.Check out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates;DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: mail@rustyquill.com The Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 2025 • 42min
RQ Network Feed Drop - We’re Alive: Descendants - Chapter 1
Dive into a post-apocalyptic world where survivors face the aftermath of a zombie outbreak. Explore the emotional struggles of characters as they uncover dangerous secrets and grapple with their ambitious dreams amid chaos. Enjoy a blend of tension and humor as military protocols are tested and deep conversations about resilience emerge. Watch a new recruit navigate trust issues, and appreciate the immersive audio that draws you deeper into this thrilling narrative. Perfect for fans of intense survival stories!

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Apr 10, 2025 • 28min
The Magnus Protocol 37 - Scrutiny
Beth Eyre, a talented voice actor known for her role as the Archivist/Ashe Pines in The Magnus Protocol, joins the discussion to delve into profound topics. They explore emotional recovery through humor and heartfelt connections. The chaos of an alternate dimension sparks conversations about survival and trust. Themes such as self-perception, invisibility, and the desire for recognition emerge, reflecting deep societal issues. Surreal events and their aftermath create a haunting backdrop, prompting reflections on community and resilience in a nightmarish landscape.

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Apr 3, 2025 • 27min
The Magnus Protocol 36 - Outside the Box
Explore the haunting side of technology with a gripping tale of entrapment through advanced communication tools. Delve into the emotional turmoil of betrayal intertwined with mysterious portals and dark forces. Join a light-hearted discussion on the complexities of orphan processes in computing, and listen as characters navigate their personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the importance of mental health and community support. Transformative change and support take center stage in this captivating narrative.