

The Magnus Archives
Rusty Quill
“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.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 3min
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 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 Sumner Featuring (in order of appearance) David Ault as Warden DaveAmy Brown as Warden HeidiBeth Eyre as ArchivistDialogue Editor – Nico VetteseSound Designer – Tessa VroomMastering Editor - Catherine Rinella Art by April Sumner Music by Sam Jones Check out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quill Support Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates;Phantom Peak – UK immersive experience – 15% discount with this linkDriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.com Join 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. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jan 30, 2025 • 50min
The Magnus Protocol Season 1 QnA
Join Alex and Jonny as they delve into the creative process behind character development, featuring the emotional stakes of horror storytelling. They explore the challenges of collaborative writing across multiple guest contributors, balancing humor with darker themes. Dive into thoughtful representation in casting and the unique fears faced by IT professionals in character creation. Plus, enjoy playful banter about podcast quirks and intriguing fan interactions, all while uncovering the significance of DPHW categories.

Jan 16, 2025 • 17min
Rusty Fears 6 - The Last One to Speak by James Thomasos
Join Billie Hindle, a talented reader known for her captivating storytelling, as she shares James Thomasos's chilling tale, "The Last One to Speak." The story plays out in a macabre game show where contestants confront absurd love-related questions, creating a surreal sense of despair. Expect emotional confrontations that delve into love and connection under the weight of uncertainty. As each horror story unfolds, listeners will have a chance to vote for their favorite, leading to a thrilling twist in the narrative.

Jan 2, 2025 • 14min
Rusty Fears 6 - Canned Lights by Autumn Olson
Dive into a chilling short horror story that explores the oppressive nature of work and the unsettling infestation of cockroaches. Experience the author's haunting journey as they confront the darkness within themselves and the world around them. The narrative captures a struggle between societal expectations and personal redemption, leading to the eerie disappearance of co-workers. This spine-tingling tale is a thought-provoking look at isolation and the shadows that dwell in our lives.

Dec 23, 2024 • 3min
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!TranscriptLinks: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: https://thedicedungeon.co.uk/collections/themagnusarchives TTRPG accessories: https://harpscorp.com/rusty-quill/ TMA RPG: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/the-magnus-archives-roleplaying-game/ TMA RPG expansion sign-up: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/4957ba3d-e68d-4536-ac46-fa32c555fee9/landing Patreon: www.patreon.com/rustyquill Live Show: https://rustyquill.com/event/ Trice Forgotten: https://rustyquill.com/show/trice-forgotten/ Neon Inkwell: https://rustyquill.com/show/neon-inkwell/ Social LinksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/therustyquill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustyquilluk/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rustyquill.com Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rustyquilluk Twitter: https://x.com/TheRustyQuill Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rustyquill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RustyQuill Reddit: reddit.com/r/RustyQuillEmail: mail@rustyquill.comFor ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 2024 • 13min
Rusty Fears 6 - Hades Bay by Jubilee Finnegan
Anusia Battersby, a talented performer known for her captivating voice work, brings life to Jubilee Finnegan's chilling tale, "Hades Bay." The discussion dives into the complexities of human emotions and our relationship with the ocean, highlighting thrilling yet vulnerable moments. Themes of consumption and identity transformation weave through the narrative, illustrating a haunting rebirth into another existence. Listeners can look forward to a public poll to vote for their favorite horror story as the suspense builds!

Dec 5, 2024 • 17min
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- IllnessDirected by April Sumner and Nico VetteseProduced by April Sumner and Nico VetteseEdited, Music and SFX by Nico VetteseAdditional SFX by Meg McKellarMusic by Nico VetteseMastering by Catherine RinellaJoin 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. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 2024 • 25min
The Lost Tapes, Tape 3 - Are You Scared?
Part 3 of 3Content Notes:- Strong Language- Hallucinations/Altered Reality / Unreality- Paranoia- Graphic Violance- Infestation- Drugging- Mass Death- SFX: Bugs, explosionsThe video version of this episode is available now on YouTube, WatcherTV.com, or on the WatcherTV app.Are You Scared is created by Ryan BergaraStory Written by Garrett WernerDirected by Katie LeBlancProduced by Kat HartmanExecutive Producers Ryan Bergara, Shane Madej, and Steven LimHosted by Ryan Bergara and Shane MadejFeaturing Alexander J Newall as 'Adam' and Jonathan Sims as 'Tommy'Additional Voices by Charlie ClayWatcher Entertainment Production StaffAssistant Creative Director Charlie ClayEditing and Motion Graphics by Charlie ClayDirector of Photography Mark CelestinoCamera Operator Annie JeongSound Mixer Brendon RyuIllustrators Rafael Mejia & Mollie OngProduction Coordinators Carter Lau & Violet RawlingsProduction Assistant (Social Media Intern) Emily GrahamPost Production Supervisor Sam YoungDIT/Assistant Editors Andrew Ilnyckyj & Frank ParkerHead of Development Katie LeBlancHead of Production Lizzie LockardHead of Post Production Sam YoungWith Special Thanks to the Team at Rusty Quill (thats us!)For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2024 • 12min
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 of a childDirected by April Sumner and Nico VetteseProduced by April Sumner and Nico VetteseEdited, Music and SFX by Nico VetteseAdditional SFX by Meg McKellarMusic by Nico VetteseMastering by Meg McKellarJoin 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. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 2024 • 22min
The Lost Tapes, Tape 2 - Are You Scared?
In a chilling narrative, mysterious cassette tapes reveal the terrifying power of fear and reality. Chaos ensues as the speakers humorously navigate absurd scenarios while trapped in a dark room. The tension rises when perilous situations blend with dark humor, offering suspenseful moments that leave listeners on edge. Amidst all this, they delve into the importance of life insurance, tackling myths and promoting stability for families. It's a wild ride of comedy and horror, making fear both entertaining and relatable.


