Welcome to the first episode of this season of Enthusigasm!
Today, April, Frank, Hannah, Helen, and Jonny talk about what makes an urban legend, creepy stories from their hometowns, and what cryptids they would be if they had to choose. (Yes, Mothman makes the list!).
Transcripts
Word: https://bit.ly/3DekT1C
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Rusty Quill presents a brand new chat show! Enthusigasm is a light-hearted podcast hosted by our very own Helen Gould.
In each episode, she invites her guests to discuss a topic that they're enthusiastic about: from pets and pirates to magic and monsters. You’ll be hearing from Rusty Quill regulars, people from the RQ Network, and lots of the friends that we’ve made along the way.
Plus, if you’re a Rusty Quill patron, you’ll get early access to an extra-long director’s c...
2021-10-07 16:56:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The Fear returns.
In the first of 5 winning entries for Rusty Fears 5, Rusty Quill presents; "Casting Line" written by Sarina H, directed by Maddy Searle and performed by Karim Kronfli.
Note: this is a piece of stand-alone fiction and not a part of the Magnus canon.
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Join Alex, Helen, Bryn, Lydia, and Ben as they reach the rooftops of London.
This week Zolf approves of a parting quote, Cel can create a diversion, Hamid offers to go instead, and Azu summons an old friend.
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In which Casper introduces us to the vigilant guards of Rusty Towers.
Featuring, this time: Casper Brankin-Newall, Kit Seaton, Tikka Vroom, Chewie Sumner, and a moth.
Drawn by Tessa Vroom.
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Part 1
Image ID: Pets of Rusty Towers, Episode 1: The Moth, part 1. This is a vertical, three panel comic.
In the first panel, a stripy grey cat in a blue bowtie raises his paw. He says: "Hello there, Casper Brankin Newall here."
In the second panel, C...
2021-10-04 16:01:04 +0000 UTC View PostHi folks,
We hope you’ve had a good week. There’s a lot to cover in today’s newsletter, so let’s get straight to it!
Firstly… Enthusigasm launch week is here! On Thursday 7th October, we’ll be releasing two early access, extra-long episodes of Enthusigasm to our Patrons, plus the series trailer. Joining host, Helen Gould (one of the best Rusty Quillers), in episode ...
2021-10-04 15:00:13 +0000 UTC View Post
"So... I'm currently in a stalemate with my cat. I'll see if I can show you the situation. He hasn't moved for four minutes!"
2021-10-01 15:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
It's the finale of Camp Flying Moose for Girls of all Kinds, and our girls head to the cabin to see if the answers they seek lie there...
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Join Alex, Helen, Bryn, Lydia, and Ben as they reach an agreement and have a strange but lovely celebration.
This week Zolf gives a kingly gift, Hamid smashes the stone, Cel makes literary references, and Azu remembers a recent event.
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Hi folks,
Here in the UK, the season is beginning to change – the leaves are turning red, there’s a chill in the air and the phrase “pumpkin spice” has started to appear in cafés across the country. Spooky season is nearly upon us! As October begins, we have a month of seasonal specials for you to enjoy. After next week’s episode, Rusty Quill Gaming will go on a short mid-season break ahead of the final, climactic episodes. In its p...
Case #0161203
Statement of Martin Blackwood, archival assistant at the Magnus Institute, London, regarding a close encounter with something he believes to have once been Jane Prentiss.
Content warning: images of insects, worms.
2021-09-24 15:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
In part 2 of Camp Flying Moose for Girls of all Kinds, Violet has a run in with authority, before joining Ivy & Rowan to continue their investigations into the weird happenings at camp.
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Featuring Sasha Sienna, Annie Fitch, Frank Voss and Lowri Ann Davies.
For more information about
Join Alex, Helen, Bryn, Lydia, and Ben as they are offered a suspicious bargain.
This week Hamid gives a greeting, Azu leaves footprints, Cel asks after the predicament, and Zolf notices one of their companions is having a rough time.
Content Notes:
Hi folks,
Thank you for your patience last week as we worked on providing a statement on recent events for you all. In case you haven’t yet had a chance to read our statement, please view it on our website.
As you may have seen, we have decided to delay the launch of our new podcast Enthusigasm 2021-09-20 15:03:39 +0000 UTC View Post
As you may have already spotted, we’ve got something to tell you – Enthusigasm is officially back!
The series goes public Friday, 8th October at 4pm BST, but patrons get a special treat!
The extended cut of both Episode 1 and Epsisode 2, as well as the audio trailer will be available exclusively to patrons in the week leading up to public rele...
2021-09-19 15:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Get a detailed look at the dangerous terrain LOLOMG traversed beneath Svalbard!
Created by Alexander J. Newall.
2021-09-17 15:00:08 +0000 UTC View PostHello all,
As mentioned on Monday, please see our full statement on the events of the past week here on the website:
Statement on the closure of the Discord and recent allegations
Due to the length this is separated into sections within the above post.
If you have any questions or concerns about what we have said, please feel free to commen...
2021-09-15 15:33:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Join us at Camp Flying Moose for Girls of all Kinds, a TTRPG created by Alicia Furness.
In this first instalment of three, we meet Ivy, Rowan, Violet and their fellow campers who are about to be thrown into a world of adventure and mystery.
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Featuring Sasha Sienna, Anni...
2021-09-15 15:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Join Alex, Helen, Bryn, Lydia, and Ben as they realize they are not alone in these tunnels.
This week Hamid suggests a trap, Zolf detects a sinister taste in the air, Azu keeps silent, and Cel comprehends something horrible...
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[Edited 15.9.2021 to reflect new release dates]
Hello everyone,
Thank you for bearing with us in the delay to this week’s schedule! This Sunday, we look forward to giving you the first sneak peek into next week’s premiere of Enthusigasm.
For those of you who may not have checked out the original, Patreon-exclusive, pilot season of Enthusigasm, let’s do a quick re-introduction. Enthusigasm
Hi everyone,
Unfortunately, this will be a short update today rather than our normal newsletter, and I apologise for the delay to normal scheduling.
As you may be aware, we have had to pause our Discord server. Our moderators have resigned, and so we were no longer able to safely maintain the space. We understand their reasons for doing so and wish all of them well. We also apologise for any hurt that we caused them during their time with us, whether through miscommunication or u...
2021-09-13 17:37:13 +0000 UTC View PostWe gave him a script and we asked him to be 'cheerful and obsequious'. This is what we received.
- Katie
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Editing by Nico Vettese and Katie Seaton
Musical interpretation by Katie Seaton
Mastering by Jeffrey Ni...
2021-09-10 15:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
No Love For Spies
No one understands Hartro and her world...
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This is #4 of 4 of our Stellar Firma mini-anthology.
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Discussions of: poisoning & death.
Mentions of: threats of violence, food, restraints.
SFX: ongoing buzzi...
2021-09-09 15:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Jurgen Leitner, somewhat reluctantly, helps out around the Archives.
Note: this is a piece of stand-alone fiction and not a part of the Magnus canon.
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Join Alex, Helen, Bryn, Lydia, and Ben as they set out on their final mission.
This week Azu destroys the doorbell, Cel double-checks, Zolf has some insights, and Hamid recalls past explorations.
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Hi folks,
We hope you were excited as we were about all of the news, updates and announcements we had last week. In case you missed anything, let’s do a quick recap.
On Monday, we announced the second wave of podcasts joining the RQ Network. The five incredible shows are: We’re Alive, I am in Eskew, The Silt Verses, The Milkman of St....
2021-09-06 15:10:20 +0000 UTC View Post
[Image Alt Text: six images, two rows; top left, portrait of Nemo Martin; top center, nautical theme background with title Trice Forgotten; top right, portrait of Morgan Givens; bottom left, portrait of David K Barnes; bottom center, mosaic with spilled wine titled Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later; bottom right, portrait of Amani Zardoe; on black background, center bottom text reads Rusty Quill]
Rusty Quill’s Production team have been working tirelessly over the summer to band together ...
2021-09-03 15:01:03 +0000 UTC View Post
We all know our favorite halfling sorcerer is a connoisseur of the arts - let's hear his take on some famous works by the Bard!
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Performed by Bryn Monroe.
Featuring pieces from William Shakespeare's Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and The Tempest.
Transcripts:
PDF: https://bit.ly/3yHvIq4
DOC:
2021-09-03 15:00:07 +0000 UTC
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Hey folks!
A little bonus bit of news from Rusty Towers. This one has been burning a hole in our pockets, and so we are thrilled to announce another new show!
We would love to point your attention to the exciting new promo image for an upcoming Rusty Quill audio drama production below....
[Image Alt Text: Mosaic floor with spilled wine and Roman coins and marble bust, reads Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Late...
2021-09-02 18:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
David's Place
For Board's sake, no one tell David 7 about the fourth wall.
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This is #3 of 4 of our Stellar Firma mini-anthology.
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Content warnings:
SFX: whistling, canned laughter & applause, continuous meowing.
Thank you to all our Patreons for your continued support.
Created by Tim Meredith and Ben Meredith
Produced by Katie Seaton
Ex...
2021-09-02 15:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post