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The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world.From Jake Kerr, the Nebula-nominated writer of the popular Thieves Guild epic fantasy audiobook podcast, comes the story of an alternate history where the industrial revolution destroyed the world's reliance on magic. In 1938 Manhattan, where magic is practically forgotten, young Tommy Black lives in an apartment with his reclusive grandfather. Until one day on a walk to their favorite restaurant they are attacked by ominous shadow creatures. Shocked to find out that his grandfather is a formerly famous archmage that wields a magical artifact, Tommy is tasked by his grandfather to escape with this artifact—the seemingly useless Staff of Light.A full cast fantasy serial audiobook with new chapters every week, Artifacts of the Arcane follows Tommy as he finds new friends and discovers a world where magic is emerging anew, with the mightiest magic coming from a frightening illusionist in Germany, who is rumored to be able to sway people to his will with his voice. ---CREDITS ✍️ Writer: Jake Kerr🎙️ Showrunner: Jake KerrProduction NoteThis production utilizes the latest technology in content creation, including audio, visual, and production tools powered by AI under the design and direction of showrunner Jake Kerr.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!The Thieves GuildAn epic fantasy centered around the city-state of NessSome secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.https://podcastalchemy.studio/thievesguildThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.https://podcastalchemy.studio/thursday----Find out more about writer Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.comThis show includes AI-generated content.

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2026/01/12

A detour through the German countryside leads Tommy and Naomi to Völklingen—not just a factory, but a prison of fire and iron. With the enemy anticipating their arrival and the locals terrified of the "Black Witch," the duo realizes that stealth is no longer an option. Below them, the enslaved Ifrit scream within the blast furnaces; ahead of them lies a legion of soldiers. As they descend into the smoke, they aren't just running from the war anymore; they are about to become it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naomi Drives a Car

2026/01/05

Desperate to speed up their journey to Berlin, the team stumbles upon an abandoned German military vehicle. But stealing a car is one thing; driving it is another. What follows is a chaotic, near-disastrous lesson in mechanics as two powerful magicians and a dog try to survive the most dangerous weapon they've encountered yet: a stick shift.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pleasant Dreams

2025/12/29

Sleep is impossible when wearing the stiff, heavy Coat of Invincibility, but taking it off means terrifying exposure to the Cup of Jamshid. Caught between exhaustion and danger, Tommy offers a physical solution to a magical problem, turning a miserable night in the dirt into a personal moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Someone New Joins The Team

2025/12/22

Entering Nazi Germany was supposed to be a stealth mission, but cruelty at a border checkpoint changes things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Demon in the Black Dress

2025/12/15

Tensions flare on the road to Saint-Avold as Tommy and Naomi struggle to adjust to their reversed roles. But the real test comes in the town square. Confronted by armed locals, Naomi doesn't hesitate, brushing them aside with a flick of her wrist. The ensuing silence reveals a chilling truth: the "Black Witch" is no longer just a nickname; it's a terrifying reality for the local populace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mantle of a New Archmage

2025/12/09

Trapped in a frozen moment, a stubborn Naomi refuses to wear the Coat of Invincibility until Tommy reveals the strategic reason behind his sacrifice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Realization and a Sacrifice

2025/12/01

Hunted and alone in the woods, the team is ambushed by a German force that knows their every move. As the enemy commander leverages the lives of Tommy's family and friends, a shocking realization strikes Tommy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iggy's Problem

2025/11/24

With Naomi unconscious and the Germans in pursuit, Iggy confronts Tommy with a hard truth: his desire to free the dragon may be a catastrophic mistake. But under the growing influence of the artifacts, Tommy rejects the Ifrit’s warning, deepening the rift between the Archmage and his protector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Illusion of the Black Witch

2025/11/17

A German bomber attack on a dark French road puts the team in mortal peril. While Tommy's invincibility is proven, Naomi is left desperately weak. As the plane circles for a second pass, Tommy—influenced by the artifacts—makes a shocking decision, forcing a nearly-unconscious Naomi to save them with a desperate, last-ditch illusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eggs

2025/11/10

A stop in a quaint French village does little to ease the growing tension between Tommy and Naomi. As Tommy struggles to understand why she's upset, his attempts to explain his grand mission only make things worse. It's only after a chance ride in a farmer's wagon—and an embarrassing accident—that the ice is finally broken.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Car Crash

2025/11/03

Forced to travel on foot, the team's internal tensions explode into a heated argument about respect and safety. Their bickering is cut short by a German assassin, forcing them into the fields and confirming their worst fears. Now hunted, they set their sights on the city of Reims, a destination that holds a new purpose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Assault on the Hotel

2025/10/29

The calm is shattered by a full-scale military assault. After effortlessly shrugging off the attack, Tommy's new invulnerability changes the team's entire dynamic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tommy and Naomi's Late Night Discussion

2025/10/20

In the quiet hours before their journey to Germany, a late-night conversation reveals a new, vulnerable side to Naomi. As she and Tommy navigate an awkward but heartfelt discussion, their complex friendship deepens, even as one of them dangerously underestimates the challenges that lie ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zahhak's Prison

2025/10/13

A deeper connection to the artifacts grants Tommy a disturbing vision of the creature imprisoned within: the once-mighty dragon Zahhak, now a frail and suffering being begging for release.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We Test The Coat in Dangerous Ways

2025/10/06

With two of the three artifacts now in their possession, the team begins to test the limits of the legendary Coat of Invincibility. A series of dangerous experiments reveals the true nature of its power, proving Tommy is immune to any physical or magical attack. But as his confidence soars, a new, unforeseen danger may be on the horizon.This episode includes AI-generated content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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johnfivethousand 2026/02/12

Sophomoric

Leans on Harry. Why would you write characters that say “I mean” at the beginning, middle and end of sentences? “I mean” means nothing and is lazy fil...

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johnhs0! 2025/12/15

Highly entertaining

I’m not sure why this podcast has a 2.6 rating. It’s a 5.0 for me. I’m grateful to the creator. I’m glad amazing storytellers like this exist.

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