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.
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Episodes (59)
Sheeple Chase 4 - Strife on Mars
The evidence speaks for itself.This week Georgie and Celia discuss the possibility we aren't alone.Content Warnings:· Mentions of: death, disappearanceTranscripts available at...
RQ Network Feed Drop – Hollow Disciple - S1: E1 - Extraction
Today we are featuring exciting episode from one of the podcasts recently launched on the RQ Network, Hollow Disciple Hollow Disciple is a thrilling, dark, science fiction podcast from the brilliant...
Sheeple Chase 3 - Da, Minister
It's not paranoia if the ARE out to get you!This week Georgie and Celia investigate the case of the Lithuanian Raincoat Salesman (and also a KGB Spy?!)Content Warnings:· government...
Sheeple Chase 2 - Spray it Ain't So
When plane spotting turns sinister...This week Georgie and Celia investigate the possibility that the government is already experimenting on you.Content Warnings:· nonconsensual medical...
RQ Network Feed Drop - The Grotto: 1: Buried Alive
This month we are featuring an episode of one of many exciting podcasts on the RQ Network: The Grotto. The Grotto is a liminal horror podcast with original music and a full cast that explores the...
Sheeple Chase 1 - Dead Singer
Have you ever felt like your favourite celebrity just isn't who they used to be? Maybe they aren't.This week Georgie and Celia investigate cases of dubious dopplegangers.Content...
RQ Network Feed Drop - The Program audio series: Overclocking Part 1
This month we are featuring an episode of one of many exciting podcasts on the RQ Network: The Program audio series. The Program audio series is a dark science fiction anthology set in a future...
Hiatus Announcement - Season 2, Act 2
Hello friends and fans! Lowri here – you may know me as the voice of Celia. I hope you have been enjoying The Magnus Protocol! Episode 50 marks the end of Act 2 of season 2 and, as...
The Magnus Protocol 50 - Deep Trouble
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:· Graphic Violence· Death· Spatial/visual...
The Magnus Protocol 49 - Pipelines
CAT2RBC3455-10072011-17062024architecture (hubris) -/- plumbing (historical)Incident Elements:· ClaustrophobiaTranscripts available at...
RQ Network Feed Drop – The Penumbra Podcast “Thirst”
This month we are featuring a feed drop from Thirst the new series recently launched on The Penumbra Podcast one of the brilliant shows on the RQ Network. This episode is called “Can't Tear My Eyes...
The Magnus Protocol 48 - Temporary Positions
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:· Loss of control· Temporal distortian· Mentions of: Graphic...
The Magnus Protocol 47 - Repetitive Strain
CAT1RC4873-06052024-14062024distortion (cyclic) -/- retributionIncident Elements:· harsh language· gaslighting· domestic abuse· time...
The Magnus Protocol 46 - Slipping
CAT1RBC5257-13012024-13062024reanimation (variable) -/- purposeIncident Elements:· existential crisis· graphic...
The Magnus Protocol 45 - Transferal
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements: · Night terrors · body horror · claustrophobia...
RQ Network Feed Drop – Last Dance “S1E1 -Lesser Gods”
This month we are featuring a feed drop from Last Dance one of the brilliant shows that recently launched on the RQ Network. This is the very first episode from their first season called Lesser Gods....
The Magnus Protocol 44 - Back to Basic
CAT3RAC2175-26031987-12062024prescience (computing) -/- equilibriumIncident Elements:· psychological...
RQ Network Feed Drop – Myth & Moon
This month we are featuring a feed drop for one our brilliant RQ Network podcasts: MYTH & MOON that was recently launched on the RQ Network. MYTH & MOON is a solo- play D&D Podcast...
The Magnus Protocol 43 - Sink or Swim
CAT1RB4153-27022010-11062024idolatry (music) -/- compulsion (drowning)Incident Elements:· drowning· mind controlTranscripts available at...
RQ Network Feed Drop – The Penumbra Podcast “Juno Steel”
This month we are featuring a feed drop from The Penumbra Podcast one of the brilliant shows on the RQ Network. This episode is called “Juno Steel and the Time Gone By (Part 1)” and is from the 2nd...
The Magnus Protocol 42 - Hostile Workplace
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:· scopophobia · body horror (eyes)· graphic violence...
The Magnus Protocol 41 - Internal Investigation
CAT1RB5535-17061995-10062024transmutation (organs) -/- experimentation (metal)Incident Elements:· graphic descriptions of post-mortem examinationTranscripts available at...
RQ Network Feed Drop – Ain't Slayed Nobody
This month we are featuring a feed drop from Ain’t Slayed Nobody one of the amazing shows on the RQ Network. AINT SLAYED NOBODY is a Gold Ennie winning actual play podcast with this first...
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...
The Magnus Protocol 40 - Public Image
CAT3RCA2167-23111762-10062024puppet (reanimation) -/- fear (children)Incident Elements:· Puppets· Creepy Children· Childhood...
The Magnus Protocol 39 - Dependents
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:· PTSD· Helplessness· Grief and...
The Magnus Protocol 38 - Circling Back
CAT13RABC2153-13031992-06062024carousel (toy) -/- disappearance (parent)Incident Elements:· Child Neglect· Sinister ToysTranscripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 37 - Scrutiny
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:· Bullying· Domestic Abuse· Child...
The Magnus Protocol 36 - Outside the Box
CAT3RB2153-04082024-28052024Entrapment (virtual) -/- Isolation (expirimentation)Incident Elements:· Panic Attack/PTSD· Being...
RQ Original Feed Drop – Neon Inkwell: Broken Hearted Monsters
This month we are featuring a feed drop for the first episode of a brand-new show on the Neon Inkwell podcast feed: Broken Hearted Monsters.Classic horror meets joyful, bittersweet road trip dramas in...
The Magnus Protocol 35 - Terms and Conditions
CAT1RB4778-14082023-22052024mascot (incarceration) -/- retaliation (imposter)Incident Elements:· Mascots (Bonzo)· ...
The Magnus Protocol 34 - Eliminations
CATXXXX-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXXXXERROR (Unknown Source)Incident Elements:DeathGraphic Violence MurderImprisonmentPsychological TortureSuicideTranscripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 33 - Peer Review
CAT2RB2365-14081996-20052024Transformation (pier) -/- Fear (void)Incident Elements:NyctophobiaThalassophobiaAbandonmentUnrealityTranscripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 32 - Restructuring
CAT2RC1475-18032015-17052024Building (angry) -/- N/AIncident Elements:UnrealityNon-consensual mental health detainment/misdiagnosisDisappearancePsychosis/PossessionMentions of: depression,...
The Magnus Protocol 31 - Compartmentalising
CAT123RB5555-14052024-14052024Integration (organic) -/- Computer (Hardware)Incident Elements:ScreamingHarsh LanguageScopophobiaGraphic ViolenceMentions of: dismemberment, malnourishmentTranscripts...
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...
The Magnus Protocol Season 1 QnA
Alex and Jonny sit down to answer your burning questions about Season 1 of the Magnus Protocol.Content Notes- Spoilers through Season 1 of The Magnus Protocol and the entirety of the Magnus...
Rusty Fears 6 - The Last One to Speak by James Thomasos
This week’s short horror story, The Last One to Speak, inspired by the prompt "Game Show", is written by James Thomasos and read by Billie HindleOnce all six short horror stories have been released,...
Rusty Fears 6 - Canned Lights by Autumn Olson
This weeks short horror story, Canned Lights, is written by Autumn Olson and read by Ryan Hopevere-Anderson.Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for...
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:...
Rusty Fears 6 - Hades Bay by Jubilee Finnegan
This week's episode is titled Hades Bay this story was written by Jubilee Finnegan. This episode is performed by Anusia Battersby (Gwendolyn Bouchard). The prompt for this winning entry was...
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...
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...
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...
The Lost Tapes, Tape 2 - Are You Scared?
Part 2 of 3Content Notes:- Strong Language- Hallucinations/Altered Reality / Unreality- Paranoia- Graphic Violance- Infestation- Vehicle Accidents (air and automobile)- Drugging- Mass Death- SFX:...
The Lost Tapes, Tape 1 - Are You Scared?
Ryan and Shane receive a mysterious envelope containing 3 tapes. In this episode, they listen to the first tape and meet Tommy and Adam- whose reality begins to fray at the seams....
Rusty Fears 6 - Hollow by Sam Lazure
'Hollow' is written by Sam Lazure, inspired by the prompt “birds”, and is performed by Sarah Lambie.Once all six short horror stories have been released, there will be a public poll for listeners to...
The Magnus Protocol - What If #1
We imagine a world in which everyone listened to Colin... You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers https://rustyquill.com/the-magnus-protocol-supporter-wall/ Created by...
The Magnus Protocol Fluff 1 - Plenty More Fish
Incident Elements:· Alexander J Newall.· Harsh Language· Sexual...
RQ Original Feed Drop - Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later
This month we are featuring a feed drop of a brilliant RQ Original show Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later. Set in ancient Rome Cry Havoc! Ask Questions Later is a dramatic comedy of power politics,...
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The Magnus Protocol - Season 1 Epilogue [+Announcements]
Incident Elements:ScreamingHarsh Language Transcripts available at https://rustyquill.com/transcripts/the-magnus-protocol/ You can find a complete list of our Kickstarter backers...
The Magnus Protocol 30 - Dead End Job
CAT2RS3366-13052024-13052024Transmutation (human) -/- Isolation (urban)Incident Elements:EntrapmentCompelling (supernatural)ManipulationTranscripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 29 - Keyed In
CAT2RB4254-30012020-13052024 Drowning (subterranean) -/- key (metaphor)Incident Elements:CaptivityDrowningClaustraphobiaGriefTranscripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 28 - Interruptions
CAT2RB2578-17081998-13052024 Transmutation (human) -/- ceremony (academic)Incident Elements:Childhood TraumaGraphic InjuryOstectomySupernatural TransformationBody Horror Transcripts available at...
The Magnus Protocol 27 - Driven
CAT3RB5535-18021845-10052024Kidnapping (carriage) -/- consumption [letter]Incident Elements:KidnappingUncannyGraphic ViolenceManslaughterEmployer AbuseMentions of: SexSFX: misophonia (kiss)Transcripts...
The Magnus Protocol 26 - Catching Up
CAT1RBC4463-14042024-02052024 Exhaustion (athletic) -/- compulsion (tape)Incident Elements:MasochismCompulsion (supernatural)GriefParental DeathImplied sexual situations/innuendoSFX: Misophonia...
The Magnus Protocol 25 - Gut Feelings
CAT2RB2474-07022024-24042024Food (Gorging ) -/- compulsion (disgust)Incident Elements:Disordered EatingFood HygieneCompulsionNauseaManipulation...
The Magnus Protocol 24 - Raising Issues
CAT1RBC1375-29022024-23042024Baby (demonic) -/- Delusion (exhaustion)Incident Elements:CannibalismDemonic ChildrenPost-partum DepressionCaregiver Abuse/NeglectSelf-SacrificeAltered...
The Magnus Protocol 23 – A New You
CAT13RBC3536-20062018-18042024Transformation (dysmorphic) -/-doppleganger (infection)Incident Elements:DysmorphiaInfectionsTrypophobiaBody Horror/ModificationEnvironmental HorrorSelf HarmTranscripts:...
About this Podcast
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Rusty Quill
Language
en
Categories
horror podcast, anthology podcast, horror fiction, fiction podcast, rusty quill, Alexander J. Newall, Jonathan Sims, Audiodrama, Audio Fiction, Science Fiction, horror, unfiction, found footage, jonny sims, RQ Network, Arts, Performing Arts, Fiction, Drama