The Silt Verses
In this horror/fantasy serial drama, Carpenter and Faulkner, two worshippers of an outlawed god, travel up the length of their deity’s great black river, searching for holy revelations. As their pilgrimage lengthens and the river’s mysteries deepen, the two acolytes find themselves under threat from a police manhunt, but also come into conflict with the weirder gods that have flourished in these forgotten rural territories.
Episodes
Our Wars Have Ended is out now
Twenty years ago, the Kindly Ancestors rose from their graves to reconquer the lands of Old Cyshane. Today, an endless multitude of ancient kings and queens squabble and bicker for cultural supremacy. Labouring corpse-technology has swallowed up agriculture and industry. Dead-divers descend into the netherworld, searching for answers. Even as progress rolls relentlessly onwards, all of us remain h
The Silt Verses Big Final QnA (Part Two)
Say farewell to 2024 with another two hours of Silt Verses-related chaos and rambling! In the second part of our ridiculously long QnA, big questions are tackled, shocking secrets about music-listening habits are revealed, and most importantly, the voice actors get so caught up in coming up with drag names that they recklessly promise to judge the official TSV Drag Revue.Transcript: https://www.th
The Silt Verses Big Final QnA (Part One of Two)
The first half of our absolutely epic four-hour final-season QnA, with fan questions on subjects from the sublime to the very, very silly. Hosted by Méabh de Brún, with B. Narr, Muna Hussen, Jon Ware, Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Sarah Griffin and Marta da Silva (with a guest appearance by H.R. Owen).Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-qna100:03:55 - Favourite episode and
Chapter 45: Of Love, And Gods' Defeat. (Part Two)
Final reunions - and final partings. These were The Silt Verses. Thank you so much for listening.This episode contains character death, suicide, loud gunshots, and drowning.This episode features Méabh de Brún, Erika Sanderson, B. Narr, Lucille Valentine, Ishani Kanetkar, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Marta da Silva, GM Hakim and Oli Morris.Additional voices by AJ Fidalgo, David Easley, James J Harringman, Jam
Chapter 45: Of Love, And Gods' Defeat (Part One)
Part Two will arrive on Monday 22nd July! Thank you for your patience.Carpenter makes a deal to get Hayward home in one piece. Paige puts forward a proposition to the Children of the Woundtree. Carson attempts a risky negotiation.This episode features Oli Morris, GM Hakim, Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Erika Sanderson, Lucille Valentine, Ishani Kanetkar, Kale Brown, Laurence Owen, Rhys Lawton,
Chapter 44: Of Prophets' Dark Deceptions
In the wake of the Parish's attack, Carpenter tries desperately to get Hayward out of Glottage. Carson attempts to find a useful spin on recent events. Paige gathers the Children of the Woundtree together to agree on their next course of action. The condition of the High Prophet Faulkner worsens.This episode features: Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Felix Trench, Lou Sutcliffe, Rhys Lawton, Alex
Chapter 43: One Last Song of Revelations
Glottage and its commercial faiths celebrate a great military victory with a great parade. Shrue, Hayward and Carpenter attempt to get the message of the Woundtree out to the people of the Peninsula. Faulkner finds himself at the mercy of his own fanatical audience. Everything comes to a head.CastThis episode features GM Hakim, Oli Morris, Sophie Lynch, B. Narr, H.R. Owen, Erika Sanderson, Hawley
Chapter 42: I'll Wheeze Through Splintered Teeth
Please note - this episode ended up being massive, so we split it into two separate hour-long chapters! Hope you enjoy listening to them both - this is the second chapter.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-3-chapter-12aEpisode description:At the river's wellspring, a prophet discovers that he's come to loathe his station, his followers, his faith - and himself. In Glottage
Chapter 41: But As My Last Breath Splits My Throat
Please note - this episode ended up being massive, so we split it into two separate hour-long chapters! Hope you enjoy listening to them both.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-3-chapter-12Episode description:As Paige's encampment continues to grow, she sets out to rescue a stranded batch of pilgrims in the polluted lands - and has an unexpected encounter at the end of a l
Chapter 40: This Hateful Hymn Shall Cease
Carpenter and Hayward make contact with Shrue in Glottage, hoping to persuade the Adjudicator to defect - while across the channel, Val brings the war to a startling and unexpected climax...This episode features Jimmie Yamaguchi, Méabh de Brún, Daisy Bilenkin, Nathan Lunsford, Sarah Griffin, Felix Trench, Rhys Lawton, Marta da Silva and William A. Wellman, with additional voices from Harlan Guthri
Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last
As Carpenter and Hayward enter war-torn Glottage in pursuit of a government ally, Adjudicator Shrue attends a summit intended to solve the anti-sacrificial movement spreading across the country - but finds themself aghast at the 'solutions' on offer...This episode features Méabh de Brún, Sarah Griffin, Rhys Lawton, Felix Trench, Daisy McNamara, and Ray O'Hare.Transcript live 9/4/24 at https://www.
Chapter 38: Shall Wither In Ruin And Rust
As the government strikes against the disciples of the Paraclete's Gulch, Faulkner seeks refuge and an untraceable hiding place at his old childhood home in the Whisper Plains - but he is not alone there.This episode contains some distressing scenes and depictions of early-onset dementia and PTSD, loud noises, repeated allusions to childhood abuse, attempted suicide, and one short reference to acc
Chapter 37: And Even The Kings In Their Bowers Of Steel
<p>Everyone has their breaking point.</p><p>As Val advances towards Nesh, Paige resolves to shoulder the burdens of leadership, Shrue negotiates over the faith of the Parish of Tide and Flesh - and a small team of national grid workers decide to take a stand.</p><p>This episode includes descriptions of mass civilian death and sanctification. Transcript: https://www.th
Teaser Trailer: Camlann (arriving Jan 2024!)
Hey, folks - we'll be back on Thursday 11th Jan, but in the meantime, please savour a mysterious and intriguing teaser trailer from the team over at Camlann (@camlannpod on socials), who'll be releasing their new show later this month as well! Hope you enjoy - we definitely can't wait to listen.Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H5UaDM5PkiOD3Bb7iJyV6RlTD9HEIwCTOa5l2ROOjwA/editCamlann
Chapter 36: All Lovers Part As Dust
At an empty motel along a lonely highway, a man comes looking for his sister - and the solution to a mystery from his childhood.This episode stars Nishi Ghosh, Axandre Oge, Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi and Alan Coveney. Additional voices by Jean-Sebastian Hodgkiss and AJ Fidalgo.This episode contains scenes related to PTSD, childhood trauma and endangerment, kissing sounds (38.00-39.00), unreal
Chapter 35: The Wise Man Knows The Taste Of Rot
As Hayward and Carpenter begin their journey to Glottage, Faulkner receives High Katabasian Roemont and prepares to be accepted - at long last - as an elder of the faith.This episode features Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi, B. Narr, H.R. Owen, Steve Hendrickson, Sophie Lynch and Adam Cassley.Additional voices by Stephen Zivic, Lou Sutcliffe and Marlon Dance-Hooi.Music: 'The Promised Bride' by Ski
Announcement: The Silt Verses RPG launches
The Silt Verses RPG, from the acclaimed tabletop roleplaying game creators behind Brindlewood Bay and The Between, has arrived! You can listen to Jon burble on about it, or go directly to buy your copy now from the link below (it's also available on the TSV and The Gauntlet Patreon pages).https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/458507/The-Silt-Verses-Roleplaying-GameFor help or advice, or to g
Chapter 34: Some Day There Shall Be None
Please note - this episode begins with a short content warning and introduction. The show itself begins at the 1.45 mark.CastThis episode features Michelle Kelly, Méabh de Brún, Alison Campbell, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Ishani Kanetkar, Laurence Owen, and Lucille Valentine.Additional voices by Daisy McNamara, Steven Zivic, and Lucien Spooner.Content warning (notes)This episode features imprisonment, forc
Chapter 33: And Where Once Its Howling Forebears Walked
Faulkner returns home in triumph. Roemont and Greve plot the downfall of the Prophet of the River. In the Linger Straits, Val makes a stop in hostile territory to reunite with long-lost family members.Content warnings: Descriptions and offscreen depictions of self-mutilation and death (41.15-51.30), descriptions of forced experimentation, forced identity change, mild body horror, some distressing
Chapter 32: Its Wrath Shall Scald The Sun
In a ruined city far to the north of the Peninsula, Paige dwells unhappily on her status as prophet of a radical new faith - but a meeting with an old friend could change everything.Content warnings:Vomiting (4.54-5.04), implied alcoholism, animal death / mild body horror (17.18-17.45), discussion of suicidal ideation (33.40-34.20)Cast:Lucille Valentine, Laurence Owen, Alison Campbell, Jimmie Yama
Chapter 31: Its Gaze Shall Fall O'er Trembling Plains
In Glottage, Adjudicator Shrue attempts to pave the way for the legalisation of the Parish of Tide and Flesh. Far to the north, a Peninsulan battle-saint makes her mark on the enemy.Warnings: This episode features moderate body horror and bloody violence.This episode features Alex Nursall as Sam Kincannon, Felix Trench as Adjudicator Cross, GM Hakim as Private Tainsley, Marta da Silva as Val, Sara
Chapter 30: Something Dreadful Shall Arise
War between the Peninsula and Linger Straits rages on. Downriver, Faulkner makes his case to the High Katabasian. Upriver, Carpenter is still on the run - and feels like she's rapidly running out of time.Content warnings: Drownings (multiple), eating sounds (34.50-35.16) car crash, gunshots (49 minutes onwards)Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-chapter-30Featuring Steve Hendricks
Season 2 - Recap
Just a week to go until Season 3 of The Silt Verses launches - wait, what happened in Season 2 again? Jimmie, B. and Méabh do their best to explain. Spoilers, obviously, follow.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Silt Verses Season 3 Teaser: Three Broadcasts
These three clips were shared separately on social media during May and June (locked away behind three separate puzzles) to tease our upcoming season.The third and final season of The Silt Verses is scheduled to launch on 17 August 2023. We can't wait to share it with you.https://www.thesiltverses.com/three-broadcasts-transcript Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Silt Verses - Season 2 Q&A
Yes, it's here (and thank you for waiting) - the absurdly long 2-hour Silt Verses Season 2 QnA, hosted by the incredible William A. Wellman of Hello from the Hallowoods.The episode transcript and a full set of timestamps can be found here: https://www.thesiltverses.com/s2-transcript-q-a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 29: And Where My Final Footsteps Fall
The siege of the Gulch ends. War begins.This episode stars JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Méabh de Brún, Mark Anzalone, B. Narr, Daphne Nitsuga, Sarah Golding, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Lucille Valentine, William A. Wellman, Cait Gallagher and Jamie Stewart.It contains scenes of very intense bloody violence.Outro music: 'Return to the River' by Skip Kent-Davy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Cc7Sdlr
Chapter 28: To Drift On, To Dream, To Die
As Mercer and Gage arrive at the Paraclete's Gulch, Carpenter and Faulkner ready themselves to make one last stand at the water's edge.This episode contains scenes of intense gunfire, crying children, violence and some body horror.It stars Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Mark and Steven Anzalone, Méabh de Brún, B. Narr, Cait Gallagher and Jamie Stewart.Transcript: https://www.t
Chapter 27: So I'll Bear It Trembling Onwards
On either side of the border, two separate groups of fugitives find themselves running for their lives.This episode features: William A. Wellman, Graham Rowat, Jasper Locke, JV Hampton Van-Sant, B. Narr, Méabh de Brún, Cait Gallagher, Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi, and the Host from We Are Not Meant To Know.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-12 Hosted on Ac
Chapter 26: My Song, My Sorrow and I
As Paige and Hayward plan the propagation of their new god, they select their first true sacrifice.Jimmie YamaguchiLucille ValentineGraham RowatThe Host, from We Are Not Meant To KnowAnd Lucy Winter.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 25: But We'll Never Be Rid Of Each Other
As Mercer and Gage hunt down fresh quarry, Carpenter finds herself in a tight spot.This episode features Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Méabh de Brún, B. Narr, Cait Gallagher, and Harlan Guthrie.It contains scenes featuring loud gunshots and other loud noises, moderate violence, and offscreen torture (heavily implied and referenced).The transcript can be found here: https://www.thesiltverses
Chapter 24: And We'd Be Gone Without A Trace
Carpenter returns home - and revisits the unhappiest night of her life.This episode features Méabh de Brún, Liz Ryan, Carmella Brown, and B. Narr.It contains scenes of intense family trauma, sacrifice, body horror and bloody violence.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 23: I'd Howl, I'd Scream, In Victory
Paige and Hayward begin to plan out exactly what a new god might look like.This episode features Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi and Graham Rowat.This episode features scenes of vomiting, manipulative parenting, and minor self-harm.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 22: One Final Fall From Grace
Faulkner, with a clutch of zealous young acolytes in tow, heads into the high hills in search of allies.This episode features the voices of B. Narr, Cait Gallagher, William A. Wellman, Mintaka Angell, Harlan Guthrie and Cole Weavers.It includes multiple scenes of strong violence and some body horror.Episode transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-7 Hosted on Acast. Se
Chapter 21: We'd Both Go Plunging Downwards
As Mercer and Gage continue their pursuit of the Trawler-man's disciples down the length of the White Gull, the ambitious Adjudicator Shrue embarks upon their re-election campaign...This episode stars Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Sena Bryer and Oliver Smith. (It also features additional voices from James J Harringman, Tanja Milojevic, Lucille Valentine, Cole Weavers and Cald
Chapter 20: And Rend Us Both To Dust Below
Episode summary:Paige embarks on her quest to make a new kind of god - and enlists the help of an old friend.This episode stars Jimmie Yamaguchi, David Ault and Lucille Valentine. The transcript can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 19: I'd Bear This Song To The Precipice
As Carpenter makes her long pilgrimage back to the White Gull River, she encounters a young girl who's been hallowed with a strange and unhappy condition - which leads her to make an impulsive decision.This episode features, in order of their appearance: Méabh de Brún, Daphne Nitsuga, Caleb del Rio, Carmella Brown, and Jonny Sims.Content warning: This episode features scenes of immolation.Transcri
Chapter 18: If My Hands Could Shape The Flow
Across the border, in the city of Nesh, an exile attempts to make a fresh start.Content warnings: This episode contains reference to suicidality (10.20-11.30) and two scenes of extremely bloody violence, including character torture (26.00-30.00 and 33.00-34.00).Episode transcript:https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-3Cast:Lucille Valentine, Pip Gladwin, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Minta
Chapter 17: If I Could Trace With Bloodless Fingers
Carpenter wakes in a garden of the dead - and reflects on the possibility of life beyond the Trawler-man.Content warnings: This episode features descriptions of physical decay, acts of drowning/poisoning, and physical assault.This episode stars Sarah Griffin, Méabh de Brún, Sarah Golding, Daphne Nitsuga and JV Hampton Van-Sant. Additional voices provided by Cole Weavers and Michelle Kelly.Transcri
Chapter 16: And The Current Flows On Without End
Content warning: This episode contains references to war, gunfire, one extended scene of mass murder including presumed infanticide, bodily transformation.We meet Mercer and Gage - a pair of god-hunters and mercenaries, in the employ of the Peninsulan Government. Meanwhile, a young prophet unexpectedly returns home to his people.Featuring: Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Jamie
The Silt Verses Season 1 Recap
In 24 hours - on 21st March 2022 - Season 2 of The Silt Verses launches.If you're struggling to remember just what the hell happened in Season 1, this recap is for you. Transcript:https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Silt Verses Season 1 Q&A / Retrospective
We sit down with the incredible Steve Shell, co-creator of Old Gods of Appalachia, to chat through Season 1 of The Silt Verses and answer some questions.Content warning: at 31.41-32.16, sexual assault is mentioned in reference to divine cruelty in Greek myth.Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-qa2.21: What was the inspiration for The Silt Verses?7.34: How did Carpenter and Faulkne
Chapter 15: For My Song Has No Beginning...
Season finale: with the police manhunt closing in, Carpenter and Faulkner have one final meeting at the river's edge.This episode features performances by Méabh de Brún, Lucille Valentine, Mintaka Angell, B. Narr, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Jamie Stewart, Daisy Bilenkin and David S Dear.Our outro music is 'River Chant' by Skip Kent-Davy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 14: And In Ruined Flesh Ascend
As a new God of Sleep wreaks havoc across the Peninsula, Faulkner comes to a crossroads. Carpenter and Hayward have a frank exchange.Content warning: This episode contains scenes of self-endangerment near the start. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 13: So Let Me Dwell Eternal
Carpenter and Faulkner arrive at Bellwethers - and witness the miracle of the Wither Mark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 12: And To Fight Is Just To Choke
As the town of Bellwethers draws near and the police chase draws in, Carpenter, Faulkner and Paige make an unexpected stop for breakfast.Featuring B Narr, Méabh de Brún, Lucille Valentine, Gordon Houston, Mintaka Angell, Jimmie Yamaguchi, and Calder Dougherty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 11: My Voice Cries Truths I Never Knew
As Faulkner's injuries worsen, Carpenter and Paige take him to seek help.This episode features voice acting from, in order of their appearance:B NarrMéabh de BrúnLucille ValentineAnd Caleb Del RioAudio production by Sammy HoldenWarning: This episode contains references to self-mutilation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 10: It Grips My Tongue, My Throat
Carpenter, Paige and Faulkner find refuge for the night in an abandoned call centre - but they're not alone there.Featuring Méabh de Brún, Lucille Valentine, and B Narr.Transcripts: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45790766 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 9: My Song Has Taken Hold Of Me
As Hayward deals with the aftermath of Marcel's Crossing, he finds his investigation leading him heading northwards with a new partner on his side.Content warnings: contains scenes of death, gun violence, police violence and intimidation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 8: And Those I Love, It Rends
Paige, Carpenter, and Faulkner investigate the mysterious house of a fellow worshipper - and find more than they bargained for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 7: It Carries Few, It Drowns Many
Across the border on the Linger Straits, a young advertising executive finds herself increasingly at odds with her company's change programme.Contains scenes of mass death, sacrifice, and abduction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 6: It Winds, It Worms, It Wends
As the fallout spreads in Marcel's Crossing, our disciples reflect on how it all began...Please note, for listeners who have audio-processing difficulties: this episode contains scenes with background crowd noise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 5: My Song Is Long And Twisted
Faulkner learns the location of a fellow member of the faith. Carpenter, recovering from her injuries, makes a new acquaintance.Content warnings:This episode contains scenes of drowning, as well as references to mutilation, murder and implied animal death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 4: Of Lovers, Gods and Beasts
Carpenter attempts to locate the Trawler-Man's church in the woods of Penda's Slake - but runs into trouble instead.Content warnings: This episode contains scenes of animal death, ritual sacrifice and intense body horror. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 3: Then I'll Speak Of Champions
Elsewhere on the Peninsula, Investigating Officer Hayward checks out a tip regarding a nearly-derelict farm.Content warning: This episode contains scenes of animal death and pain, as well as references to police corruption and violence, starvation and auto-cannibalism. Audio levels adjusted 3rd July 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 2: And Next Of Dark Deceit
Carpenter and Faulkner begin their hunt for a hidden church, hoping to find the worshippers responsible for the Miracle of the Intrepid.Content warning: contains scenes of drowning and child death.Sound levels adjusted 3rd July 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapter 1: Let Me Speak First Of Revelations
At the town of Marcel's Crossing, Carpenter and Faulkner begin their search for other members of their forgotten river-god faith.(Sound levels adjusted 3rd July 2022.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
