Godkillers: Matt Mercer and Aabria Iyengar Team Up as Epic Gods
The Gods are Dying, But So Are We
A World on the Brink of Despair
Imagine a world where the gods are no more, and magic is a distant memory. This is the world of Godkiller: Balance, a prestige drama actual play podcast that premiered in August 2024. As the great divine war rages on, two godkillers, Ever and Rake, navigate the ruins of their world, grappling with grief and loss.
This is their story, a journey of hope and despair, as they search for answers in a world that seems to offer none. With a talented cast of guest performers, including Brennan Lee Mulligan, Matt Mercer, Arabia Iyengar, Anjali Bhimani, Luis Carazo, and Christian Navarro, Godkiller: Balance is a must-listen for fans of actual play podcasts and excellent storytelling.
The Core Cast Takes Center Stage
Gina Susanna, Jannes Wessels, and Em Carlson serve as the core cast, bringing their talents to the forefront of the series. Wessels’ portrayal of Rake is reminiscent of Theon Greyjoy’s Reek from Game of Thrones, while Susanna’s Ever is a nuanced, tender performance that ranges from hope to despair. Carlson’s experience as a mental health professional shines through in her editing and sound design, creating a powerful and emotional listening experience.
A Series Not for the Faint of Heart
Godkiller: Balance is not a high-paced, action-packed comedy vehicle. The series takes its time, developing complex characters and their arcs, and exploring themes of emotional abuse, substance use, and derealization. With content warnings before each episode, this series is not for everyone, but for those willing to engage with the weight of its world, the reward is well worth the effort.
Catch Up on the Series
As of this writing, 10 out of 20 episodes have premiered, marking the beginning of the second act. Episodes of Godkiller: Balance are released biweekly on BlackwaterDND, or wherever podcasts are found. Don’t miss out on this emotional rollercoaster of a series, and start listening now.
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