A lone merchant seeks shelter from a storm—and finds a monk whose devotion hides a darker hunger. The Pilgrim’s Warning is a folk-horror tale from the Rift: a storm road, an empty temple, and a vow broken by something that remembers.

From Bard & Biwa — a Project Zion Theatre production within the Way of the Jaded Fist universe.

CW: Body horror, predatory religious figure, chase sequence.

Performance and Narration by: Desmond Childs

***Voice changer utilized for performances

Warning: Some crude humor

Holiday Season Premiere: “I Quit My Job to Make Coffee and Accidentally Started a Philosophy Club”

A King’s Java Story — Now Brewing in the Jaded Fist Feed

This holiday season, while Harbortown hangs its lanterns and the rain hums against café glass, a new voice quietly slips onto the #JadedFistDrama RSS feed.

No swords.
No demons.
Just a barista, a stranger, and the sound of a coffee grinder that refuses to cooperate.

“I Quit My Job to Make Coffee and Accidentally Started a Philosophy Club” is a new slice-of-life spinoff that began, quite literally, by accident. What started as an improvised ElevenLabs test turned into something we couldn’t stop smiling about — an entire series of cozy, philosophical conversations brewed from the same heart that powers Way of the Jaded Fist.

It’s not an action drama. It’s not even trying to be one. It’s a quiet morning between storms — the kind of story that reminds you that warmth isn’t a plot twist; it’s a state of mind.

Season Two begins. A village lies in ruin, and whispers of painted suns drift through the Rift. Danny Rose and Lady Esmeralda find themselves drawn into a mystery that feels larger than any one battle. What does it mean when names are burned, and who benefits from the silence left behind? Names That Burn asks more questions than it answers — and the shadows are only beginning to stir.

Special Guest Stars: Alex Green (Navigator), Bradford Zygmontowicz (The Midnight Manuscripts)

The Verdant Sect are on one accord, but the Dawn of Shadow continues to rise, spreading their wicked, twisted philosophy. As tensions rise, will our heroes be able to turn the tide of momentum? Do they even have the support of Harbortown?

Episode Run Time: 27min26sec

Starring

Desmond Childs

Jessica Anne Bogart

Carter the Mountain King

Leah Wade

Dominique Cherry

Trevor Hyde

Rachel Abbot

Disclaimer: A mix of real and AI-assisted voices were used in this series, all with paid permission. Remote recordings were submitted by participating actors. No voice cloning occurred without consent.

Way of the Jaded Fist

A cinematic audio drama blending martial arts mysticism, Afrofuturism, and epic storytelling. Follow Danny Rose, a reluctant warrior with a cursed blade, as he journeys through mystical realms in search of redemption, power, and truth. Inspired by wuxia, anime, and fantasy lore.

Catch 'Way of the Jaded Fist' on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen to podcasts.

The Verdant Four are the only thing standing against Valerius's evil ambition. The players have all been placed on the field and now the time to fight has come.

Coming soon this September! The closing of one arc--leads boldly into the beginning of an epic new chapter!

Episode Run Time: 31 min. 20 sec.

(Part 2 of 3)

Old bonds strain beneath new truths as Kai Lung faces the demon within, and our heroes slowly begins to mend. In Harbortown, trust must be rebuilt—one choice, one conversation at a time.

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  Desmond Childs – Danny Rose

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  Sir Donald McCloud – Whispersteel

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  Raymond Getty – Series Announcer

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  Matt Poole – Judge Theron

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  Carter the Mountain King – Kai Lung

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  Leah Wade – Captain Marta

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  Mac Bolan – The Iruke (Demonic Voice)

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  Dominique Cherry – Mei

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  Rachel Abbott – Asako

• Trevor Hyde – Dre (Andre)

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Kai Lung challenges Danny Rose to a duel! Checkout our show page--> jadedfistdrama.wordpress.com for lore, transcripts, and access to past episodes. We'll see you there! Don't forget, 'Things We Bury II' will be out this August 8th, 2025!