Tortured Hero Listener x Heroine Ep.1 [Audio Drama][Overcoming Loneliness][Support & courage][F4M] (Patreon)

You (Rock Pherson) were once a normal civilian, until a trip to an ancient archaeological site went horribly wrong.

Your team broke the seal on a sarcophagus that housed the undead sorcerer Halgus, and the sorcerer cursed everyone present by encasing them in corrupted, living suits of armour that destroyed their souls.

Those who were taken over by the armour became Death Wardens, and part of the Halgus' army. You would have suffered the same fate, but your soul was protected from corruption by an unexpected presence, the pure soul of a girl, still alive in your suit.

Despite destroying the Death Wardens that were created that day and getting away, your life has been an ongoing nightmare as you continue to fight the sorcerer's forces, who are seeping into the world. You use the cursed suit you were 'given' to do this, and though your use of its power has unspeakable repercussions, you find that you simply cannot stop. Driven by grief and the weight of responsibility, putting an end to Halgus and his forces has become the only thing that keeps you going.

Up until today, your belief was that you had to go it alone. That is, until you meet someone who makes a special promise to you: you never have to fight alone, again.

GLOSSARY:

Death Wardens - Generals belonging to the sorcerer, Halgus. Once human, their minds and souls have been corrupted by suits of armour that would control the actions of their host. These suits of armour are alive and hungry, often controlled by a tainted, bloodthirsty primary soul.

Halgus (Haul-giss) the sorcerer - An ancient, sadistic, undead sorcerer, who plans on taking over the world with his undead army.

Miranda - The primary, pure soul inhabiting Rock's armour. Miranda was the daughter of a great chieftain 3500 years ago. The day she was born, the enchantress of her village bestowed a blessing upon her: “No matter what may befall her, good or evil, nothing would ever taint her pure heart. Not even death.” Halgus' corruption does not work on her, and it is suspected that she was biding her time in the suit of armour, waiting for an opportunity.

Rock Pherson (Listener) - Once a normal civilian, whose life turned upside down after an expeditionary trip at an archaeological dig went horribly wrong.

Suit of Nekraus (Rock's cursed armour) - Organic, metallic, and alive. It was once a person, starved to death, then twisted by the dark machinations of the sorcerer. It forms a symbiotic relationship with the listener, but the power comes at a great cost, siphoning the life energy of nearby forms. Rock has learned to use the armour in ways that minimise destruction.

Skyviathan - A sky leviathan. An organic battleship.

Psychas: A group of influential female heroes with strong psychic powers. Alongside their primary powers of telekinesis and telepathy, they also have a secondary ability and can Link as a group, allowing other members to access secondary abilities.

Psycha members present in audio:

Eileen Varahn, aka Foresight, the leader: Smart, cautious, intelligent, and resourceful. Secondary abilities: Foresight (seeing what obstacles lie ahead and into the future, allowing the seer to know the proper steps to take) and Mental Map (can easily sense the layout of the building or floor they’re on, even in the dark).

Morrigan Rhodes, aka Rose: Charming, beautiful, whimsical, warm, photogenic, friendly and inviting. Professional Model by occupation and highly desired by a LOT of men, much to her delight, and the chagrin of her teammates. Secondary ability: Charm or Persuasion (some might call it a very mild form of Mind Control. If outnumbered or needing some extra help, she can enlist the aid of animals or certain people; and they will come to assist).

Maddy Bell, aka Teka: An Australian, highly intelligent, short, spunky, known to ramble for a long time as though giving a lecture. Software engineer by occupation. Secondary ability: Technopath. Can use her mind to access, hack, and control technology.

Priscilla Hanes (main speaker) (Sil or Priss), aka Silvara: Is second in command of the “Psychas.” She was the first to be found by Foresight and inadvertently discovered the “Linking” ability. As a civilian, she is a successful psycho-therapist. Be it towards a hero or a civilian, she is always bubbly, caring, compassionate, and it isn’t just for show, even if it helps her hide her fears. She is a very curious individual, interested in the people around her and their stories. Rock is drawn to Priscilla because of her caring nature, upbeat personality, and zeal for life. In a way, she is a form of hope for him.

💜 This is an extended version of Phil's Enjoyment's custom audio, which he would like to share with everyone. Phil wrote detailed info for the storyline and characters in this production!💜