Quest for Power

The gods are celebrating their king when the lights suddenly die and a seer's voice fills the darkness: take Ireland or fade to nothing beneath forgotten stars. So the Tuatha Dé grab their four most powerful artifacts and sail west wrapped in supernatural mist, carrying a stone that screams under rightful kings, a spear that never misses its target, a sword made of pure light, and a cauldron that...

Moses just parted the Red Sea. Egypt is falling apart. And somewhere in all this chaos, a violent young man named Gaithelus is about to accidentally become the founder of an entire nation. This is the story of how the Gaelic people began. Not in the rolling hills of Ireland. Not in the Scottish Highlands. Not even in Britain. But in ancient Egypt, during one of the most famous events in human hist...

This begins the story of Ireland's third mythical invasion, where tragedy strikes before Nemed even sets foot on land. His wife Macha dies within days of their arrival, leaving him to lead a broken people on a cursed island. The ancient Fomorians attack immediately, burning settlements and stealing livestock. Nemed proves himself a fierce warrior, killing their kings in three successive battles. B...

In this episode, we adventure into the brutal and bloody tale of Parthalon, the infamous figure behind Ireland’s “second invasion.” You’ll hear about ancient curses, exiled kings, supernatural daggers, mysterious one-eyed monsters, and a whole lot of questionable decision-making. The story picks up as Parthalon flees his homeland after murdering his own parents for a shot at kingship, only to land...

We kick off the actual season 6 premier (we promise this time) by traveling back to a time before the great flood. Literally. Cessair, the granddaughter of Noah is effectively sentenced to death by her own grandfather when he refuses to grant her entry on to the famous arc because of her religion. What follows is a bizarre and unforgettable saga: three men, fifty women, and a desperate attempt to...

Our epic journey through the Martial Career of Conghal Cláiringhneach culminates in men standing waist deep in blood. We confront the very questions that have haunted this saga—was the bloodshed truly necessary, or merely the predictable outcome of a society ruled by blade and honor? Note: When this episode was recorded, it originally was meant to be for season 6. However, as a result of further r...

We begin the The Martial Career of Conghal Cláiringhneach with a river of bloodshed, created by the ridiculous demands of honor culture. Witness the raw power of a warrior said to have split a boat in two with nothing but his bare hands. Discover why hurling insults at your monarch might not be the worst strategic decision when swords are drawn and lives hang in the balance. Note: When this episod...

We return with a king who is the worst kind of father. Hear us both be disgusted with history. Trigger Warning: SA/Incest 13:29 - 14:35 Note: When this episode was recorded, it originally was meant to be for season 6. However, as a result of further research, we decided to start with the Mythological Cycle in Season 6. This is now considered the Irish Kingdoms Pilot Season. ---- Links Website: htt...

Blood pools beneath the High King's corpse as his own brother clutches the fatal dagger, still warm with betrayal. In ancient Ireland, where oaths were sacred and kinship divine, Ugaine Mor's murder unleashes a tale of passionate love, horrific brutality, savage vengeance, and the terrible price of breaking an unbreakable vow. Some debts can only be paid in fire & blood. Note: When this episod...

How many children is too many? We dive into the legendary reign of a man who fathered an astonishing number of offspring, redefining what it means to leave a legacy. Hear a saga of love, betrayal, and a mystical dagger that sealed the fate of kings. Note: When this episode was recorded, it originally was meant to be for season 6. However, as a result of further research, we decided to start with t...

We start of our adventure through the beginnings of Ancient Ireland and explore the life of an Irish Queen who bent reality to her will. Note: When this episode was recorded, it originally was meant to be for season 6. However, as a result of further research, we decided to start with the Mythological Cycle in Season 6. This is now considered the Irish Kingdoms Pilot Season. ---- Links Website: ht...

In the season finale for the Kingdoms of Burgundy, two brothers vie for the throne of Burgundy. One is the heir, the other, a traitorous bastard. But who really threw the Kingdom down a well? Protagonists: Sigismund, Godomar II ---- Links Website: https://thequestforpower.com/ Twitter(X): https://x.com/Quest4PowerPod Email: questforpowerpod@gmail.com ---- #france #burgundy #gameofthrones #medieval...

The price of Godegisel’s betrayal has been paid in full resulting in the massacre of his followers and the horrific execution of his wife. Now Gundobad must work to rebuild the Burgundian kingdom to reclaim the power he once had. Protagonists: Gundobad, Caretene, Sigismund ---- Links Website: https://thequestforpower.com/ Twitter(X): https://x.com/Quest4PowerPod Email: questforpowerpod@gmail.com -...

In the ashes of the Western Roman Empire, three kingdoms arise to fill it's place. Hear how the Burgundian Monarchs navigate the new treacherous world that they find themselves in.  Protagonists: Gundobad, Caretene, Sigismund, Godegisel, Teudelinda ---- Links Website: https://thequestforpower.com/ Twitter(X): https://x.com/Quest4PowerPod Email: questforpowerpod@gmail.com ---- #france #burgund...

The Burgundian kingdom has been completely annihilated after they tried to double cross Rome. All that remains of the power structure is the princes Gundioc & Chilperic. Hear how they respond to the near extinction of their people. Mrs. His Name: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1166&context=westernarchives Protagonists: Gundioc, Chilperic, Gundobad, Godegisel ---...

Quest for Power is Back! New music, new narrative structure, new host; same backstabbing bloody nonsense. In this premiere episode of Season 5, we are traversing through the very beginning of the First Kingdom of the Burgundians. Hear how myth turns into legend and how legend becomes history. We also get a guest appearance by our first ruler, King Alaric I of the Visigoths. Protagonists: Gebicca,...

Saint Radegund of House Merovingian, the Holy Queen, Princess of Thuringia, Ascetic, Escape Artist, Relic Hunter, Deaconess of Holy Cross We might have missed a few things when discussing Radegund in King Chlothar I episode. Now we are here to correct it. Hear how a captured princess will go on to outwit, outplay, and outlast the mighty king himself. ---- Links One-time Donation https://quest-for-...

Chlothar of House Merovingian, the First of his Name, Kinslayer, King of Incest, King of Soissons, King of Orleans, King of the Eastern Franks, King of Paris, King of the Burgundians, King of all the Franks Welcome to the epic finale of the battle royale for dominance over the Frankish Empire! Being the youngest son of Clovis, Chlothar had an uphill battle against his brothers. Witness how far he...

Childebert, the First of his Name, Kinslayer, Relic Hunter, King of Paris, King of Orléans, Co-King of Burgundy If you have been paying attention to the past few episodes, this is not a happy story. Hear how Childebert ruthlessly orchestrates the murder of two children for land and power. You decide whether or not he had a hand in the death of another close family member. --- Links Patreon: https:...

Chlodomer of House Merovingian, the First of His Name, King of Orleans The powerful Clovis is dead! His kingdom has been portioned amongst his sons. Chlodomer receives the Kingdom of Orleans. After the death of his father, the responsibility of maintaining his family’s honor falls to Chlodomer. Is he up to the task? --- Links Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/QuestforPower One-time support https://...

Theudebald of House Merovingian, the First of His Name, the Unwell, King of Austrasia A sickly prince is thrusted into a position of power surrounded by vultures he calls family. Luckily for him, his father commanded quite a bit of respect to ensure a clean succession of a stable powerful kingdom. Can he recover from a chronic disease that plague him since he was born and rise up to the challenge...

Theudebert the Great of House Merovingian, the First of His Name, the Pious, King of Austrasia Theudebert did not understand the concept of consequences for one’s actions. Hear how he gets away with challenging Roman authority, flouting basic marriage customs, and double crossing two powerful factions. Podcast Mentioned: So You Think You Can Rule Persia --- Links Buy us a drink. Cheers! https://qu...

Theuderic of House Merovingian, the First of His Name, the Vengeful, King of Soissons, King of Reims, King of Austrasia King Clovis is dead and now the unified Frankish Kingdom has been broken up. Can Theuderic survive the family’s plots, wars, and murder? Hear about a legendary battle from Beowulf, awkward family conversations, kings conveniently falling to their death, and a rumor that got out o...

Our first Saint and Queen Consort! Her Highness Saint Clotilde of House Burgundy, the first of her name, the Pious, Queen Consort of the Salian Franks, Queen Consort of the Ripuarian Franks, Queen Consort of All the Franks. Clotilde was seen as the perfect medieval woman. Despite being described as humble and meek, she managed to charm herself to have significant influence with the King and his co...

Clovis of House Merovingian, the First of His Name, Defender of the Faith, the Undisputed Champion of Gaul, King of Salian Franks, King of the Ripuarian Franks, King of All the Franks, Consul of Rome, Co-Emperor of Rome. Clovis has no limits when it comes to ambition, cunning and brutality. Through extreme violence and manipulation, he creates the framework of modern-day France and elevates the Ro...