The Once And Future Nerd

On the road to the White Forest, Sir Brennen tells stories to keep himself awake and the party entertained. We learn of his childhood, the first time he had met King Gunther Guernatal (then only a prince)–and the first time he had killed a man. The Singing Sister continues on September 14. The Once And Future Nerd is approaching its first birthday! If you enjoy the show, please consider giving us...

Welcome back to TOAFN!  We are proud to present the first installment of Chapter 6, The Singing Sister. The party sets off from Armstrungard. Their destination is The White Forest, home of the elves. After some minor shenanigans passing through the city gates, the party begins to tell stories on the road. Meanwhile, General Traft continues his aggression on the outpost known as Blackhold, and Nia...

In the thrilling conclusion to Chapter 5, the brutal Sir Frieshelm catches up with our party. A shame, really, as Jen was nearly ready to process her recent acts of violence, and Nia was on the verge of a breakthrough with her dreams. Will Brennen and Regan make it to the monastery in time to save the day? Will they  need to, or have the children become more capable than anyone imagined?  No ma...

In this installment, Brennen and Regan continue to seek out the remainder of the party. Meanwhile, we learn more of what actually has transpired with Billy, Jen, Nelson, and Nia in the inn outside of the city. In case you missed it, our good friends at Two Grey Dogs Designs have created a line of knitting yarn, whose colors are inspired by Brennen’s possibly-prophetic dreams. General Brennen dream...

Brennen and Regan track the children’s path through Armstrungard. Mishap to mishap, they postulate on what had happened as they follow the trail…and occasionally even guess at something resembling the truth of things. Our plot thickens!  If you enjoy the story, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Our patrons receive special bonuses that you don’t want to miss! The Worthiest Knight will con...

Welcome back to The Once And Future Nerd! In this episode, Queen Regan and Brennen return to Armstrungard to rendezvous with Yllowyyn and the children. Upon reaching the city, they find that all is not well. Meanwhile, the handmaiden Gwendolyn is “interviewed” by Ardel Redmoor concerning the events of the previous night. We are back on our regular schedule! Next episode, The Worthiest Knight Part...

This week’s bonus content is written by Ian Harkins. For today’s bonus content, we are pleased to present an exclusive interview with wood sprite Ian Harkins, narrator of The Once and Future Nerd. In it, director Christian Madera learns many interesting things about sprite actors, and not a few disturbing things about himself. The Once and Future Nerd is independently produced. If you are enjoyin...

The unbelievable conclusion to Chapter 4! Brennen and Regan make their escape from the dungeons of Castle Guernatal. Once free, they discuss the consequences of their escape, and the Monsters of the world.  On her own, Jen also contemplates the Monsters around her, and reaches a decision about the particular monster known as Sgt McShane. This concludes Chapter 4 of our tale.  Tune in on May 25...

In this action-packed installment, Regan and Brennen return to Castle Guernatal, only to discover the harsh reality of the Redmoor coup.  Brennen confronts Ardel Redmoor, before being reunited with his King. Meanwhile, Arlene and Gwen also discuss the reality of Ardel’s coup, Arlene’s own upcoming wedding, and other matters.  In Armstrungard, the group comes to terms with Jen’s…ahem, vocal per...

Our story now turns to General Traft, the half-Orc commander of the rebel army. Traft attempts to gain a tactical advantage by recruiting an unlikely ally to his cause. In the process, Traft discusses the nature of stories, and philosophizes on the justification of his rebellion. Tune in on April 27, 2014 to hear about Brennen’s not-so-triumphant return to Castle Guernatal. If you enjoy the show,...

Seeking somewhere to stay while they await the return of Brennen and Regan, the rest of the party heads for the outskirts of Armstrungard to entreat the hospitality of a former acquaintance of Regan’s. As it turns out, their new host’s house is…of considerably worse repute than Nia would prefer. Once settled in, Billy and Nelson struggle to process the killing they were recently party to. Meanwhil...

After the foiled ambush on the party by Redmoor soldiers, Brennen fears (correctly) that High King Gunther Guernatal is in danger. So, he makes haste back to Castle Guernatal with Regan in tow, hoping to re-establish the Guernatal dynasty before it’s too late. Little does he know that Ardel Redmoor has already made his treacherous move for the Throne. The rest of the party heads back to Armstrunga...

In the thrilling conclusion of Chapter 3, Ardel Redmoor springs his nefarious trap and Arlene has one last chance to stop him. Will she act in time? Meanwhile, the party must defend against a surprise attack from the Redmoor soldiers they’ve made camp with. But the gravest consequences fall on Billy and Nelson. Chapter 4 will premiere on March 16. If you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a rat...

With the main road to Castle Guernatal blocked by a large Felghir encampment, the party must take the road less traveled. Without any way of predicting what dangers may lurk within, they journey into the labyrinthine caves below the foothills. At Castle Guernatal, as King Gunther’s court analyzes the latest information about the movements of the rebel General Traft, Arlene and Gwen deduce the next...

The party finally departs the Briarhelm farm for Castle Guernatal, following a few uncomfortable disputes about logistics, of course. But their progress is halted by a potentially deadly obstacle, or rather, obstacles. A few thousand of them. At Castle Guernatal, Arlene and Gwen have a breakthrough in their attempts to uncover Ardel’s scheming. Our next episode will be released on February 16. Hav...

Please note: This episode contains a retelling of a traumatic sexual experience. It is not especially graphic, but if you would rather not hear it, skip from 13:32 to 15:38. As the party sorts through the carnage from last night’s skirmish with the mercenaries, Ardel’s political maneuvering forces Arlene to confront a horrible secret from her past. This week returns us to our regular programming s...

In the harrowing conclusion to Chapter 2, the party must beat the odds against the large number of mercenaries who have descended upon the Briarhelm farm. And Brennen is forced to deal with his friend’s act of betrayal – not to mention a rather irate Regan. We will be taking a brief holiday hiatus at the end of this month.  Our next episode – Part 1 of Chapter 3 – will premiere on January 19. Be...

Regan has some doubts about the dependability of their temporary host, Bowen Briarhelm. Meanwhile, the children get some hands-on training in the use of weapons, and a crash course in introductory magical theory from Nia. Billy grows concerned over the influence Regan may be having on Jen, but Jen still finds herself in some serious danger. Be sure to subscribe to The Once and Future Nerd so that...

Hoping to make the best of the situation, Brennen sets to teaching the kids the basics of armed combat. Meanwhile, back at Castle Guernatal, Ardel Redmoor makes the first tentative moves of a nefarious scheme. The next part of this chapter will be released on December 15th. If you are enjoying the show, we would greatly appreciate if you rated us on iTunes. Visit onceandfuturenerd.com for bonus...

After a brief encounter with some of Armstrungard’s law enforcement community, our party of seven departs the city in a hurry. Their search for a locale in which to…let us say, “sequester themselves,” as the reverberations of Chapter 1’s events quiet down, brings them to the doorstep of an old acquaintance of Brennen’s. The next part of this chapter will be released on December 1st. If you are enj...

In today’s bonus content – our first audio bonus content! – the producers talk with Anya Gibian (Arlene/Regan) about keeping track of multiple dialects. Short version: It’s wicked hard. And don’t forget, Chapter 2 premieres next week! Visit onceandfuturenerd.com for bonus content, news, and more! The Once and Future Nerd is independently produced. If you're enjoying the show and would like to supp...

In the epic conclusion of Chapter 1, “The Prince of Iorden,” the party descends deep into the seedy underbelly of Armstrungard in search of an infamous thief. But everyone involved may have taken on more than they bargained for. The first part of our second chapter will be released on November 17. Be sure to subscribe! Visit onceandfuturenerd.com for bonus content, news, and more! The Once and Fut...

The party reaches the storied city of Armstrungard and, after stocking up on equipment, venture to enlist the aid of the legendary Elvish wizard Ba’a lo-Ky’yr. They gain a new ally in the process. Our next episode will be released on November 3. Be sure not to miss the thrilling conclusion of Chapter 1! Visit onceandfuturenerd.com for bonus content, news, and more! The Once and Future Nerd is inde...

The party journeys towards the storied city of Armstrungard, in search of clues about the betrayal of House Guernatal, and learns more about the recent history of Iorden. But Brennen has an ulterior motive for this journey. Meanwhile, at Castle Guernatal, the nobility makes arrangements for the impending conflict. TRIGGER WARNING FOR THIS EPISODE: Domestic Violence The next episode will be release...

Part 3 of our 3-part series premiere… When three high school students from modern-day Pennsylvania find themselves trapped in a world of wizards, elves, and feudal intrigue, they must learn to survive in their new surroundings, and undertake an epic quest to save the world from the encroaching forces of chaos. WARNING: This show contains adult language, graphic descriptions of violence, and explic...