S1 E28: Welcome Back

The climactic battle marches towards its conclusion as Aurora Nova makes a desperate final stand - escaping this conflict would take an act of divine intervention. Content Warning: swearing, violence, gore, body horrorPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Narrator: Massimo NapoliAuriel: Matthew Thomas MooreNaiea: Lauren HughesKortez: Irvin SolorioAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickTheo: Adrian PrendergastRowan: Emma WhitleyWormwood: Matthew Thomas MooreSabin: Brandon BestCalpurnia: Jordan Kessler Elbrus: Sam TroutThe Man: Ian Donovan HylandValar: Riley GeneADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

The final showdown begins. Aurora Nova brings their crusade straight to the throne of Glaston - and the fate of the nation rests in their hands.  Content Warning: swearing, violence, gore, body horrorPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Atarah: Austin Olivia KendrickNarrator: Massimo NapoliRowan: Emma WhitleyNaiea: Lauren HughesKortez: Irvin SolorioAuriel: Matthew Thomas MooreCassius: Luca RohrSabin: Brandon BestADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

Aurora Nova receive some aid from an unexpected ally. Sabin feels called in another direction. The united rebellion of Glaston mounts their major attack on Kingsland against the tyranny of Cassius. Content Warning: violence, explosions, swearingPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Narrator: Massimo NapoliRowan: Emma WhitleyAuriel: Matthew Thomas MooreKortez: Irvin SolorioTycho: Maje AdamsCassius: Luca RohrSabin: Brandon BestNaeia: Lauren HughesGuard 1: Ryan LewGuard 2: Jonathan SabaJoen: Kai KarafotisAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickValar: Riley GeneFerdinand: Nicholas StrangeADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

Kortez reels from his encounter with Wormwood. Atarah reminisces about her lost love. Auriel and Sabin squabble over battle plans. Naiea reminds Atarah of their hidden intel. Sabin interrogates Valar over the truth of his father’s fate. The people of Stormbreaker Isle join the fight.  Content Warning: swearingPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Sabin: Brandon BestKortez: Irvin SolorioAuriel: Matthew Thomas MooreNarrator: Massimo NapoliTheo: Adrian PrendergastAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickRowan: Emma WhitleyNaiea: Lauren HughesValar: Riley GeneBenedick: Brady JacobJoen: Kai Karafotis ADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

Benedick reveals a grave secret. Kortez encounters an old enemy. Atarah panics at the loss of Theo. Azrael arrives at a crossroads.  Content Warning: swearing, body horrorPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Atarah: Austin Olivia KendrickNaiea: Lauren HughesNarrator: Massimo NapoliAzrael: Matthew Thomas MooreBenedick: Brady JacobSabin: Brandon BestRowan: Emma WhitleyKortez: Irvin SolorioAkeley: Rayce LopezWormwood: Matthew Thomas MooreLyra: Alex StevensCordelia: Kristen ClarkeIanthe: Carly BakerADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

Sabin reveals his father’s identity. Azrael gives a speech fit for a king. Atarah comes to grips with her responsibility. Rowan gains an unexpected dance partner. Naiea probes into Atarah’s love life. Bernard bids farewell. An unwelcome surprise welcomes Aurora Nova back home in Arkham. Content Warning: swearingPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Sabin: Brandon BestAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickNarrator: Massimo NapoliAzrael: Matthew Thomas MooreKortez: Irvin SolorioNaiea: Lauren HughesRowan: Emma WhitleyBernard: Santi OsorioBar Patron 2: Phillip VentiBar Patron 1: Jordan KesslerValar: Riley GeneCassius: Luca RohrADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy AlesescuMusic: [Tavern Loop One] by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License

Atarah bristles under the weight of expectation. Abathar settles into the high life. Naiea gives everyone a reality check. Rowan saves Abathar from himself, again. Aurora Nova try to find their way back to each other. Content Warning: swearingPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Other Narrator: Isabel RoneyGuard 1: Ryan LewNaiea: Lauren HughesTutor: Matthew Thomas MooreAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickAesir: James SchillingAbathar: Matthew Thomas MooreLyra: Alex StevensRowan: Emma WhitleyThe Man: Ian Donovan HylandNarrator: Massimo NapoliAndrew Wells: Mackin CarrollBernard: Santi OsorioSabin: Brandon BestKortez: Irvin SolorioADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

Sabin takes after his father. Abathar, Naiea, and Atarah grapple with their new reality. Atarah bonds with her mother. Naiea wrestles with her true feelings. Abathar calls upon Calpurnia for guidance. Three heroes race against the clock to save their friend.  Content Warning: swearing, violence, broken bones, deathPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Narrator: Massimo NapoliThe King: Aiden MulhollandPeleus: Sam TroutOther Narrator: Isabel RoneyAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickAbathar: Matthew Thomas MooreNaiea: Lauren HughesSabin: Brandon BestFortinbras VIII: Rayce LopezTurid: McKenzie HainesBenedick: Brady JacobMrs. Highwatch: Nicole TchoungaMr. Highwatch: Maje AdamsCalpurnia: Jordan KesslerADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

The Resistance against Cassius grows. Aurora Nova investigates a mysterious town. The threads of Fate come undone.  Content Warning: swearing, body horror, deathPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Narrator: Massimo NapoliBenedick: Brady JacobSabin: Brandon BestNaiea: Lauren HughesTycho: Maje AdamsSorry: Adrian PrendergastAzrael: Matthew Thomas MooreAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickRowan: Emma WhitleyKortez: Irvin SolorioShaw: Santi OsorioCassius: Luca RohrOther Narrator: Isabel RoneyADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu

The investigation comes to a head. Bryneiss faces her old apprentice. Atarah proves she’s the better archer. Azrael carves up some Redmeat. Serefina realizes her full potential. Kortez meets a mysterious stranger. Rowan grapples with an uncontrollable train.  Content Warning: violence, fire, swearingPlease be sure to follow, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts. For updates on the show, follow us on social media:Instagram: @welcomematradioTwitter: @mat_welcomeTikTok: @welcomematradio CAST LIST (in order of appearance)Narrator: Massimo NapoliSerefina: Mariah Lee SquiresRowan: Emma WhitleySabin: Brandon BestNaiea: Lauren HughesAzrael: Matthew Thomas MooreWallace: Joey BuschKortez: Irvin SolorioBryneiss: Carly BakerPatrick Redmeat: Ian Donovan HylandAtarah: Austin Olivia KendrickADDITIONAL CREDITSTheme song by Mackin CarrollAlbum art by Anna OwensonTranscripts by Mariah Lee SquiresWelcome Mat Radio logo by Jeremy Alesescu