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The Frith Guild Podcast

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Taking a deep dive into the works of Shami Stovall’s Frith Guild Arcanist, Astra Academy Arcanist and Crown Tournament Arcanist, we will be exploring and discussing the books that take us to an amazing new world full of mystical creatures that will make you feel like you are in a world between Harry Potter and Pokemon!

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  1. God‑Tier Secrets, New Auras, and Soul‑Grafting Tension | Chapters 31–35 Breakdown

    Chapters 31–35 dive straight into forbidden magic, academy politics, and the growing divide between Gray’s morality and Deimos’ ruthless logic. This arc blends cosmic lore, classroom chaos, and emotional breakthroughs into one of the most lore‑heavy segments yet.Here’s what we explore:A Sin…

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  2. The Wedding, the New Year, and Deimos’ Deadliest Aura Yet | Chapters 26–30 Recap

    Chapters 26–30 deliver one of the biggest emotional payoffs in the entire series — the wedding — followed immediately by academy upgrades, new majors, and a terrifying display of Deimos’ true power. This arc blends romance, humor, worldbuilding, and abyssal horror into a perfect storm.In this...

  3. Kappa Secrets, Elder Trials, and a Forbidden Wedding Night Visit | Chapters 21–25 Recap

    Chapters 21–25 dive deep into family politics, kappa lore, emotional trials, and one of the sweetest (and funniest) pre‑wedding moments in the entire saga. Gray, Ashlyn, and the whole crew face revelations that reshape everything they thought they knew.This breakdown covers:The Kappa Arcanist...

  4. Behemoth Secrets, Elder Monsters, and a Brutal Reunion | Chapters 16–20 Deep Dive

    Chapters 16–20 crank the tension to a whole new level. Gray uncovers forbidden truths, elder monsters close in, and the crew faces their most terrifying threats yet — all while loyalties, illusions, and soul‑magic collide.In this breakdown, we cover:Or Else — the truth about unique creature...

  5. Gray’s Fears Tested, Soul Catchers Revealed, and a Baby Gabbro Dragon?! | Chapters 11–15 Breakdown

    Gray’s world gets darker, deeper, and way more dangerous in Chapters 11–15. From Deimos lecturing him on apologies to Sorin forging a shadow trident worthy of a death lord’s blessing, this arc is packed with tension, lore, and emotional gut punches.We dive into:Wolfram, Voice of the Departed —...

  6. The Duke of Demise Awakens & Grey Meets His Brother | Chapters 6–10 Breakdown: Labyrinth Arcanist

    Chapters 6–10 escalate everything—fear, family, magic, and the looming threat of the hells. Nini faces Xuandi in the maze, Grey confronts his deepest fear, and the Lolian family secrets finally come into the light. This video covers the entire arc from Hell’s Bells to My Brother, tying together…

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  7. Abyssal Hells, Lost Souls & Wedding Secrets | Chapters 1–5 Breakdown: Labyrinth Arcanist

    Chapters 1–5 of this arc take us from the quiet shores of Haylin to the nightmare layers of the Abyssal Hells—and everything in between. Grey returns home for the new year, preparing for a wedding that already feels cursed, while Nini fights through a labyrinth of fear, fire, and memory with…

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  8. Almost Home: Weddings, Abyssal Secrets & Nini’s Descent Into the Second Abyss | Ch. 41–45 Recap

    Chapters 41–45 bring us right to the edge of home, destiny, and the abyss itself. Grey meets with Lord Dodger, learns shocking truths about Adelgis, and faces Lucian’s apology as the wedding rumors explode across the academy. Raaza commits to joining Grey’s quest, Nasbit tries to bail, and Phila...

  9. The Real Marriage Arc: Grey vs. Ashlynn’s Entire Family, Astral Battles & Dragon Secrets (Ch. 36–40)

    Chapters 36–40 are pure chaos:• Grey vs. Valo, the Archduke, and Ashlynn’s entire family• A three‑on‑one duel with lightning, fire, runes, portals, and stolen magic• Grey wins by slicing the Archduke’s face from behind• Ashlynn declares she’ll marry him• The Archduke says absolutely not• Grey...

  10. No More Mercy: Manticores, Abyssal Dragons & The Fall of Waxing City | Chapters 31–35 Breakdown

    Dive into Chapters 31–35, where everything explodes at once. Two manticore arcanists attack, Lucian loses control, and Grey and Deimos unleash abyssal dragon power to stop the Soul Catcher. The Waxing City falls, alliances fracture, and Knovak goes full power‑hungry menace.Twain rescues Raaza’s...

  11. Lucian Nellit Enters the Story?! Death Lord Arcanist Chapters 26–30 Are INSANE

    Rot Blossoms. Death magic. A god‑arcanist bounty hunter.Chapters 26–30 escalate EVERYTHING.We break down:• Razza’s tragic past• The infiltration of Lord Oto’s compound• Deimos’ rage and new magic threads• The reveal of Lucian Nellit, The Dauntless • A lightning‑charged battle featuring typhoon...

  12. Chapters 21–25: Razza’s Betrayal, Twilight Secrets, and Gray’s Descent Into Chaos

    Chapters 21–25 hit hard with betrayal, abyssal lore, and Gray’s unstoppable urge to help every stranger he meets. Raaza returns acting like a cultist, revealing he’s been spying from inside the academy and feeding information about Gray and his family. His fox‑fire escape fails when Gray strikes...

  13. Death Lord Arcanist Chapters 16–20 The Cult of Deimos, Abyssal Lords, and Gray’s True Form Awakening

    Gray’s journey plunges into its darkest and most chaotic stretch yet as Chapters 16–20 unravel a web of cult secrets, abyssal politics, eldritch transformations, and long‑buried grudges that refuse to stay dead.We begin with The Cult of Deimos, where Gray’s dreamwalk forces him into contact with…

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  14. Death Lord Kallikore, Abyssal Leeches & Lord Otto’s Bargain: Rebirth and New Alliances (Ch. 11–15)

    The journey through the Abyssal Hells takes a dramatic turn as the group follows unicorn tracks into the domain of Death Lord Kallikore — a half‑mystical, half‑human elder being preserving the soul of Zelfree, a human who accidentally descended while following Umbriel’s teachings. With Xuandi’s...

  15. Elder Toads, Soul Venom & the Fury of Xuandi: Abyssal Trials Deepen (Ch. 6–10)

    The climb through the Abyssal Hells turns deadly as Ashlynn, Grey, Deimos, Knovak, Starling, and the eldrin face elder creatures, venomous betrayals, and the brutal laws of soul‑magic. Starling refuses Nini’s help, Ecrib fumes, and an Ogata Toad with razor fangs tries to convince the mystical...

  16. Stranded in the Abyssal Hells: Forbidden Hunger & the Climb to Reincarnation (Death Lord Ch. 1–5)

    Trapped in the First Abyss with their strength draining away, Ashlynn, Knovak, Deimos, Grey, Twain, and the eldrin must navigate a realm where every root, fruit, and creature is made of soulstuff — and eating anything could twist them into monsters. As Deimos lies injured and trust fractures…

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  17. Dragged Into the Abyss: Naiad’s Return, Gray’s Fury, and the Wraithborn Orchard Chapter 46-End

    Dive into Chapters 46–49 of this dark‑academy fantasy as everything explodes at once. Gray finally confronts Archduke Kross — blunt, furious, and done letting anyone treat Ashlyn like she’s disposable. But before the dust settles, Naiad strikes, attempting to graft Deimos’s soul and dragging the...

  18. Chapters 41–45: Gray vs Ashlynn, Unicorn Race Chaos & The Final Competition Fantasy Breakdown

    The academy arc explodes with duels, ancient magic, shapeshifter lore, chaotic competitions, and emotional reunions as Gray, his friends, and his enemies collide in the most intense stretch of the story so far.Chapters 41–45 follow Gray through a whirlwind of trials:Ashlynn challenges him in a...

  19. Runes, Rivalries & Tournament Chaos Chapters 36–40 Breakdown Abyssal Arcanist

    Chapters 36–40 deliver one of the most stacked arcs yet — magical tattoos, enchanted trinkets, jealous crushes, and a full academy tournament where everyone’s pride is on the line. Grey finally gets occult ore dust and his long‑awaited personal rune, while the whole friend group receives powerful...

  20. Bullies, Cotillions & Combat Training: Gray Levels Up Chapters 31-35

    Gray’s week is WILD. Piper’s looking spicy in class, Knovak’s getting bullied, and Deimos is trying (badly) to motivate him. Gray roasts some “noble” arcanists into confusion, learns melee basics, gets stuck with a spear, and immediately disarms Jijo. Then it’s Phila’s cotillion: illusions…

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  21. Deimos’ Grip Tightens: Death Lords, Dream Magic & Rising Tensions Chapters 26–30 Breakdown

    Chaos. Lore drops. Emotional damage. Chapters 26–30 go HARD. Gray’s weapon is literally evolving with every kill, Deimos refuses to go back to sleep, and Waste’s whole aesthetic is turning into “I’ve survived too many boss fights.” Ashlyn finally learns the truth about Gray’s kidnapping, Sorin...

  22. Deimon Unleashed: Nullstone Chains, Soul Hunts, and the Reaper Within Chapters 21-25 Breakdown

    Hostage standoff. Nullstone chains. A Death Lord’s cult hunting soul fragments. Grey panics, Deimos wakes up, and suddenly the body count skyrockets. Vivi turns into every weapon imaginable, Twain becomes a knightmare, and Grey now has THREE voices in his head. Deimos is getting stronger… and the...

  23. Dreamweavers, Dragons & a Hostage Crisis: Gray’s Breaking Point at the Abyssal Arcanist (Ch. 16–20)

    n this episode, we cover Chapters 16–20 of the Arcanist Academy saga — a powerful arc where Gray uncovers unsettling truths, dream magic spirals out of control, and a shocking family crisis erupts.Gray learns from Deimos that his mother’s soul wasn’t harmed — she either reincarnated or was…

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  24. Shattered Truths & Sleeping Gods: Gray’s Descent Into Deimos’ Realm (Ch. 11–15)

    In this episode, we explore Chapters 11–15 of the Abyssal Arcanist saga — a turning point where Gray’s limits, the academy’s secrets, and the looming threat of Deimos collide. As Phila helps Nasbit and Jijo escorts Gray to the headmaster, the truth behind Gray’s talents becomes harder to...

  25. Gray’s Awakening: Training, Tension, and Rising Power at the Arcanist Academy: Abyssal Arcanist 6-10

    As Gray struggles with the fallout of recent events, tensions rise on all sides. Kristof’s blunt hostility and fierce protectiveness over Rylee leave Gray feeling exposed and self‑conscious, especially after Kristof vows to kill him if she’s ever endangered again. Sorin confronts Gray about his...

  26. Dorm Shifts & Dark Omens at the Arcanist Academy: Abyssal Arcanist Chapters 1-5

    Welcome back to the world of arcane halls, noble-born drama, and rising magical danger. In this episode, we follow Gray, Nasbit, Raaza, and the rest of the crew as dorm politics collide with mysterious dreams, strange visitors, and a growing threat inside the academy.After Gray confesses a...

  27. Dream Battles, Abyssal Secrets & The Kross Cotillion Chapters 36–43 Breakdown

    Explore Chapters 36–43 as Grey dives deeper into dream‑magic with Helmith, uncovers the truth behind abyssal dragons, and faces Deimos’ growing influence. From the elegance of the Kross Cotillion and Grey’s stunned reaction to Ashlyn’s entrance, to the terror of the Midnight Depths Kraken and the...

  28. Flotilla Marketplace Adventures & the Dark Legacy of Death Lord Deimos Chapters 31–35 Summary

    Dive into Chapters 32–35 as the crew explores the vibrant Flotilla Marketplace, prepares for matching outfits, and uncovers eerie lore aboard a floating library. From Grey’s quiet longing for Ashlyn to the unsettling rise of Death Lord Deimos and his Abyssal Dragon bond, these chapters blend…

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  29. Arcane Saga: Mushrooms, Cotillion Intrigue & True Form Revelations (Chapters 26–30)

    Explore Chapters 26–30 of this epic fantasy series where Gray, Ashlyn, Sorin, and Nasbit face elemental mushroom trials, illusionary caves, and cotillion secrets. From absorbing gate fragments and battling abyssal dreams to confronting Death Lord Deimos and learning the mysteries of true forms,...

  30. Arcane Trials & Rune Secrets: Mimic Arcanist Chapters 21–25

    Dive into Chapters 21–25 of this epic fantasy saga where Gray, Ashlynn, Nasbit, and Knovak face races, rivalries, and revelations. From tense track challenges and cotillion drama to rune tattoos, abyssal tridents, and a mysterious new magical professor, these episodes blend combat arts, mystic...

  31. Mimic Arcanist 16-20

    We learn more than we bargain for about how certain mystical creatures are born. You can find us on Facebook and join in the conversation.I want to mention the Frith Chronicles Wiki as a great resource for fan art and information.If you have any questions you want me to read on our podcast please...

  32. Mimic Arcanist: Arcane Veins & Abyssal Echoes – Chapters 6–10

    The journey deepens as Gray and his classmates arrive at a mysterious island with only eight buildings and secrets beneath the waves. From magical tattoos powered by arcane veins to a forest fire sparked by illusion gone wrong, tensions rise and powers are tested. Gray confronts his limits, faces...

  33. Mimic Arcanist: Scars, Camping, and Magical Gates – Chapters 1–5

    Welcome back to Astra Academy! In this five-part arc, Gray wrestles with the scars left by Deimos while the class prepares for a month-long camping trip filled with magical gates, illusions, and unexpected rivalries. Sorin returns, Helmith stirs excitement, and the competition heats up with...

  34. Reapers, Knightmares, and Star Shards: Unveiling the Mysteries in Chapters 31-35 of Academy Arcanist

    Dive into the latest chapters where Gray confronts Nini's secrets, the team embarks on a perilous journey up Death Mountain, and unexpected transformations challenge their survival. Explore the complexities of arcanist longevity and the enigmatic basement revelations. You can find us on Facebook...

  35. Arcane Rivalries & Academy Secrets: Gray's First Trials at School: Academy Arcanist Chapter 21-25

    Gray’s first weeks at the academy are anything but ordinary—dragon arcanists in treehouses, mysterious professors, and flirtations tangled in lies. As students split into elite groups and clash over magical specialties, Gray suspects Professor Helmith isn’t who she claims to be. With evocation...

  36. Orientation Chaos & Knightmare Bonds: Welcome to Astra Academy Chapter 16-20

    Gray arrives at the academy in true chaotic fashion—pants only, no shame. Piper, ever the icon in heels and composure, whisks him off to the laundry room, where pipes twist like spellwork and an Engkanto arcanist folds socks with arcane precision. Marianne Beets, head of housekeeping, has a whole...

  37. Trials, Puppets, and Dream Magic: Chapters 11–15 of the Arcanist Saga Unleash Chaos in the Menagerie

    Dive into Chapters 11–15 of this spellbinding fantasy series where forgotten children, a kitsune, and a reaper named Waste set the stage for deadly trials. A black Pegasus, a mimic cat named Twain, and dream-born monsters collide in a magical menagerie. Gray’s obsession with dream magic leads to…

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  38. Astra Academy & the Rizzle Gate: Gray’s Journey Through Silence, Sorcery, and Secrets Chapter 6-10

    Follow Gray’s coming-of-age saga from island exile to magical academy, where silence becomes survival, spider creatures lurk beneath the surface, and ancient arcanists guard secrets of the Rizzle Gate. With griffin captains, leviathan lore, and a menagerie of unbonded beasts, this fantasy epic...

  39. In My Dreams: Nightmare Beasts, Unicorn Trials, and the Rise of Gray Lexly. Academy Arcanist 1-5

    Gray Lexly’s dreams are haunted by monsters no one believes in—except his twin brother Sorin, a loyal protector with a poet’s heart. As dream logic blurs into waking danger, Gray encounters a marionette-limbed spider masked like a manticore, only to be saved by a mysterious force and a professor...

  40. Fables of the Dreamweaver, Death Lord, and Steel Thorn: Secrets, Souls, and the Plague Unveiled

    In this trio of interconnected fables, Adelgis learns to project his mind into dreams, uncovering the abyssal leech and guiding Zelfree through Volke’s subconscious to trace the soul forge and world serpent’s magic. Meanwhile, Zelfree and Lynus face off in a tavern card game, revealing past...

  41. The Autarch Saga: From Armageddon to Forgiveness in a World Reborn. Grandmaster Arcanist 46-End

    Dive into Chapters 46–52 of the Autarch Saga, where war erupts with krakens, undead legions, and celestial titans. As Volke, TK, and the heroes battle the golden kirin and face the abyss, the Autarch unleashes devastating auras. Years later, Volke builds a new legacy with his family, haunted by...

  42. An Army Rises: Volke’s Last Stand and the Battle for Fortuna. Chapter 41-45 of Grandmaster Arcanist

    Chapters 41–45 launch the world of Arcanists into chaos and heroism as Volke commands armies, reshapes mountains, and masters terrain magic. With the Autarch unleashing krakens, undead legions, and celestial birds, and Lucian grieving Azir's sacrifice, the Tempest Coatl names a new Dauntless.…

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  43. Volke’s Sacrifice and the Rise of Magiborne Power Chapter 36-40 Grandmaster Arcanist

    In Chapters 36–40 of this epic fantasy saga, Volke faces a terrifying transformation of Luthair, the resurgence of deadly magic, and the emergence of powerful enchantments through Magiborne Runes. As William battles his destiny and Adelgis suffers the loss of Felicity, the world teeters toward…

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  44. Aura Breakthroughs & Blade Boundaries Chapters 31–35 of Grandmaster Arcanist

    Zelfree and Lynus clash in a lantern-lit duel while Volke faces emotional and magical reckoning. Evianna unlocks her aura in a seductive challenge, and William solves a haunting riddle at the Scylla Waters. As plague creatures stir and magic manipulates, Yevin summons a devastating force. Don't...

  45. Dreamweavers, Trials, and Hydra Lore: Arcanist Fables of Memory, Worth, and Pain

    From Adelgis’s dream-sculpted intimacy with Biyu to Ezril’s daring defiance of fate and the chilling rites of Regal Heights, these fables explore what it means to dream, to endure, and to transform. Secrets revealed, rites performed, and bonds forged in flood, fire, and dreamlight. You can find…

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  46. Grandmaster Arcanist Chapters 21–25: Love, Loyalty, and the Sky Titan’s Return

    Volke faces political chaos in Fortuna, a duel erupts between Lucian and Evianna, and a mythical Sky Titan stirs the skies. With marriage proposals, epic grudges, and a daring plan to protect the realm, these chapters reshape the war’s future. You can find us on Facebook and join in the...

  47. Grandmaster Arcanist: Keeper of Corpses & The Falcon’s Ascent (Chapters 16-20)

    Ezril, the enigmatic Keeper of Corpses, emerges from the shadows—marked by a nine-pointed star, a mystical sign shared only with the Mother of Shapeshifters. With unwavering devotion to Orwyn, Ezril joins the journey back to Fortuna, soaring above the earth aboard The Falcon. Secrets unravel,...

  48. Grandmaster Arcanist Chapters 11–15: The Abyssal Leech, Guild Upheaval, and Atty’s True Form

    In Chapters 11–15 of Master Arcanist, Volke challenges Orwyn’s blind faith, Liet entrusts him with the guild, and Atty embarks on a solo journey toward transformation. Meanwhile, Vethica’s return ignites a wild celebration, all while the Frith Guild’s fortress teeters on the edge of destruction....

  49. Grandmaster Arcanist: Chapters 6-10 Breakdown – Dark Underground, Leadership & Regal Heights

    Dive into the latest thrilling chapters of Grandmaster Arcanist! From the eerie depths of the underground to fiery confrontations in Regal Heights, Volke and his allies face monstrous horrors, strategic battles, and the evolving stakes of power. You can find us on Facebook and join in the...

  50. Grandmaster Arcanist Book 8: The Path to Deadman’s Bluff – Secrets, Brigands, and Magic Unleashed

    Join Volke and his allies in their perilous journey through mystic landscapes and dangerous encounters. From battling brigands and stolen pegasi to uncovering dark experiments deep within a jail’s basement, the legendary World Serpent Arcanist takes bold steps toward the unknown. Discover the...

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Taking a deep dive into the works of Shami Stovall’s Frith Guild Arcanist, Astra Academy Arcanist and Crown Tournament Arcanist, we will be exploring and discussing the books that take us to an amazing new world full of mystical creatures that will make you feel like you are in a world between Harry Potter and Pokemon!

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