First of all: Lay your peepers on this gorgeous tarot card artwork from our very own @sizzypheanloop! Izzy kindly allowed me to share it for this announcement post (and just LOOK AT THE COLOURS Y'ALL SDLJFBSDJHK)
Thank you for blessing us with the such breath-taking art of the most disastrous disaster gays to every disaster <3
2. BONUS EPISODE RELEASE
The first A Day in the Life bonus episode, 'GOSSIP', is available to listen now on the MERCY feed! Prompted by @sizzypheanloop (sans Mrs. Herrera, but d/w her time will come).
In this episode, Lila & Paxton enjoy tea and gossip and all the womanly-doily things, much to Sawyer's chagrin.
It's short, but it was super fun to record, and we aim to get the next ADITL on the feed next week if stars align.
[See below the cut for future release schedule & context on what's happening behind the scenes]
3. FUTURE RELEASE SCHEDULE & A BIG THANK YOU!
Finally, we'd like to thank you for your ongoing patience during this break. While initially we intended to return in June/July with Episode 11, it's looking more like end of September or early October instead.
We do have a special Prologue episode that will be released before then, however, and other bonus episode and content as well.
I'd like to explain the reason for the new schedule - not to make excuses or to justify our decision, but rather to contextualise why we need the extra time. I know I don't owe anyone an explanation, but I do value our lil' flock/community, and I think it would be the right thing to let y'all know what's going on. This will probably be the last time I make a post like this however, as I'm sure many of you already have a good idea on our workload & process by now :)
If you're not already aware, each episode of MERCY takes around a month to record and a month or two to edit (editing at first took a couple of weeks, but that got longer with the increasing complexities in the sound design & lengths of the episodes).
We are a very small team with jobs, other daily responsibilities (eurgh), and disabilities/illnesses with a limited number of spoons. This unfortunately means there are only so many hours we can dedicate to MERCY on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
The latter half of Season 1 is also a larger story in scale, scope, cast, and...well, everything. And we pride ourselves on producing the highest quality episodes - at least, to the best of our abilities - with every release.
It is possible for us to speed things along, yes, but we are reluctant to do so if that means having to cut corners or not pour as much care into every episode we put out. This also means our listeners all possess the grace & patience of a bodhisattva (and y'all actually do fr 😭🙏).
Anyway, I hope that explains what's happening behind the scenes a bit, and I sincerely mean it when I reiterate how grateful the team and I are to have your ongoing understanding & support.
We aren't the best at keeping up with social media things, but we do see your beautiful posts and artwork and writing, and every single one of them is so so special and dear to us💕
In the meantime, keep an eye on our Tumblr and the MERCY feed for more content to come. If you have any concerns, comments, or questions, feel free to leave us an Ask or shoot us an email at [email protected]
If you made it this far, thank you for reading this novel (egad)! And take care of yourselves & each other, friends 🐦⬛💕💕
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WE HAVE NOW OFFICIALLY PREMIERED!
If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND!
Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
Loving husband by day, prolific serial killer by night.
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KIND is Strangekind Studio’s debut audio drama, featuring a diverse cast, immersive sound design, and with queer BIPOC characters front and center. It is heavily inspired by East Asian dramas, classic noir films, and Korean & Japanese folk mythologies. The show has 13 episodes with a total runtime of 15.5 hours.
Unassuming Sujin Baek works at Eden Orphanage, cooking and cleaning for twelve boisterous children. He is happily married to the love of his life - Giv Hasan, an ever-patient and caring nurse.
Their days are idyllic, filled with scraped knees, overdue homework, and driving the kids to soccer practice - the vibrant chaos of domestic life. But during the dead hours of the night, Sujin takes to the streets as the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer.
The bullish Detective Dana Liu and her enigmatic partner, Detective Ilana Stone, are determined to stop Kind before he strikes again. They are given their best lead yet when the witness to his latest murder makes herself known.
Meanwhile, the detectives must also navigate the tumultuous waters of a burgeoning relationship - which is, in Dana's opinion, a trial far more difficult than catching a serial killer.
When the true identity of the Kind Killer is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
Listen to KIND now wherever you get your podcasts or at the links below:
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CHAPTER SIX: THE PUPPET is now available to listen on all podcasting apps.
Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
In Chapter Six, Eden is scattered. Olivia is on the road. And Gabriel has work to do.
If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or at the links below:
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The two part finale of KIND, CHAPTER ELEVEN: THE HUMAN is now available to listen on all podcasting apps.
In Chapter Eleven: Rebirth. Renewal. Life is death is life.
[Image description: There is a monochrome digital drawing of a masc East Asian character with long black hair and in a white robe or dress. He is standing against a pitch black background, gazing down at a sprig of plum blossom which is in gentle pinks and whites. He has a soft smile on his face. One hand is lightly grazing his own chest.
The text reads: I’m scattered like I’m not really here. Bits of me embedded in different spaces outside of us. But you come after me like an earthbed and I could die curled in tender. Your adoration - it dazzles, steals, aches. Your adoration - a precious memoriam. The title of the show, KIND: An LGBTQ+ Mythical Noir Audio Drama, is in the bottom right corner. Image description end.]
Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or at the links below:
Anya is live and ready to show you everything. Watch her strip, dance, and perform exclusive shows just for you. Interact in real-time and make your fantasies come true.
✓ Live Streaming✓ Interactive Chat✓ Private Shows✓ HD Quality✓ Free Actions
Free to watch • No registration required • HD streaming
Hey y'all! We have our first official trailer! If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND!
We will be premiering with the first two episodes on 1 October (EST), so make sure to follow us on your preferred podcasting app <3
This trailer is best experienced with headphones. For adult audiences only.
CW: Gun violence, violence & gore, explicit language, smoking.
Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
KIND is an LGBTQ+ mythical noir audio drama featuring a full cast and immersive sound design. The show will premiere on 1 October, 2024 (EST) on your favorite podcasting app.
RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/66399aa455607b00122797ee
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LCDFg6qQpPlGnW87Adyw1?si=5112e6f1ac6b4e34
Podlink: https://pod.link/1745264975
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj6i5MHmFz6wI1XV0Y8hlNg
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kind-an-lgbtq-mythical-noir-audio-drama/id1745264975
Strangekind Studio Linktree: https://linktr.ee/strangekindstudio
SFX & Music sourced from EpidemicSound.
Featured song is Dark Prince by ELFL
Narrated by Jay Rossouw (Jay33721)
Written and Sound Designed by Jae-in Hwan
Strangekind Studio presents stories that subvert tropes and challenge genre conventions. We spotlight characters who are part of the intersection, including characters who are LGBTQ+, disabled, neurodiverse, and BIPOC. Questions? Comments? Contact us at [email protected] or at our website.
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CHAPTER NINE: THE HUNTER is now available to listen on all podcasting apps!
Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.
In Chapter Nine, Kyle confronts his shadow. Eden begins anew. And the party goes on a hunt.
If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or at the links below:
"Ibukimori.
I remember sitting here. Watching the trees sway as snow scattered from spindly black branches.
There was no colour. No sound. No warmth.
When I touched the snow, it stayed in my palm.
Solid. Cold.
It never melted.
I was content in my isolation. In my petrified existence.
And so it should have been.
But then...
I met you."
- The First Meeting by Jae-in Hwan
KIND: An LGBTQ+ Mythical Noir Audio Drama
'Sujin Baek is a happily married cook and caretaker for the children at Eden Orphanage. He is also the Kind Killer, Silver City's most prolific and terrifying serial killer. When his secret is forced to the surface, the city's dark underbelly threatens the very heart and humanity of all Silverians.'
If you're into queer & BIPOC stories, modern fantasy, mythologies, epic romances, intense drama, and found family - you might enjoy KIND! Check it out on your favourite podcasting app or at one of the below links.
