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The Storyverse of Verdigris

38 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Welcome adventurers! In this epic fantasy storytelling serial, we explore the Storyverse of Verdigris, a series of interconnected fantasy tales and adventures by author Beth Ball.

The first two seasons of our adventures unfold in the world of Azuria, a land of epic fantasy, magic, and nature that teeters on the brink between light and darkness. Ancient forces awaken, and new heroes rise to the occasion. But this time, who will prevail?

Find out in this exciting, action- and magic-packed audio series featuring druids, pirates, fae, werewolves, and more!

Our podcast host is Beth Ball, a weaver of words and worlds spinning stories of druidic magic and the power of nature that span the epic fantasy realms of Azuria and Eldura. If you enjoy lyrical tales of action and adventure, dragons, werewolves, fae, wily foxes, and more, then grab your enchanted amulet, flaming longsword, poisoned dagger, or other mystical accessory of choice, and let’s start our journey together!

When she’s not writing fantasy fiction, Beth is a tabletop RPG designer who specializes in adventures and advice for playing one-on-one 5e as one half of D&D Duet.

You can find her and more stories set in Azuria at bethballbooks.com, where you'll also discover other books in Azuria and Eldura. Let's start our adventure!

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Episodes

Letters, Soldiers, and the Amulet: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Twenty

April 30, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

In episode twenty-six of The Storyverse of Verdigris, Iellieth and Marcon settle into the town of Trudid, hide from soldiers, and experiment with Iellieth's magical amulet. Introduction Hello adventurers, and welcome to season two, episode twenty-six of the recently renamed Storyverse of Verdigris podcast! My name is Beth Ball, and I'm an epic fantasy author and game designer weaving tales of magic and adventure across the high fantasy worlds of Azuria and Eldura.  In season two of our po...

Bribes, Cheats, and Hushed News: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book one, Chapter Nineteen

February 24, 2022 21:15 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

In episode twenty-five of The Storyverse of Verdigris, Iellieth and Marcon get to the bottom of the mayor's strange behavior in Trudid and make several interesting first impressions. Introduction Hello adventurers, and welcome to season two, episode twenty-five of the recently renamed Storyverse of Verdigris podcast! My name is Beth Ball, and I'm an epic fantasy author and game designer weaving tales of magic and adventure across the high fantasy worlds of Azuria and Eldura.  In season tw...

An Overdue Update and A Fancy New Podcast Name!

January 28, 2022 19:00 - 4 minutes - 5.83 MB

Intro  Hello my dear listeners and friends, and thank you so much for tuning in today! First I want to apologize for the very long gap between episodes. There’s been a lot going on over here, and then just as I was getting ready to dive back in again, I got sick and my voice was all raspy, and I didn’t think that would work well for new episodes either.  I’m not going to promise just yet that we’ll return to weekly episodes, but I am working in that direction as best I can!  Second, you m...

Embracing the Beast Within: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Eighteen

October 19, 2021 21:45 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

In episode thirty-three of the World of Azuria podcast, Genevieve reunites with Sariel in the wild forests of Tor’stre Vahn and meets the druid Ophelia.    Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode twenty-three of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical world of Azuria as I read chapters from the no...

Marcon's Travail: A Special Excerpt from Phoenix Rising, Feather & Flame Book One

October 08, 2021 16:15 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MB

Special bonus episode! Step back in time into Marcon's early days as a soldier in the war-torn world of Eldura. High in the Meridiennes, already exhausted from battle, Marcon learns devastating news about his home city of Respite and the loved ones he's left behind. While he and the other soldiers of the Luz were fighting a losing battle against the dragon Braemorn in the city of Sanctuary, Alessandra routed their forces. Without their quick intervention, their city will fall. This episode...

Second Tries and Trees' Cries: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Seventeen

September 28, 2021 22:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MB

In episode thirty-one of the World of Azuria podcast, Iellieth makes a second attempt to convince Turdoch of the rightness of the druids’ cause and investigates some disturbing news she learns from Linolynn. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode twenty-one of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magic...

The Tree of Silver: A Story in Serial Preview

September 24, 2021 13:00 - 4 minutes - 5.83 MB

Episode thirty of the World of Azuria podcast is another special bonus episode with a preview of the upcoming story in serial, The Tree of Silver! Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode twenty of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical world of Azuria as I read chapters from the novels and stories...

A Hasty Impression in a Felled Forest: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Sixteen

September 21, 2021 21:30 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MB

In episode twenty-nine of the World of Azuria podcast, Marcon and Iellieth make their way to the city of Trudid on a mission from the druids of the Vagarveil Wood.    Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode nineteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical world of Azuria as I read chapters from...

From Duet D&D Campaign to Epic Fantasy Series: My Journey in Creating Buried Heroes

September 17, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MB

Episode twenty-eight of the World of Azuria podcast is a special bonus episode celebrating the one-year publication anniversary of Buried Heroes or, more accurately, the one year, four month anniversary! In this episode, I'll take you through my journey with this story from one-on-one D&D campaign to epic fantasy series.   Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode eighteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Az...

Returning Home from the Sea: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Fifteen

September 14, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MB

In episode twenty-seven of the World of Azuria podcast, Teodric returns home to Nortelon. Much remains as it has been since his family's banishment, but a prophesy foretells change upon the horizon.   Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode seventeen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical worl...

Sharing Stories and Finding Faevines: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Fourteen

August 24, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MB

In episode twenty-six of the World of Azuria podcast, we learn more about the ancient world of Eldura and about Iellieth’s experiences in Linolynn as she and Marcon embark on the first leg of their journey.   Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode sixteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical...

Druidic Magic Awakens: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Thirteen

August 10, 2021 17:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

In episode twenty-five of the World of Azuria podcast, Iellieth's druidic magic begins to emerge. As it does, she and Marcon prepare for the next phase of their journey and learn about the forces opposing the woodland druids.     Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode fifteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept a...

Transformation in the Hallowed Wood: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Twelve

July 27, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MB

Episode twenty-four of the World of Azuria podcast immerses us in Genevieve's lycanthropy infection. She races through the Hallowed Wood in the hope that she can find the lone druid who can help her in time. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode fourteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical...

Fires, Friendship, and Emerging Quests: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Eleven

July 20, 2021 13:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Episode twenty-three of the World of Azuria podcast deepens our understanding of the Vagarveil Wood as Mara, Persephonie, Cassian, Iellieth, and Marcon sit down to share a meal together and discuss the revelations of the druids’ meeting. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode thirteen of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll b...

Friends Old and New in the Vagarveil Wood: Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Ten

July 13, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

Episode twenty-two of the World of Azuria podcast delves back into the Vagarveil Wood with a tense discussion between Yvayne and Mara and a debate among the conclave druids. Iellieth learns more about Marcon's past and makes a new friend. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode twelve of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll b...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Nine

July 06, 2021 19:00 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

Episode twenty-one of the World of Azuria podcast brings in a special guest reader for chapter nine of Buried Heroes! Teodric's adventures on the Infinite Ocean continue as he recovers from Syleste's renewed spell. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode eleven of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the ma...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Eight

June 29, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

Episode twenty of the World of Azuria podcast introduces the last of our three main characters in Buried Heroes, a young druid from Tor'stre Vahn, Genevieve Vendanges, whose conclave find themselves in a tenuous situation. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode ten of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into t...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Seven

June 22, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MB

Episode nineteen of the World of Azuria podcast takes us into the heart of Mara's enclave where we find a newly revived Marcon and Iellieth inside the druid's home and learn more about what’s going on with Iellieth’s amulet! Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode nine of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away in...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Six

June 15, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MB

Episode eighteen of the World of Azuria podcast returns us to Yvayne's side as she searches through the snow of Torg's Peak for Iellieth. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode eight of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical world of Azuria as I read chapters from the novels and stories. In othe...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Five

May 18, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Episode seventeen of the World of Azuria podcast picks up with Iellieth falling through the air after releasing the rope that led to the lower chamber of the mountain hideaway she discovered. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode seven of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept away into the magical world of Azuria as...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Four

May 11, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

Episode sixteen of the World of Azuria podcast resume Iellieth’s story. We last saw her in chapter two as she prepared to transmigrate to Hadvar with her family. But her amulet began to hover and glow just before the transmigration began... Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode six of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll b...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Three

April 20, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

Episode fifteen of the World of Azuria podcast reintroduces Teodric Adhemar, first seen as a young tot in Aurora. Teodric now plays a dangerous game on the high seas, attempting to maintain the favor of the dread pirate Syleste. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode five of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be exploring in this show. In some episodes, we’ll be swept awa...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter Two

April 15, 2021 22:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Episode fourteen of the World of Azuria podcast takes us deeper into Iellieth's life in Io Keep as she retreats to her room following a confrontation with her mother and stepfather. However, she has a surprise visitor waiting for her! But not even her best friend can prevent the unspooling events of that afternoon. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode four of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fan...

The Ballad of Hugh and Lilia, Excerpted from Song of Parting

April 09, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MB

Episode fourteen of the World of Azuria podcast takes us back into Azuria's past with "The Ballad of Hugh and Lilia," one of the oldest love stories in the world's lore. Here at the beginning of their story, an unsuspecting lycan alpha encounters a fae reyanna deep in the forest. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode three of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll be explorin...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Chapter One

April 06, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MB

Episode thirteen of the World of Azuria podcast takes us into the gardens and halls of Io Keep in the kingdom of Linolynn. Here, Iellieth Amastacia bids farewell to her friend and mentor, Katarina, before traveling to the northern kingdom of Hadvar and a forced marriage later that afternoon. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode two of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, which we’ll b...

Buried Heroes, Age of Azuria Book One, Prologue

March 23, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MB

In this twelfth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, our adventure takes a turn into the exciting pages of Buried Heroes, book one in the Age of Azuria series! The novel's prologue features a familiar character—two, actually—one of our heroines and an undead villain, on the cusp of a change in the fate of Azuria. Introduction Hello adventurers, And welcome to season two, episode one of the World of Azuria podcast. My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria epic fanta...

A Reflection on Aurora by the Author, Beth Ball

March 19, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MB

In this eleventh episode of the World of Azuria podcast, Beth shares why she chose Aurora as the introductory story for the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series. Episode Introduction  Why this novella and this story? Part of what I wanted to convey with Aurora as the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series was that, when we really dig into them, it’s difficult to uncover a story’s true moment of initiation. Book one in the series, Buried Heroes, starts with its own origin point to Iell...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Ch 9

March 16, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this tenth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the epic fantasy world of Azuria with chapter nine of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter nine of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, the author of the Age of Azuria series, which we’ll be exploring...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Ch 8

March 12, 2021 13:00 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MB

In this ninth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the epic fantasy world of Azuria with chapter eight of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter eight of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria series, which we’ll be...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Ch 7

March 09, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this eighth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter seven of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter seven of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, ...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Ch 6

March 05, 2021 19:00 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MB

In this seventh episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter six of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter six of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, whi...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Ch 5

March 02, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MB

In this sixth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter five of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter five of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, whi...

Esmeralda's Tarot Reading from Aurora, Chapter Four

February 19, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MB

In this special bonus episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we explore some of the lore behind the world of Azuria with Esmeralda's tarot reading from chapter four of Aurora. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with Esmeralda's tarot reading from chapter four of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of A...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Chapter 4

February 18, 2021 07:45 - 12 minutes - 17 MB

In this fourth episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter four of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter four of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, wh...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Chapter 3

February 12, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

In this third episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we return to the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter three of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter three of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, w...

World of Azuria Introduction

February 11, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutes - 3.69 MB

Thank you so much for checking out the World of Azuria podcast! This episode introduces you to me, Beth Ball, author of the Age of Azuria series, and covers what we'll be exploring together in the World of Azuria podcast! Hello adventurers, And welcome to the World of Azuria podcast! I am so excited to be sharing stories with you here on your favorite podcatcher!  But before we dive into some high fantasy fiction magic, who am I, and what kind of stories am I going to tell?  Well, my na...

Aurora, An Age of Azuria Novella, Chapter 2

February 08, 2021 19:05 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MB

In this second episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we dive back into the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter two of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter two of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series,...

Aurora, an Age of Azuria Novella, Chapter 1

December 19, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MB

In this first episode of the World of Azuria podcast, we dive into the high fantasy world of Azuria with chapter one of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria series. Episode Introduction  Hello adventurers, and welcome to the World of Azuria podcast. In this episode, we dive into the world of Azuria with chapter one of Aurora, the prequel novella for the Age of Azuria high fantasy series.  My name is Beth Ball, and I’m the author of the Age of Azuria high fantasy series, which...

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