This podcast is set in the same universe as The Marksbury Incident, also by Pariah Podcasts.
A con artist, a detective, a few local drunks, and their friends stumble into the middle of a plot by supernatural forces encroaching on the human world. The harder they fight for survival, the more schemes they uncover, and the more dire things become. That won't slow down their shenanigans, though.
Modern setting with characters taken from classical literature and myth.
Includes swearing/harsh language, and some sensitive topics
Trans/nonbinary actors encouraged to apply!
Hello, and thank you to everyone who auditioned for "The Barricade!" Over the next few days, we will be reaching out with our final casting decisions. These decisions were super hard to make, as there was a LOT of talent to choose from.
Once again, thank you all so much!
A young trans woman who is wise and learned beyond her years. Responsible, but with a curious streak that can lead her astray. Comes off as cold to those who do not know her, but would fight the entire world to ensure the safety of those she holds dear. Stern and serious. POC. main cast
For you. It’s just a job for you. What about me? I can’t pay rent on my own, even if its a shithole like this. I’d have to find a roommate. Where am I going to find another person who wants to live with a transwoman in the middle of nowhere Massachusetts? No, I’d have to take my chances with a stranger.
Stupid- it wants the light! Of course it wants the light! Throw the light!
I felt a panic attack coming on and I didn’t feel like dealing with that right now, so I’m saving it for later. I put it in the mason jar over there, the dark green one that looks like snot and jelly had an extramarital affair. Nobody take it unless you want to experience the very unique panic of a trans woman whose best friend might have just lost her humanity
Soft spoken and sweet, but tough as nails. Would always rather be polite, but will kick anyone’s ass if required. main cast
I’m gonna count to three, and then I’m kicking my way in! Only took me thirty seconds last time, so I hope you bought stronger hinges. Doesn’t look like it, though. One! Two!
I was supposed to watch him. Protect him. I couldn’t do that, and then I wasn’t even with him when he died. Bring him back. Bring him back right fucking now or I’m going after him.
I don’t want to leave you
A college dropout with political aspirations. He is more of a follower than a leader. Loyal and supportive, but not quick on the uptake. Recurring character
But, for your information, I didn’t smell the scone. I saw it. You know, with my eyes. The things on the front of your head that make sure you don’t run into oncoming traffic?
You know it’s okay if you’re not perfect, right? Like, you don’t have to fight “the man” every second you’re awake. Sometimes you gotta do something for a friend, even if it’s not something you’d normally condone.
Don’t be an ass. I called you out, didn’t steal your freakin’ car.
A man seeking to start his life over after being imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. Seeks to protect his daughter and the human world from the supernatural forces at work. Recurring character
Take care of them. Take care of them all.
Why don’t we all take a seat? It seems we have some things to discuss.
He does not own you. Even though he’s King. No being is the property of another. Not you, not me, not even if he’s the king. I want to hear you repeat it back to me.
A girl caught in the middle of a fight she has no understanding of. She is consistently in the crossfire of humanity and the supernatural, as well as her unforgiving Godparents. Recurring character
Get it over with. I have nothing to say. Do your worst.
I didn’t steal from you! All I know is that you woke up this morning to find the shop trashed, and starting screaming at me about it!
Absolutely not! That’ll bring the cops right back. Just… take me to the bar, okay? Take me to the bar and I can patch myself up and I’ll be fine.
A police officer caught in the middle of the human vs supernatural struggle who somehow manages to have no idea what’s going on. Has never had a thought in his life, but is friendly enough. Easily fooled, distracted, and deceived. Recurring character
Where have you been? Are you okay? Are you hurt? What happened? Or– wait, wait, no, I need you to come in, you’re supposed to make a statement. We always take statements. Can I take your statement? Please? … Hello?
Of course I remember the incident. How could I not remember the incident?
Ohhhh dear. Oh no. I’m really not very good at hostage situations. Remember the bank? Marksbury Bank and Trust? And they had all those people inside and they gave me the megaphone and I panicked and then I threw up on the megaphone?
The reigning leader of the criminal underworld, and also the leader of a group of dangerous supernatural beings from another world. Main antagonist, recurring character
Perhaps… You could have a point. A change of plans then.
I haven’t a clue what you’re talking about, but I know you’re wasting my time.
Somewhere in the back of your mind is an irritating little voice asking what it would mean if the relics were real. What if this man you’re following did possess all that power? No one would be able to stand against him. Not the law, not all the governments in the world, not even God, if he exists. Even a man who thinks he possesses that degree of power is a dangerous individual. Just imagine if he actually did.
A man living in the shadow of The King who has his sights set on greater accomplishments. Subtle, sneaky, and outwardly charming. Recurring character, secondary antagonist
Not everything is so simple. A law can be unjust. Justice can be cruel. Dive into the black and white of your thoughts. Challenge yourself. See what you turn up. More often than not, I think you’ll find things are never so cut and dry.
It’s not as if we don’t know where to find them. Let them go. We have nothing to prove they weren’t simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.
There have been several recent…. Changes, but I hope your work hasn’t been disrupted. How are things going thus far? You have everything you need?
A pawnshop broker with a nasty temper, and even nastier morals. Motivated by greed and power, and willing to do the dirty work for anyone who offers to give it to him. Warning: This character will perpetrate acts of both verbal and physical domestic violence. secondary villain
No one- no little girl- gets to come into my home and disrespect me like this! I don’t care what kind of big time felon your daddy is, girl, I won’t take lip from you.
Treasures and Trinkets! We have everything here you might desire! Perfect gifts, perfect prizes- oh. It’s just you.
Fine! Wretched woman. Get out of my shop. I don’t want to see you anymore.
A cook in the town’s most exclusive restaurant. Happy go lucky, eager to take risks if he thinks they will pay off. Far smarter and trickier than he lets on, with secret ambitions known only to himself. One appearance in season 1, recurring in season 2
I’ve never seen a Health Inspector with a top that low or a skirt that short. Not even the sketchy ones, and I’ve been on the wrong side of those more than once. So what’s your angle?
How very hipster of you. You part of some new-age club that likes to dance around under the full moon while you boil up some cider? Because if you are, can I come?
Even if that was remotely true, I’d tell you that I don’t give a shit.
An outsider who comes off gruff, but has a good heart. She's been through a lot, but she'd do it all again and more if it meant protecting those she cares about. Single appearance in season 1, recurring season 2
You dare unsheath a tyrant’s weapon on my land?
You thought wrong. There is nothing to defend you here. But you may try something else. You may hide in our woods, provided you bring no harm to us.
Follow the path through the woods. There you will find an archway made of two oak trees, and between them two doors. One door will lead you true, the other will not. Choose with a pure heart, and you will make the right choice, and go where you seek.
A desk worker who has no idea of the drama playing out in the workplace. There to do a job, not to get involved in saving the world. Single appearance.
Yeah, you said that then too. [heavy sigh] What can I do for you?
What… How did you even do that?
Get. Out. OUT!
