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The Guardian
For a century, Paraxis has been ravaged by war against the alien Xylothians. From the ashes of devastation, one man—armed with a Guardian suit forged from alien tech—may hold the key to what comes next. The Guardian is a cinematic sci-fi audio drama and fiction podcast featuring a full voice cast, immersive sound design, and a gripping story of survival, sacrifice, and the fight to reclaim hope. Perfect for fans of story-driven science fiction, space fantasy, and high-stakes adventure. #sci-fi #audiodrama #postapocalyptic #theguardianpodcast #alienwar #fullcast #scifipodcast #storydriven #audiofiction
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The Guardians
The Guardians are a group of elite fighters formed in response to the Xylothian threat on Paraxis. They are the result of Dr. Alexander Lincoln's groundbreaking work in reverse-engineering Xylothian technology. Their primary purpose is to defend Paraxis against the Xylothian invaders, using advanced technology to level the playing field in a war that has been tilting in favor of the alien race.
The Guardians are equipped with custom bio suits known as "Guardian Angels." These suits are a fusion of human and Xylothian technology and are powered by the human body, with interfaces in the hosts' spines. This design choice suggests a deep integration between the wearer and the suit, possibly enhancing physical abilities and sensory perceptions.
The suits also possess stealth capabilities, initially allowing them to be invisible, which is a crucial tactical advantage. However, this advantage is balanced by the Xylothians' ability to detect the presence of these suits. The Guardian suits are also equipped with technology to detect Xylothian bio suits, ensuring a balanced and intense battleground.
The Xylothians
The Xylothians are an alien race, recognizable by their elongated limbs and stature, which grant them a slightly greater height and physical strength than most Paraxians. Their skin tones vary in subtle, shades—faint blues, muted greens, or ashen grays—further emphasizing their alien origin.
Their technological superiority is evident in their combat suits, which are crafted from advanced alloys and synthetic materials. These suits are engineered for strength, mobility, and stealth—featuring cloaking systems that can render the wearer nearly invisible. Unlike biological integration, these suits operate as external armor, powered remotely through a link to their mothership. This design implies a centralized command system, where the mothership acts as both a hub and power source, reinforcing the idea of a hive-like or collectivist structure in their society.
The Xylothian fleet includes high-altitude vessels capable of real-time surveillance and battlefield coordination, making them exceptional in both reconnaissance and strategic warfare. Their presence in the skies is as ominous as it is efficient, providing a tactical edge that has made them a dominant force.
Originally arriving not as conquerors but as refugees from a dying world, the Xylothians sought a diplomatic agreement to mine resources in exchange for peace. This complex history adds nuance to their role in the story—portraying them not just as invaders, but as a desperate civilization fighting to survive.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
The war has ended, but its ghosts refuse to rest.
Ethan returns home to Lybrook with the body of his fallen brother, Daniel, and the unbearable weight of guilt. His family’s grief is soon shattered when the Crimson Corsairs strike, igniting new flames of violence in a world already scarred by loss.
As Seraphine’s leadership fractures and Viggo’s ambition turns deadly, the fragile peace crumbles once again. Abby struggles to protect what remains of hope, while Ethan is forced to confront who he has become.
Far from Lybrook, in the cold light of a secret laboratory, Maya and Malik hover between life and death as their Guardian implants are removed—unaware that the fate of Paraxis still beats within them.
DisclaimerAll episode scripts are written by Darrell Cunningham, with occasional assistance from ChatGPT used strictly as a creative tool.All character voices are performed by real actors.The narration is voiced by Darrell Cunningham and modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic preference.We may use audio-to-audio tools to alter some character voices, but the original performance is always delivered by a real actor.
Credits & Creative ToolsWriting Support:Some creative assistance provided by ChatGPT, used solely as a brainstorming and writing tool. All final scripts are written and refined by Darrell Cunningham.
Artwork:As of June 20, 2025, all artwork is AI-generated using ChatGPT image tools. It is being used as a placeholder with the intention of bringing on real artists as the project grows.If you're interested in contributing artwork to The Guardian, please contact us at: theguardian@cunninghamdigital.com
Voice Technology:Narration voice modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic choice. Some character voices may be enhanced with audio-to-audio tools, but all performances are originally voiced by real actors.
Music & Sound Design:Licensed music and sound effects provided by Artlist.io, used under an active subscription for commercial audio production.License
#sci-fi #audiodrama #postapocalyptic #theguardianpodcast #alienwar #fullcast #scifipodcast #storydriven #audiofiction
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
The war may be over, but peace is far from won.
As the dust of battle settles, Draxan and Vylara struggle to save what remains of their people while Zirak vows vengeance in the ashes of the fallen mothership. Across Paraxis, Ethan awakens from the wreckage of victory, haunted by guilt and loss as he faces the cost of survival, the death of Daniel and the destruction of the Xylothians. Maya and Malik try to comfort him but the costs ar too great.
In Lybrook, Abby defies fear to save a wounded Xylothian, planting the first fragile seed of compassion between two broken worlds. Meanwhile, Seraphine, Raven, Malachi, Viggo and Lucia uncover ancient secrets that hint at a power greater than war itself.
But as alliances shift and destinies awaken, one truth becomes clear—ending a war is easy. Rebuilding what’s left of humanity is the real battle.
DisclaimerAll episode scripts are written by Darrell Cunningham, with occasional assistance from ChatGPT used strictly as a creative tool.All character voices are performed by real actors.The narration is voiced by Darrell Cunningham and modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic preference.We may use audio-to-audio tools to alter some character voices, but the original performance is always delivered by a real actor.
Credits & Creative ToolsWriting Support:Some creative assistance provided by ChatGPT, used solely as a brainstorming and writing tool. All final scripts are written and refined by Darrell Cunningham.
Artwork:As of June 20, 2025, all artwork is AI-generated using ChatGPT image tools. It is being used as a placeholder with the intention of bringing on real artists as the project grows.If you're interested in contributing artwork to The Guardian, please contact us at: theguardian@cunninghamdigital.com
Voice Technology:Narration voice modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic choice. Some character voices may be enhanced with audio-to-audio tools, but all performances are originally voiced by real actors.
Music & Sound Design:Licensed music and sound effects provided by Artlist.io, used under an active subscription for commercial audio production.License
#sci-fi #audiodrama #postapocalyptic #theguardianpodcast #alienwar #fullcast #scifipodcast #storydriven #audiofiction
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
A quick introduction from the writer, dirctor and producer of the Guardian. Darrell Cunningham.
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Thursday May 29, 2025
Thursday May 29, 2025
After a century of brutal war with the alien Xylothians, the planet Paraxis teeters on the edge of extinction. The air is poisoned. Cities crumble into dust. What remains of civilization clings to hope in the shadows of devastation. But from the ashes, a spark ignites.
A reclusive scientist unveils a suit forged from alien technology—an artifact not just of war, but of something ancient and forgotten. In the hands of Ethan Mitchell, this suit becomes more than armor. It becomes the beginning of something greater.
As Ethan steps into the unknown, he discovers that peace is fragile, and the true battle is only just beginning. Beneath the ruins, forces stir—whispers of magic, memory, and a forgotten power waiting to rise.
This is The Guardian—a cinematic sci-fi audio drama about legacy, resistance, and the cost of becoming something more.
DisclaimerAll episode scripts are written by Darrell Cunningham, with occasional assistance from ChatGPT used strictly as a creative tool.All character voices are performed by real actors.The narration is voiced by Darrell Cunningham and modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic preference.We may use audio-to-audio tools to alter some character voices, but the original performance is always delivered by a real actor.
Credits & Creative ToolsWriting Support:Some creative assistance provided by ChatGPT, used solely as a brainstorming and writing tool. All final scripts are written and refined by Darrell Cunningham.
Artwork:As of June 20, 2025, all artwork is AI-generated using ChatGPT image tools. It is being used as a placeholder with the intention of bringing on real artists as the project grows.If you're interested in contributing artwork to The Guardian, please contact us at: theguardian@cunninghamdigital.com
Voice Technology:Narration voice modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic choice. Some character voices may be enhanced with audio-to-audio tools, but all performances are originally voiced by real actors.
Music & Sound Design:Licensed music and sound effects provided by Artlist.io, used under an active subscription for commercial audio production.License
#sci-fi #audiodrama #postapocalyptic #theguardianpodcast #alienwar #fullcast #scifipodcast #storydriven #audiofiction
Disclaimer
All episode scripts are written by Darrell Cunningham, with occasional assistance from ChatGPT used strictly as a creative tool.
All character voices are performed by real actors.
The narration is voiced by Darrell Cunningham and modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic preference.
We may use audio-to-audio tools to alter some character voices, but the original performance is always delivered by a real actor.
Credits & Creative Tools
Writing Support:
Some creative assistance provided by ChatGPT, used solely as a brainstorming and writing tool. All final scripts are written and refined by Darrell Cunningham.
Artwork:
As of June 20, 2025, all artwork is AI-generated using ChatGPT image tools. It is being used as a placeholder with the intention of bringing on real artists as the project grows.
If you're interested in contributing artwork to The Guardian, please contact us at: theguardian@cunninghamdigital.com
Voice Technology:
Narration voice modified using ElevenLabs as an artistic choice. Some character voices may be enhanced with audio-to-audio tools, but all performances are originally voiced by real actors.
Music & Sound Design:
Licensed music and sound effects provided by Artlist.io, used under an active subscription for commercial audio production.
License