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Levian Podcast

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama from Hug House Productions. Come hither, listeners...

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Levian Podcast

Levian Podcast

Levian Podcast

Levian Podcast

Levian Podcast

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama from Hug House Productions. Come hither, listeners...

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama from Hug House Productions. Come hither, listeners...

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama from Hug House Productions. Come hither, listeners...

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama from Hug House Productions. Come hither, listeners...

Hug House Productions
Hug House Productions
Hug House Productions
Hug House Productions
5 Campaigns |
The Drumming Isles, United States
$2,267 USD 50 backers
18% of $12,400 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Siren

Siren

$10 USD
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August 2023
9 claimed
Kelpie

Kelpie

$20 USD
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August 2023
13 claimed
Sea Serpent

Sea Serpent

$40 USD
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April 2024
14 claimed
Lusca

Lusca

$75 USD
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April 2024
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Kraken

Kraken

$150 USD
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April 2024
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Leviathan

Leviathan

$300 USD
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April 2024
1 claimed
just a really chill shark

just a really chill shark

$800 USD
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April 2024
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Welcome to the Drumming Isles

You’ve made a mistake, Traveler. Somewhere along the way was a song you did not listen to, a warning you ignored.

Traveler... you are lost. You’ve ventured a little too far from shore, a little too close to the great deep, and its monsters.

Traveler... you are despised, for even the all-mighty water took no pity on you. Rather than drown you in her embrace, to wither here she sentenced you.

Traveler... you know the name of this place. Baptized by the tides and the storms and everything that crashes and thunders. These are the Drumming Isles, where the sea rages against our cliffs for half the year, while the sun keeps a spiteful eye on us the rest of the time. Like it awaits an apology and hates the elderly.

 Traveler... you may not survive this. But now you must try.

[IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A misty rocky shore with waves crashing against it.]

About the Show

Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama by the creator of Desperado and Hug House Productions. It follows the story of Lord Valentin Tellari, the clever, cunning, and disgraced heir to his family’s fortune. After his sister’s betrayal forced him into exile, he now must face the deadly ocean that rages against the Drumming Isles. But neither storms nor leviathans will smother the vengeful fire that burns within Valentin. He will not know rest until he has reclaimed what is rightfully his.

Levian will consist of approximately 8 episodes of 35-30 minutes each. It will require a tremendous work of production, acting and sound design, from a cast and crew of roughly 20 people, including actors, producers and editors.

You can listen to the pilot episode of Levian now wherever you get your podcasts!

Who Is This For?

This show is a love letter to the sea, to Fantasy as a genre, and to every gay thing under the sun. This is a story that will put queer characters at its center, under the spotlight rather than being relegated to footnotes or ticked boxes. This is an ambitious project that will bring together some of the most talented artist in the indie audio sphere. With the growing movements of hostility against queer people, and notably towards the transgender community, we want to offer as much support and representation to as many queer artists as possible. This is a project that will employ a majority of artists from marginalized communities and it is at the heart of this project to platform and spotlight those from the most under-represented backgrounds.

Budget

We are striving to pay everyone involved in the production of Levian a fair wage for their work.

For an 8-episode season, our total budget of $12,400.00 can be broken down as follows:

  • Writing - $2,400.00
  • Script Editing - $400.00
  • Voice Acting - $2,560.00
  • Directing / Take Selection - $1,200.00
  • Dialogue Editing - $800.00
  • Sound Design - $2,400.00
  • Music / Composer - $200.00
  • Sensitivity Reading - $200.00
  • Transcripts - $480.00
  • Production Management / Marketing - $600.00
  • Artist - $200.00
  • Reward Cost / Fulfillment - $260.00
  • Campaign Fees (5%) - $700.00

Total Cost: $12,400.00

[IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A pie chart showing the breakdown of the budget numbers provided above. The colors on the pie chart are in shades of green, blue, and purple.]

Reward Tiers

We've put together some fun rewards for this campaign that we're excited to share. Each tier is added on to the prior one, so don't worry about missing out on something from a lower-cost tier if you want to go for a big one!

  • Siren - $10: The sea has heard of your contribution and sings your praises—we appreciate your help in bringing Levian to life!
  • Kelpie - $20: You've gone against the Empire by supporting Lord Tellari. Your Wanted Poster will be spread across the land (our social media) telling of your crime (thanking you for your support).
  • Sea Serpent - $40: Once you've seen the storm-battered cliffs of the Drumming Isles and survived, you never forget the sight. It sticks with you forever. So we'll give you three stickers and a postcard to commemorate the occasion.
  • Lusca - $75: There are many secrets held within the cliffs of the Drumming Isles and its people have decided to share some with you. We'll send you bloopers and other behind the scenes audio and content that's produced during the creation of Levian, as well as backer-only updates.
  • Kraken - $150: Choosing the sea is a decision that cannot be undone, however it is not without its advantages. As part of your reward for your assistance, why not take a share of the spoils for yourself?
  • Leviathan - $300: Valentin will personally thank you for your aid in his pursuit of revenge. His handwritten letter will be forthcoming, and may even include some trinkets from the Drumming Isles.
  • just a really chill shark - $800: Your contribution towards Lord Tellari's campaign has not gone unnoticed. Your name will be included in one of the upcoming episodes of Levian in thanks as a sponsor. (Worldwide shipping for all rewards is included at this tier) (*Limit of 7)
  • Personalized Audio from the Cast - $200: Our crew will write and record a message to you from a surprise member (or members) of the cast, thanking you for your contribution.

Please keep in mind that the purpose of this campaign is to fund the production of a scripted fiction podcast and not to purchase items. As such, tiers are priced higher than the cost to produce the rewards.

If we hit our full goal of $12,400.00 before the end of our campaign, we will design an enamel pin for Levian and include one in every physical reward tier!

Timeline

Episode 1 of Levian is already available wherever you get your podcasts!

We are working on writing the remaining episodes and expect to have writing complete by the end of January 2024. Recording should be done by mid- to late-March 2024, with episodes beginning to release in April 2024.

The timeline we've given ourselves for the making of Levian means that everyone involved will be able to balance their other obligations as well as this project, without risking one or the other.

Risks & Challenges

The risk of this show not being produced is close to null. Everyone involved in the making of Levian has been producing and delivering audio-dramas for many years, any obstacle we could face has been faced before, and has been overcome on other projects.

If we do not reach our goal, it will likely cause a delay in our timeline, as we will need to find alternate sources of funding to make Levian a reality. Paying everyone is not optional, so the only risk-factor is the timing of when we can do that.

Other Ways You Can Help

We know that not everyone will be able to contribute financially, which is why the end product will be released for free, but that doesn't mean you can't help in other ways:

  • Tell others about the campaign on social media! Here's something you can copy / paste to post to share right now:
    "Levian is a new high fantasy audio drama that is a love letter to the sea, to fantasy as a genre, and to every gay thing under the sun; and they need your help to pay marginalized audio artists a fair wage! Support indie audio drama at https://igg.me/at/levian-podcast/"
  • Share the campaign with your friends and family, even if they're not familiar with podcasts yet. There's always room for more fans of podcasts in the world!
  • Rate and review Levian on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and / or Podchaser — while it may not increase our charting position, it does help others find the show and makes us feel good. ;)
  • For continued support, you can pledge to support Hug House Productions on Patreon and purchase merchandise for our other shows on our website!

[IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A ship sailing at night on a calm sea.]

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