By Way of the Sea: A Regency Era Audio Drama

About By Way of the Sea: A Regency Era Audio Drama

The year is 1814, and Elena's life is about to change forever. When Elena learns from her father that her past has been a lie, her entire life is uprooted all in one night. Along with a trunk of her mother's belongings, she is dropped off the next day at the pier to begin a voyage to her new home and her arranged marriage. While aboard the ship, she befriends Captain Jeremiah and his wife, Lucia, all while avoiding the condescending eyes of the first mate, Silas. One night, after their ship runs aground in a storm, Silas is left to watch over Lucia and Elena on a tropical island, while the Captain goes to find help. Soon after, Kwesi and Bahia wash ashore, creating a new dynamic among the stranding souls, forcing Elena to determine what she wants for her life, and what she truly considers home. A regency era story, with layers of humor, adventure, love, and self-discovery. A great episodic-series for fans of historical fiction, Jane Austen, Bridgerton, and other 19th century dramas. By Way of the Sea is an original, immersive audio drama created by EraLore Studios (https://www.eralorestudios.com), in collaboration with Stay Bizze. (https://twitter.com/StayBizze) With voice acting by Brenna Patzer, Seth Rosenke, Karina Hilleard, John R. Smith Jnr, Enzo Leone, and Gervais Weekes.

Publisher

EraLore Studios

Category

arts · fiction

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Mar 2023

Latest episode

2 Jun 2023

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Jun 2023

   Choose Your Own Ending: 4

   Now that By Way of the Sea is fully streaming, listeners can "choose your own ending!"Listen in to this 1.5 minute BONUS, featuring Ending 4. In this ending, Elena follows through with her father's wishes and travels to Auretta, to her arranged marriage and her new friend, August.

2. 

   2 Jun 2023

   Choose Your Own Ending: 3

   Now that By Way of the Sea is fully streaming, listeners can "choose your own ending!"Listen in to this 2 minute BONUS feature, featuring Ending 3. In this ending, Elena chooses to continue her life with Kwesi, ignited by his love of family, tradition, and home.

3. 

   2 Jun 2023

   Choose Your Own Ending: 2

   Now that By Way of the Sea is fully streaming, listeners can "choose your own ending!"Listen in to this 2 minute BONUS, featuring Ending 2. In this ending, Elena chooses to lean into her blooming relationship with Silas.

4. 

   2 Jun 2023

   Choose Your Own Ending: 1

   Now that By Way of the Sea is fully streaming, listeners can "choose your own ending!"Listen in to this 2 minute BONUS, featuring Ending 1. In this ending, Elena chooses to adventure on her own and ends in Melissna, a small bay town where she begins her new life.

5. 

   19 May 2023

   Episode 11: The Return

   After a few days apart, tempers have cooled and Silas invites Elena to a breakfast. Insistent they all eat together, Elena goes to gather Kwesi from the waterfall. When she finds him, he is undressed which sparks curiosity and a heartfelt confession. But the moment is interrupted by Bahia. Elena runs back to camp to see Jeremiah has returned with a ship. To his heart ache, he learns his darling Lucia has passed. And in the wake of the realization, they must decide what lies ahead for each of them. Episode 11 is the last full episode before listeners can "choose their own" pre-determined, mini-endings! VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Gervais Weekes as Kwesi Enzo Leone as Silas John R Smith Jnr as Captain Jeremiah Sunny Snow as Bahia EPISODE COVER ART: "A Momentary Feeling" by Aoife O'Dwyer' By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

6. 

   12 May 2023

   Episode 10: The Fight

   Kwesi and Elena share an important talk about destiny, honoring their elders, and taking full advantage of second chances. Then, the ladies venture into the jungle to gather fruit while Kwesi and Silas start a small fishing competition. But the competition between them grows, exploding into a fight over Elena’s attention and affection. Displeased with their display, Elena puts them both in their place, leaving them to brew over their words and actions. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Enzo Leone as Silas Gervais Weekes as Kwesi Sunny Snow as Bahia EPISODE COVER ART:"Morning in the Jungle" by Illustrokrat' By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

7. 

   5 May 2023

   Episode 9: The Dance

   Kwesi offers a bit of advice to Elena, sharing in his village’s traditions of celebrating life, instead of mourning death. After breaking down in tears and opening his hardened heart to Elena, Silas agrees to join in a fireside ritual to dance Lucia into the afterlife. Once she is buried, they raise many-a-glass of whiskey in her honor, toasting all the wonderful memories they made and shared together. Then, lying and laughing in the sand in a drunken haze, they reflect on life and Lucia. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Enzo Leone as Silas Gervais Weekes as Kwesi Sunny Snow as Bahia EPISODE COVER ART:"Dancing Flame" by Chiara Moreni' By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

8. 

   28 Apr 2023

   Episode 8: The Beans

   Elena, Kwesi, and Bahia connect down at the shoreline while Silas tends to Lucia’s injury. With his knowledge in medicine, Kwesi offers to help Lucia, only to discover her scratch is actually a snake bite. He urges Silas and Elena to harvest a special bean to help aide her recovery, and they rush into the jungle to help. While searching, Silas finally opens up, sharing his life’s story. And in a moment of tenderness, they kiss... before rushing back to Lucia’s side. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Karina Hilleard as Lucia Enzo Leone as Silas Gervais Weekes as Kwesi Sunny Snow as Bahia EPISODE COVER ART:"Guiding Light" by Amylili 'By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

9. 

   21 Apr 2023

   Episode 7: The Arrival

   Lucia gives a necessary push to Silas, encouraging him to connect with Elena, suggesting they had more in common than he is willing to see. Once Lucia leaves to collect firewood, Silas throws a few more “princess” remarks Elena’s way and she finally breaks. She stands her ground and shares with Silas her real, humbled identity. Just as the realization is had, an injured Lucia limps out of the jungle, pointing to a man and child floating in the water. They pull them both to safety, welcoming Kwesi and Bahia onto the island and into their lives. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Karina Hilleard as Lucia Enzo Leone as Silas Gervais Weekes as Kwesi Sunny Snow as Bahia EPISODE COVER ART:"A Gift from the Sea" by Anna-Maria 'By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

10. 

    14 Apr 2023

    Episode 6: The Island

    After an assessment of the ship’s wreckage, Jeremiah makes the difficult decision to leave Silas, Elena, and Lucia on the island while he and the tar jacks row for help. With a promise to return with biscuits and butter, he says goodbye. It doesn't take long for Elena to take charge, demanding that Silas help her into a tree in order to create a shelter from the torn sails. Later, after another heart to heart with Lucia and the gathering of some salvaged items, the three learn they may be better suited for island life than they expect. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena John R. Smith Jrn as Captain Jeremiah Karina Hilleard as Lucia Enzo Leone as Silas Seth Rosenke as the Sailor EPISODE COVER ART: "In Paradise" by Thari (Opuscula) 'By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

11. 

    7 Apr 2023

    Episode 5: The Storm

    Elena, having been receiving lessons and instruction from the Captain, begins to find her footing aboard the Atlas, much to Silas’ dismay. Just as he begins to dig into her once again, a large bell sounds as heavy gales and rising seas began to swell. Lucia takes Elena to her quarters in an attempt to keep her calm, but soon the situation turns dire. Silas reluctantly brings Elena to deck where she learns the ship had run aground, and once again her world would be turned upside down as she and Lucia board a rowboat with Silas, among the storm that engulfs them. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena John R Smith Jnr as Captain Jeremiah Karina Hilleard as Lucia Enzo Leone as Silas Seth Rosenke as Sailor EPISODE COVER ART: "The Unspoken Farewell" by Eislyn 'By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

12. 

    31 Mar 2023

    Episode 4: The Reef

    After a long few nights of seasickness, Elena finally emerges from her quarters for some fresh air and reminiscence. Lucia, Jeremiah, and Silas share a story about too many drinks in a pub and the undressing and unlacing that took place to get them out of trouble. With Elena finally seeing a more revealing-look at the new souls that surrounded her, she gets another beautiful and unexpected view– a look at the bright colors of the coral reef below them, which sparks an important conversation about the meaning of home. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Karina Hilleard as Lucia John R Smith Jnr as Captain Jeremiah Enzo Leone as Silas EPISODE COVER ART: "Lucia's Magic" by Natirupe 'By Way of the Sea' is produced by Eralore Studios and written, directed, sound produced, and musically composed by Ashley Snow.

13. 

    24 Mar 2023

    Episode 3: The Atlas

    Silenced by her grief and tears, Elena ponders her new awaiting life aboard the Atlas, where she meets her new shipmates. Jeremiah, the ship’s captain, introduces himself to little response, pushing Lucia to make friends with Elena. During a biscuit and whiskey filled exchange, Lucia shares her own journey of arranged marriage and offers a new perspective which is interrupted by Silas, the ship’s sarcastic and sometimes narrow minded first mate. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena John R Smith Jnr as Captain Jeremiah Karina Hilleard as Lucia Enzo Leone as Silas EPISODE COVER ART: "Beauty and the Biscuits" by Jennifer Adekyn

14. 

    17 Mar 2023

    Episode 2: The Pier

    During their carriage ride to the pier, Nils and Elena share warm memories of her childhood, which are soon interrupted by Nils’ heavy grief. Insistent that Elena learn from his own mistakes, he speaks of her mother as strong willed, golden curled, and too kind and understanding for her own good. As they roll into the pier, they are greeted by the eccentrically dressed Lucia, who urges them to say their final goodbyes, escorting Elena to their sailing vessel, The Atlas, and her new life. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Seth Rosenke as Nils Karina Hilleard as Lucia EPISODE ART: "Nils the Tailor" by WhatsHerFace

15. 

    17 Mar 2023

    Episode 1: The Trunk

    After a day of exploring the forest, Elena rushes home to greet her father, Nils, who has been away at market. Upon his return, he shares a secret that would rock both their worlds. Elena’s late mother was a komtesse and it is now Elena’s duty to carry on the family legacy. Left heartbroken, holding her mother’s wedding gown, beside a trunk of her belongings, Elena’s fate rests in an arranged marriage. VOICE CAST: Brenna Patzer as Elena Seth Rosenke as Nils EPISODE ART: "This is Home" by Aestrild

16. 

    13 Mar 2023

    By Way of the Sea: Full Trailer

    The year is 1814, and Elena's life is about to change forever. Along with a trunk of her mother's belongings, she is shipped away to her new life aboard the merchant ship, The Atlas. After the ship runs aground in a storm, Elena must adapt to life on a tropical island, along with the crew of the ship and those who wash ashore. Journey with us to discover the true meaning of life, love, and home in this original, regency era, immersive audio play. Episodes 1 and 2 premier March 17, 2023 with weekly episodes dropping each Friday at 12 pm edt, through May 19, 2023. With vocal talent by Brenna Patzer, Seth Rosenke, Karina Hilleard, John R. Smith Jnr, Enzo Leone, Gervais Weekes, and Sunny Snow. By Way of the Sea was written and produced by EraLore Studios, in collaboration with Stay Bizze.

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