The Madness of Chartrulean

Expertly produced. exceptional voice acting, and a great story. My only complaints is that I wish Chartrulean would lighten up on his friends and I hope to see some of Havelion’s Journal entries, especially the battles, enhanced with all the characters and situations involved. It would transfer well to a sci-fi series with a movie crescendo. I would love to see the voice actors bring their characters to life on the screen. It may be a challenge in some cases, but I don’t know if I could tolerate Chartrulean without Aud Andrew’s voicing him. Listen to this show. You won’t be disappointed.

Although Chartrulean seems classified as a "space opera" or fantasy/sci-fi epic tale, often compared to all kinds of other fantasy and sci-fi tales, (Star Wars, Star Trek, pretty much anything else spacey someone recognizes,) it is, however, novel in its approach. Comparisons are often a stretch, assigning vaguely relatable story elements and declaring similarity. If anything, Chartrulean has much more in common with the classic Japanese animated stories of the 1970's and early 1980's, although through an entirely modern lens. There is a lot to it. There is an unlikely hero, but instead of one dimensionally transforming to the task, this character struggles with increasingly unresolvable complications and his own deterioration. Many characters have their own arcs habits and idiosyncrasies, They are human in their oddness. It is difficult to pick a favorite, although a few certainly come to mind. It's a very human tale, with the major cast bending and twisting to the situations that unfold. Some challenges outside, and some within. The story is driven by concerns of morality, duty, and self doubt, things we deeply understand as human beings. In this way it is quite authentic and interesting. Technically, meticulous work shows in the environment and sounds of things, sometimes silently guiding your attention along or through between spaces. Some of the transitions are particularly clever and interesting, using thoughts, distractions or panning to direct your mind's eye. It's really interesting. Great stuff.

The performances are incredible, the sound design is immaculate, and the story is sprawling and three dimensional. Just a gorgeous production all around.

Amazing production quality. Good character development. Very complex and well thought out storyline. And the show has great atmosphere. Highly recommended!