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Counterbalance

by Blighthouse Studio · English · Arts & Books

Counterbalance is a High Fantasy Audio Drama. A hole has been torn into the weave that creates magic, allowing spirits that threaten the wellbeing of mortals to manifest. Counterbalance is about the journey of three people attempting to fix the hole, while trying to find out who caused it to rip in

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New episodes: Monthly
Typical length: 32 min
Latest: 5 Oct 2026
Language: English

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5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 58 min

NEW BLIGHTHOUSE SHOW: VARÚÐ Dead Ísland

In an alternative version of Iceland, Bryce, Óli and Nonni are expecting a quick get away to the family cabin for the Icelandic Day of Independence, and instead have to flee from the Zombie Apocalypse that they did not order this morning. Cast Bryce Smith - Neil Martin (who is also our audio wizard!) Jón "Nonni" Huginsson - Dagur Jóhannesson (Volly's Icelandic helper) Ólafur Vignisson - Eyþór Viðarsson (who is also our video wizard) Keeper/Herder of Chaos - Hem "Volonda" Brewster (also our lovely producer). Subscribe to join the story as it officially starts, with DAILY episodes from October…

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S3 · E8 · 15 Sep 2026 · 40 min
29 | Calm Heart
Lyranuka – 5th day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation With danger still scratching at the door, Lyn and Raka tend to Malaki’s wounds in a fragile pocket of safety. What truths come to light when a calm heart finally dares to speak? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Oþan - Jordyn Parker Laika - Tanja Milojevic…
S3 · E7 · 15 Aug 2026 · 32 min
28 | Mortal & Væron
Lyranuka – 5th day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation After taking a slight tumble, Raka, Lyn and Malaki manage to drag themselves to a shrine promising safety. But is it really safe? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Oþan - Jordyn Parker Laika - Tanja Milojevic Parek - Neil Martin Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The…
27 Jul 2026 · 14 min
Blighthouse Studio News Break July 2026
A quick, slightly rambly update from Volonda of Blighthouse Studio. Come meet us at Dragonmeet, London Excel, 28th November! - https://dragonmeet.co.uk/ Counterbalance Season 3 coming to an end soon, but Season 4 is being worked on! - https://trilunis.com/ The Lucky Die's Kino campaign has an episode in the can, with another being recorded! - https://www.theluckydie.com/ VARÚÐ RPG - Dead Ísland's backstories are out now, on Podcatchers and on Youtube: https://varudrpg.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@VARUDRPG https://open.spotify.com/show/033r0aOdweSi4YmfpNaRDE…
S3 · E6 · 15 Jul 2026 · 23 min
27 | Ætherclad
Lyranuka – 5th day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation As Lyn, Malaki, and Raka climb ever nearer to the peak, the cold presses in harder and harder. What better moment to bundle up in a deliciously warm coat? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Parek - Neil Martin Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) --- You can…
S3 · E5 · 15 Jun 2026 · 40 min
26 | Alluring Circle
Tzanuka – 4th day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation While Raka and Lyn hear circulating rumors of uncanny encounters in the forest, Malaki finds himself in the wrong social circles. Is there a roundabout way to orbit out of this situation? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Darïa - Skye Redden Spirit - Elijah…
S3 · E4 · 15 May 2026 · 35 min
25 | Primal Grudge
Aþæanuka – 3td day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation There are things that tread in the night. Some quieter than others. And some, not quiet at all. What is it that disturbs the rest of the party tonight? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Akasar Eþiovar - Lani Minella Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) ---…
S3 · E3 · 15 Apr 2026 · 45 min
24 | Weaveless
Kælanuka – 2nd day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Arriving in a big town, Raka, Lyn and Malaki gather fresh supplies and information about where they are. But something about this town seems odd. Is it really worth untangling it’s secrets? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Akasar Eþiovar - Lani Minella Yosha…
S3 · E2 · 15 Mar 2026 · 38 min
23 | Woven Song
Aisanuka – 1st day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation A deal was struck, a mistake was made. Now Lyn is the only one who can set things straight. Maybe she can sing herself out of this situation? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Echo - Peter J Lewis Yosha - Hem Brewster --- You can help support the show and get…
S3 · E1 · 15 Feb 2026 · 39 min
22 | Lonelyn
Aisanuka – 1st day of Kukolon’kos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki find themselves in a dark place they don’t remember entering. In search of an exit they ponder - is it really such a great idea to follow your own echoes? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Echo - Peter J Lewis Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) --- You can…
15 Dec 2025 · 24 min
Counterbloopance - Season 2 Supercut
??? - ??th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Super cut of Season 2 bloopers! Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama. Find out more at ⁠⁠Trilunis.com⁠⁠ - and get ready, because Season 3 is on it's way! Featuring the cast of Season 2 Counterbalance Music by ⁠⁠Fuimadane⁠⁠ --- You can help support the show, get ad free episodes and season 1 bloopers completely uncut on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://www.Patreon.com/blighthouse⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find us Email: [email protected] Website: ⁠⁠https://trilunis.com/⁠⁠…
15 Nov 2025 · 16 min
Counterbloopance - Season 1 Supercut
??? - ??th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Super cut of Season 1 bloopers! Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama. Find out more at ⁠Trilunis.com⁠ - and get ready, because Season 3 is on it's way! Featuring the cast of Season 1 Counterbalance Music by ⁠Fuimadane⁠ --- You can help support the show, get ad free episodes and season 1 bloopers completely uncut on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠http://www.Patreon.com/blighthouse⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find us Email: [email protected] Website: ⁠https://trilunis.com/⁠ Facebook:…
30 Sep 2024 · 22 min
Counterbloopance Eps 06-08
??? - ??th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Counterbloops of Episode 06-08 Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama. Find out more at Trilunis.com Cast Kessi Riliniki, Eyþór Viðarsson, Carollyn Monterola, Travis Vengroff Written and Edited by Kessi Riliniki Music by Fuimadane --- You can help support the show and get ad free episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.Patreon.com/blighthouse⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find us Email: [email protected] Website: https://trilunis.com/ Facebook:…
S2 · E9 · 15 Jul 2024 · 48 min
21 | Nightværs
CW: Threat of drowning, graphic violence and gore, bodyhorror, death of a character Rïanuka - 104nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki enter the lake through the gate at the bottom of an abyss. What awaits them at the bottom of the lake? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Auril - Travis…
S2 · E8 · 15 Jun 2024 · 48 min
20 | Journal Entrées
Rïanuka - 104nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Our Trio explores the human town a bit more... and make a few odd discoverys along the way. Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) --- You can help support the show and get ad free episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at…
S2 · E7 · 15 May 2024 · 28 min
19 | Waterdome
Rïanuka - 104nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Malaki found a giant structure on the Tripeaks. Could this be the Waterdome they were told to seek out? And what things lie within this structure? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) --- You can help support the show and get…
S2 · E6 · 15 Apr 2024 · 19 min
18 | Tripeaks
Rïanuka - 104nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation As Raka, Lyn and Malaki look for a way to find the Waterdome, Malaki happens to find a strange bush, Lyn sings a little ditty and Raka realizes she's had a map all this time... Find the Transcript here. CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with mild substance abuse and drugs. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson…
S2 · E5 · 15 Mar 2024 · 46 min
17 | Spirit Smart
Orianuka - 103nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka and Lyn return to pick up Malaki outside of the village. But he seems to have a strange issue... Find the Transcript here. CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with memory loss and conditions not unlike alzheimers disease. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Yakta - Tanja Milojevic (…
S2 · E4 · 15 Feb 2024 · 35 min
16 | Illiterune
Orianuka - 103nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki come across a small town and decide to get some fresh supplies. Will their encounter with the villagers go by smoother than in the last village? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Seni - Jay Shurey Bolga - Anika Kammerlander Yora and Yakta -…
15 Jan 2024 · 21 min
Raka's Journal 01 | Birdsong
52nd day of Bäkkos, 3rd Year of the nansylwed na'Flayþis in the 101st generation A much younger Raka ventures out to deal with her first solitary spirit assignment "in the field". How well did she fare? Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki This Episode features the Track " Wyrd Vargr " by Fuimadane --- You can help support the show and get ad free episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
S2 · E3 · 15 Dec 2023 · 37 min
15 | Equilibrium
CW: Depiction of a Panic-attack Nesþanuka - 102nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation What happened to Raka, Lyn and Malaki after the events of the last episode? Let’s roll some four-sided dice and find out… Find the Transcript here. Want to read the Original Script of Counterbalance Episode 1? You can find it here! Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce -…
S2 · E2 · 15 Nov 2023 · 18 min
14 | Building Bridges
CW: Depiction of a Panic-attack Nesþanuka - 102nd day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki find a bridge they need to cross before they can continue their merry journey. Can they make it across? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson ??? - Boyd Barrett Ferryce - Ester Ellis Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The…
31 Oct 2023 · 31 min
HALLOWEEN FEATURE - Wolpertingers
This is not a Counterbalance Episode, but a special Halloween Feature written by Kessir Riliniki and sounddesigned by Sarah Buchynski. This production was their first collaboration together. Starring: Sarah Rhea-Werner as Wylda Heather Spiegel-Auden as Raleigh Erika Sanderson as Ingrid Beth Crane as the Wolpertinger Ele Matelan as the Chimera Directed by Sarah Golding Produced by Sarah Buchynski Musical score by Katharine Seaton 11th Hour Audio Productions presents a collaboration between Trilunis Quirky Voices Polarity Audio Works Girl in Space You Are Here No Sleep Wildclaw Theatre We Fix…
S2 · E1 · 15 Oct 2023 · 40 min
13 | Ætherfrays
Skaranuka - 101th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki finally make it to the Ætherfrays, the border of the tangleweave. But getting into the area of the tangleweave turns out to be more difficult than one would expect… Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem…
24 Sep 2023 · 6 min
Season 2 Trailer and a Giveaway + Raffle!
Kessir (Raka), Vee (Yosha) and Eyþór (Malaki) have some important announcements regarding Counterbalance to share with you! We’re giving away “Make Runes not War” Stickers with white or black ink respectively. Be sure to check our social media handles of your choice to see what they look like! You can get one by reviewing Counterbalance on any Podcast catcher you can leave a review on! Simply send us a screenshot of your review to [email protected] , let us know what color sticker you would like and please include your address. Among all who send in a screenshot, we will also…
S1 · E15 · 15 May 2023 · 28 min
12 | Lithosynthesis
Arepanuka - 100th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation After their negotiation with Ferryce, Raka, Lyn and Malaki head back to the Stone Serpent to tie up loose ends... Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) --- You can help support the show and get ad free…
S1 · E14 · 15 Apr 2023 · 32 min
11 | Bonding Ritual
Arepanuka - 100th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Raka, Lyn and Malaki follow a thread of Aetherweave connected to the Windshell into the murky depths of an ancient forest. What kind things await them here... ? Find the Transcript here. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson Ferryce - Ester Ellis Auril - Travis Vengroff Yosha - Hem Brewster ( The Lucky Die ) ---…
S1 · E13 · 15 Mar 2023 · 23 min
10 | Interference
Arepanuka - 100th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation After their encounter with the last bunch of spirits, Raka, Lyn and Malaki enter a nearby town to warn them of the nearby threats. But the inhabitants are less than happy about their pressence... Find the Transcript here. CW: Heavy Racism, Loud Arguing. If these are things you can't deal with or can't currently deal with, I will include a summary of the events in a special section of the Transcript, so you can skip this episode. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse…
S1 · E12 · 15 Feb 2023 · 22 min
09 | Stone Serpent
Arepanuka - 100th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation Spirit behaviour becomes odder with every league Raka, Lyn and Malaki get closer to the tangleweave. Facing an earthshatting turn of events, Lyn proves herself to be as indestructable as onyx. Find the Transcript here. CW: Drinking noises. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson ( Blighthouse Studio ) Auril -…
S1 · E11 · 15 Jan 2023 · 27 min
08 | Dew Breath
Calvanuka - 99th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st Generation The friction between Malaki and the Spirits is almost palpable, and and the choices he makes leave Raka and Lyn absolutely gasping for air. Find the Transcript here. CW: A lot of coughing. Counterbalance is an immersive high fantasy audiodrama and is a production of the Blighthouse Studio . Find more content from the Counterbalance world at Trilunis.com Cast Raka - Kessir Riliniki Lyn - Carollyn Monterola-Koezle Malaki - Eyþór Viðarsson ( The White Vault ) Auril - Travis Vengroff ( Liberty:Critical Research ) Written,…

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Counterbalance is a English arts & books podcast from Blighthouse Studio. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Blighthouse Studio
Language: English
Category: Arts & Books
New episodes: Monthly
Typical length: 32 min
Latest episode: 5 Oct 2026
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