Welcome, thrill-seekers, to TRUE ASSASSINS, the podcast that dives headfirst into the shadowy world of history's deadliest figures, or at least, the ones Orlando Madsbrine cooked up in his infamous book, TRUE KILL! Get ready for your weekly dose of mayhem because we've got two killer episodes lined up that will leave you gasping for air… or maybe just a strong antidote.TRUE ASSASSINS: Episode 1 - LAB OF HORRORS: They Created Death, Now It's Hunting Them!Ever wonder what happens when a bunch of brainy scientists try to play God and accidentally unleash a monster? This week, we're locked down with a team of eggheads who thought it was a brilliant idea to engineer a super-deadly virus. Talk about a workplace hazard! One clumsy moment later, and BAM! Green goo everywhere. Suddenly, their top-secret facility becomes a real-life escape room with seriously high stakes – the prize for failure? Global pandemic, starting with them.But wait, there's more! As if a killer virus on the loose isn't bad enough, these geniuses start turning on each other faster than you can say "biohazard." Paranoia? Sabotage? Accusations flying thicker than airborne pathogens. Did Michaels, Mr. Always-Right, mess with the centrifuge? Is Chen hoarding the precious, maybe-it's-a-cure stash? And our leader, Dr. Ellis, well, he's drowning in a guilt trip bigger than his lab. They go from colleagues to cage fighters, barricading themselves in their labs like it's the zombie apocalypse, except they are the potential zombies.People start dropping like flies – Chen bites the dust first, leaving everyone wondering if it was suicide or a friendly (but fatal) nudge. The AI that runs the place goes silent. Did it get bored? Did it join the virus fan club? Who knows! Ellis, meanwhile, is stirring up some questionable concoction in a flask – cure or curse? Place your bets!. In the end, it’s not some epic showdown, but a tired scientist succumbing to his own creation. Flash forward, hazmat suits arrive to find a scene straight out of a horror flick: bodies, broken science, and a vial labeled "Project Deliverance" – ironic, much?. The real horror? The echoes of backstabbing and the realization that their biggest enemy was their own ambition. The cure remains a mystery, the lab a sealed tomb – a cautionary tale about playing with fire and definitely getting burned.TRUE ASSASSINS: Episode 2 - CLEOPATRA'S KISS: Beauty, Brains, and a Body Count!Forget Romeo and Juliet; this week we're serving up something far more lethal and glamorous: Cleopatra, the queen who could conquer hearts and kingdoms with a smile… and a carefully measured dose of poison. Beneath the silk and the seductive gaze lurked the Serpent of the Nile, a master of statecraft and silent assassinations. While everyone was busy swooning over her beauty, Cleopatra was in her secret apothecary, whipping up deadly cocktails with herbs, roots, and the occasional venomous critter. Move over, Martha Stewart, this queen’s got recipes for disaster!Tonight's special? A Roman senator named Gaius with wandering eyes for Cleopatra's empire. Our girl Cleo throws a lavish banquet – think glittering gold, flowing wine, and a side of slow-acting toxins. Her ladies-in-waiting are just there for the gossip, completely unaware they're part of a deadly plot involving nightshade and hemlock. Gaius raises his glass, completely clueless, as Cleopatra plays the gracious hostess, a demure smile her perfect alibi.Then comes the dramatic, drawn-out demise. No quick stab here; we're talking agonizing convulsions and panicked onlookers. Cleopatra? Cool as a cucumber, offering totally useless herbs while secretly enjoying the show. Tears? Oh, there will be tears – perfectly orchestrated by the court, while Cleopatra celebrates another "obstacle removed". Whispers of her deadly skills spread like wildfire, adding "Poisoner" to her already impressive resume. But even in her opulent palace, haunted by the ghost of an asp, Cleopatra has to wonder: has her ambition turned her into a monster? The more poison she doles out, the darker her soul becomes. Power comes at a price, and for Cleopatra, it's the slow erosion of her own humanity. Her reign? A dazzling mix of gold, blood, and the lingering scent of bitter herbs – the unforgettable taste of Cleopatra's kiss.#TrueCrimePodcast #Assassins #DeadlyWomen #KillerQueens #SecretWeapons #HistoricalMurders #Intrigue #Suspense #Poison #VirusOutbreak #LabAccident #Betrayal #PowerStruggles #TrueKill #OrlandoMadsbrine #TeenPodcast #YoungAdultPodcast #Mystery #Conspiracy #HiddenAgendas #DarkHistory This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
May 14, 2025
15 min
Welcome, fellow thrill-seekers, to another deep dive into the shadowy world of TRUE ASSASSINS! Get ready to have your minds blown because this week we've got not one, but TWO tales of deadly decisions and watery graves! You won't BELIEVE who gets taken out next!Episode Title: Wet Secrets & Royal Reckonings: When the Deep and the Devout Turn Deadly!First up, we plunge into the crushing depths with a fearless diver named Maya. She's not just looking for seashells; she stumbles upon an entire lost city swallowed by the ocean centuries ago. Can you imagine? Ancient walls whispering secrets, crumbling palaces – it's like Atlantis, but way cooler because she finds it first! But hold on tight, because this underwater paradise isn't going to stay secret for long. Cue the greedy archeologists and treasure hunters sniffing around like sharks. Our girl Maya goes from explorer to full-on guardian, pulling sneaky sabotage moves like a true ninja of the deep. Leaky oxygen tanks? Tangled hoses? They thought it was bad luck, but it was all Maya! But when a HUGE ship rolls in, packed with plunder-hungry goons, Maya decides it's time to escalate. Think unstable caves, glittering coin traps, and a detonation that would make Poseidon proud! In a final, epic showdown, the tunnel collapses, burying the invaders. Talk about a mic drop moment! Sadly, Maya gets caught in the rumble, but guess what? She becomes the ultimate protector of her city, a phantom legend that keeps those pesky salvage crews away for good. So, if you hear whispers of a cursed city and a vengeful diver, you know who they're talking about!Then, we surface for a completely different kind of chaos in the opulent, yet totally bonkers, world of Grigori Rasputin, the so-called Mad Monk. This dude goes from peasant to basically the Tsar's BFF, all while stirring up whispers of dark magic and unholy power. Poisoned wine? Bullets? This guy seemed untouchable! He's got the Tsarina in his ear, making prophecies, and Russia is bleeding out on the battlefields. But even his own fan club starts getting a little freaked out by his power trip. Enter Ivan, his most devoted follower, who finally snaps. Accusations fly, like "You're leading us to RUIN!" and "You're the TRUE EVIL!" Can you believe the audacity? Rasputin's all smug, talking about forging empires, but Ivan ain't having it. It wasn't the Tsar's enemies who got him; it was a betrayal from within! This devoted follower stabs Rasputin repeatedly. Talk about a plot twist! The Mad Monk, who bent an entire empire to his will, gets taken out by one of his own. They even dump his body in the river. Legend says his ghost still haunts the Winter Palace. What a way to go!These unbelievable tales of deadly guardians and treacherous followers are ripped from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's sensational book, TRUE KILL!#TrueAssassinsPodcast #DeadlyShadows #LostCity #OceanSecrets #Guardian #AncientCurse #Rasputin #MadMonk #RussianHistory #RoyalBetrayal #Assassination #TrueCrime #Podcast #TeenPodcast #YoungAdultPodcast #Mystery #Suspense #Thriller #UntouchableNoMore #UnderwaterAdventure #HistoricalIntrigue #BetrayalFromWithin #PowerCorrupts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
May 9, 2025
6 min
Welcome back, thrill-seekers, to another electrifying episode of TRUE ASSASSINS, the podcast that dives deep into the darkest corners of the human psyche! Forget your boring true crime – we're serving up tales so twisted, so suspenseful, you'll be sleeping with the lights on! This week, buckle up as we unearth not one, but TWO bone-chilling stories ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's infamous book, "TRUE KILL"!First up, prepare to descend into the BLOOD TRIBUTE, a nightmarish saga of a killer obsessed with the myth of the Minotaur! This ain't your grandma's history lesson, folks. We're talking about a sicko who built a literal maze beneath the city streets, a damp and bloody playground where he lured unsuspecting victims into his deadly game. Imagine the terror, the echoing screams in the darkness as he stalks his prey, a bull's skull his gruesome mask! But here's the kicker: this twisted creator gets a taste of his own medicine when a determined detective steps into his labyrinth. What happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? Just when you think you know how this sick game will end, BAM! A monstrous twist that will leave you gasping – is the real Minotaur not a man in a mask, but something far more ancient and terrifying lurking in the depths? Did this killer just build a stage for his own gruesome demise at the horns of a true beast? You won't believe the macabre aftermath and the whispers that still haunt the city's underbelly!Then, brace yourselves for the shocking tale of PENANCE BY FIRE! In a seemingly peaceful small town, beloved Reverend Elias appears to be a beacon of light and forgiveness. But beneath that gentle smile lies a horrifying secret: he's a self-proclaimed instrument of divine justice, secretly judging and executing the town's unpunished sinners! Forget courtroom drama; this is about a preacher who transforms into a wraith in the dead of night, delivering his own fiery brand of retribution. From suspicious arsons to so-called accidents, the bodies pile up, and the town whispers of a curse. But what happens when this holy man's quest for purity spirals into unhinged fanaticism? When his sermons turn from comfort to terrifying pronouncements of cleansing flame? And when one brave soul sees the dangerous fire burning in the preacher's own eyes? Get ready for a shocking confession and a chilling end that proves even the most pious can be consumed by the darkness they seek to destroy. Was his final act suicide or the ultimate price for playing God?These terrifying tales are brought to you from the disturbing world crafted by Orlando Madsbrine in "TRUE KILL." Get ready to have your perception of good and evil shattered!#truecrime #assassins #murder #mystery #thriller #suspense #darktales #crimestories #podcast #trueassassins #labyrinth #minotaur #maze #killer #detective #preacher #fire #sin #justice #retribution #smalltownsecrets #horror #urbanlegends #unsolved #shocking #twisted #orlandomadsbrine #truekill #deadlyshadows #captivatingtales #bloodpacts #murderouslegends #betrayal #cloakanddagger #recklesshitmen #daringkills This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
May 7, 2025
9 min
Welcome back, true crime fanatics, to TRUE ASSASSINS PODCAST, the only show brave enough to drag the darkest deeds into the light! Get ready for another double dose of danger, ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's bone-chilling masterpiece, TRUE KILL! This week, we've got two tales so twisted, they'll leave you sleeping with the lights on!Episode 1: Melody of Murder - The Song That Sank a Town!Ever heard a tune so catchy it could kill? This ain't your grandma's lullaby, folks! This week, we dive headfirst into a village gripped by a sinister symphony. Picture this: a seemingly harmless travelling minstrel rolls into town, lute in hand, but what comes out of that instrument isn't folksy charm—it's a freakin' curse! One poor soul, a local named Erik, is the only one who smells the rotting musical notes in the air. He's seen this horror show before: the sweet sounds turning ordinary neighbours into bloodthirsty maniacs! Get ready for a wild ride as Erik races against the deadly decibels, trying to warn everyone before the whole place descends into a knife-wielding frenzy. But when the music hits its peak, all hell breaks loose! In a desperate move, Erik decides the only way to silence the deadly ditty is with a little… firepower! Will he succeed in turning down the volume on this homicidal hit single, or will the entire village become a permanent part of the minstrel's morbid melody? Trust us, you won't believe how this one ends – it's a real mic drop moment!Episode 2: Cosmic Carnage - When Your Horoscope Kills You!Next up, we journey from earthly evil to celestial stupidity! Meet Anton, a stargazing nutjob with a serious god complex. This ain't your average horoscope reader predicting a good hair day; Anton believes he can control the very fabric of fate with a little… human sacrifice! Yep, you heard that right. This lunatic is carving up victims based on their birth charts, thinking he's balancing some cosmic scales. Three poor souls have already bought a one-way ticket to the afterlife, all to appease Anton's warped view of the universe. Tonight's the grand finale, the ritual that's supposed to etch his will into the stars themselves! He's chanting, he's feeling the power… and then BAM! The universe decides to clap back in the most hilariously brutal way possible. Forget divine intervention; we're talking a full-on space rock smackdown! Anton's grand plan for celestial domination ends with him getting pancaked by a freakin' meteorite – the one cosmic event he completely missed while staring at his precious star maps! Talk about an astronomical blunder! Get ready for a tale of cosmic irony that proves the universe has a seriously dark sense of humour.#TrueAssassinsPodcast #TrueCrime #MurderMystery #DeadlyTales #Assassination #TrueKill #OrlandoMadsbrine #Podcast #CrimeStories #Mystery #Thriller #YoungAdult #TeenFiction #DarkStories #BloodPacts #Betrayal #RecklessHitmen #DaringKills #Madness #Curses #Minstrel #FatalMusic #Astrology #CosmicHorror #Irony #Meteorite #Fate #Obsession #Ritual This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
May 4, 2025
15 min
Welcome back to TRUE ASSASSINS, the only podcast that dares to plunge into the darkest corners of history and legend! This week, get ready for a tale ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's shocking bestseller, TRUE KILL!TRUE ASSASSINS: Episode Title - DRAGON FANG OF DOOM: Hero or Monster?Ever wondered what happens when the line between saviour and destroyer vanishes in a haze of deadly ambition? This episode, buckle up as we unravel the twisted saga of Kai, the Shadowblade! This wasn't your typical knight in shining armour story, folks. We’re talking about a shadowy assassin, a desperate soul forced to wield a weapon so evil, it whispered sweet nothings of power while slowly turning his insides black. To take down a tyrant king whose cruelty stained the very earth, Kai had to embrace the darkness – a dragon's fang pulsing with ancient malice.He wasn't a hero, but destiny, or maybe just sheer desperation, shoved him into the role. The assassination wasn't some glorious duel; it was a cold, hard execution. The tyrant fell, the land rejoiced, but that fang? It wasn't done. It craved more, poisoning Kai’s spirit with promises of control, of reshaping the kingdom in HIS image. Forget justice; the whispers now spoke of "necessary sacrifices".Imagine the sleepless nights, the iron taste of his own fear as Kai fought to hold onto himself. His comrades, the rebels who once cheered him, now eyed him with suspicion as his calls for swift action turned brutal. Then, a glimmer of hope in the form of Mara, a healer who saw not a saviour, but a man hurtling towards the abyss. Theirs wasn't a love story; it was a battle for a soul. The real fight wasn't against the remnants of the old regime but against the monster growing within Kai himself. Every act of mercy was a blow against the poison. He never destroyed the fang; its power was too vital. Instead, he chained it, warded it, a constant reminder of the darkness he danced with. The rebellion won, but Kai? He vanished, a tainted hero forever guarding the relic and his own corrupted heart from its seductive call. His tale wouldn't be sung in glory, but whispered in fear – the shadowed figure guarding against a darkness only he truly understood.But hold on, assassins! The night is young, and the shadows hold more secrets. Get ready for another chilling descent into the mind of a killer with our next segment:ADDICTIVE TRUE CRIME STORY: The Detective Who Dunit?!Think you know true crime? Think again! Meet Detective Julian Cross, the charismatic genius who captivated the world with his brilliant deductions. The cameras loved him, the audience adored him as he guided them through the macabre dance of murder investigations. But what if the storyteller was also the mastermind? What if each solved case was just a carefully crafted performance by the ultimate puppet master?From a pedestrian "suicide" spiced up with mistresses and poison to an "accidental" death orchestrated with rigged machinery, Julian Cross built a legend on seemingly impossible insights. His assistant, Amelia, initially a bright-eyed apprentice, became his perfect audience. But as Amelia’s sharp mind started noticing the inconsistencies in his "masterpieces", the game took a dangerous turn. Could Julian manipulate her too? Could he twist her earnest deductions to serve his grand narrative?Their partnership became a thrilling dance of deduction and deception, captivating the world. But in his most intricate plot yet, the banker's "heist," Amelia finally saw through the illusion. The confrontation wasn't in a dark alley, but under the glare of his own studio lights, the cameras still rolling. With quiet determination, Amelia laid bare the truth, shattering Julian's charming facade. His desperate attempts to deflect and deny only added to the spectacle of his downfall. As the authorities arrived, summoned by Amelia's unwavering accusations, Julian, even in defeat, couldn't resist one last dramatic look at the camera. His reign as the brilliant detective was over, but the legend of the villain who fooled the world? That, he believed, would run forever.#TrueCrimePodcast #AssassinsCreed #MurderMystery #TrueKill #OrlandoMadsbrine #DragonFang #PoisonedHero #TyrantSlayer #Shadowblade #Rebellion #DarkFantasy #CrimeStories #DetectiveThriller #TwistedPlot #Whodunnit #PodcastRecommendations #MustListen #CrimeJunkie #CriminalMinds #MysteryPodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
May 1, 2025
7 min
Welcome back, shadow stalkers, to TRUE ASSASSINS, the only podcast brave enough to drag you into the darkest corners of the human heart! This week, prepare for a mind-bending ride ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's bone-chilling masterpiece, TRUE KILL!TRUE ASSASSINS: BODY SWAP BUTCHER! When a Killer Wakes Up in a Suit, and a Suit Finds Himself in a Hail of Bullets!Get ready to have your reality completely twisted! In an unbelievable tale of swapped destinies, we plunge headfirst into the chaotic aftermath of a bizarre body-swapping incident! Picture this: a stone-cold HITMAN, a predator in his prime, lines up his next target – a plump, unsuspecting businessman drowning in spreadsheets. One minute, the crosshairs are locked; the next, BAM! Lightning strikes, or in this case, a mysterious serum slams these two souls into each other's lives!Can you even imagine the sheer panic? Our ruthless assassin suddenly finds himself behind a desk, battling… Powerpoint presentations! His weapon of choice? A freaking laptop! Meanwhile, the portly businessman is thrust into the hitman's world of smoky back alleys and loaded guns! His stammering pleas of "I'm just an accountant!" fall on deaf, goon-filled ears as he gets the beating of his life!But hold on, it gets even crazier! Our suave killer-turned-corporate-cog struggles with boardroom meetings and PTA conferences, his death threats hilariously lost in translation! And the formerly mild-mannered suit finds himself dodging bullets in a high-speed chase, uncovering secrets far more dangerous than quarterly reports!Witness the unbelievable transformation as these two men are forced to walk a mile – or a lifetime – in each other's shoes! The hitman discovers the hidden desperation of a family man, the love for a sick child he never knew existed. And the businessman? He gets a brutal, firsthand lesson in the chilling isolation of a life lived in the shadows.Just when you think you know where this is going, prepare for a final, explosive showdown! Bodies flicker, control shifts, and in a breathtaking climax, they come face-to-face once more. But the man behind the gun isn't who he used to be, and the man staring down the barrel has tasted a life he never imagined. Will the killer reclaim his deadly purpose? Or has this insane body swap shattered them both beyond repair? You won't believe what happens next!#TrueAssassins #BodySwapThriller #HitmanGoneWrong #BusinessmanInDanger #OrlandoMadsbrine #TrueKillPodcast #CrimeStories #Suspense #ActionPacked #TwistedTales #MustListen This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
Apr 30, 2025
10 min
Welcome back to TRUE ASSASSINS, the only podcast that dives deep into the darkest corners of deadly intentions! Get ready for another mind-blowing episode ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's infamous book, TRUE KILL!Hey Kill-Seekers! This week, we've got a double dose of deliciously dark justice for your twisted little hearts! First up, meet Maya, the so-called magnificent architect with a seriously fatal flaw – her buildings weren't just built, they were booby-trapped! Forget blueprints for beautiful homes; Maya was sketching out elaborate death sentences in steel and concrete. A hidden gas leak here, a weakened stairwell there – her creations were ticking time bombs designed to eliminate her targets and elevate her status. She thought she was untouchable, a puppet master pulling the strings of destiny with every meticulously placed 'accident'. But guess what happens when you play God with girders? Karma comes crashing down! In a spectacular reverse demolition, Maya finds herself trapped in her own lethal penthouse as her masterpiece of malice crumbles around her. Talk about poetic justice served with a side of shattered glass! She wasn't worried about dying; she was furious about losing control as her own deadly design became her inescapable tomb. The irony? Her last thoughts were about the perfect geometric shape of the ceiling crushing her – a final reflection of her deadly precision.Then, buckle up for a high-flying tale of terror with Captain Eric Thorne, a pilot whose career was built on carefully orchestrated 'accidents'. This wasn't your average turbulence, folks. Thorne was a master of sabotage, turning routine flights into fiery 'emergencies' for insurance payouts and sinister satisfaction. Tinkered valves, loosened lines – his crashes were meticulously planned performances that always ended with him playing the hero. But this time, the script flipped faster than a failing engine! His latest masterpiece, designed to off a wealthy industrialist, goes horribly wrong – not with his planned sabotage, but with a genuine, screaming engine malfunction. Suddenly, Captain Cool's hands are shaking, his 'mayday' practice goes out the window, and the bewildered faces of his passengers become his final judgment. He, the architect of undetectable disasters, is about to star in his own fatal finale. The last thing he sees? The winking red light of the backup system he deliberately disabled. Soar into that, Captain! The ocean becomes his watery grave, swallowing his screams and his wicked talent whole.Two tales of twisted ambition meeting their explosive ends! You just can't make this stuff up (unless you're Orlando Madsbrine, that is!).#TrueAssassins #TrueCrimePodcast #DeadlySecrets #IronicJustice #ArchitectOfDeath #PilotError #KarmaStrikes #FatalFlaw #HighStakes #TrueKill #OrlandoMadsbrine #CrimeStories #Suspense #Thriller #MustListen #PodcastRecommendations #YoungAdultPodcast #TeenPodcast #DarkTales #JusticeServed This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
Apr 25, 2025
12 min
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because TRUE ASSASSINS is back with a double dose of darkness that'll have you sleeping with the lights on! Welcome, you magnificent murderinos, to your weekly fix of the most twisted tales this side of a confession booth. Tonight, we've got two spine-chilling stories ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's infamous book, TRUE KILL!Episode 1: Sky-High Stakes! Stewardess by Day, Spy by Night! When the Drinks Cart Turns Deadly!Ever thought your flight attendant was just there for your beverage needs? Think again! In this high-flying thriller, we meet Sarah, seemingly your average purveyor of peanuts and pretzels in first class. But beneath that dazzling smile and helpful demeanor lurked a secret agent sharper than a dropped oxygen mask! This wasn't just about turbulence, folks; it was about double lives and deadly secrets. Our Sarah was on a mission, targeting a shady senator and his briefcase full of secrets. A little spilled wine, a quick switcheroo in the lavatory – smooth, right? Wrong! Her cover gets blown faster than a punctured fuselage when a mysterious stranger shows up with a gun. Suddenly, it's not just her job on the line, it's her life! The friendly skies turn into a full-blown battleground as rival agencies crash the party, turning the first-class cabin into a bullet-riddled mess. Amidst the chaos, with glass flying and bullets whizzing, Sarah pulls a move so unexpected, it’ll make your jaw drop. Sacrificing herself in a desperate act involving the emergency lever, she ensures the intel is safe while blending into the aftermath as just another casualty. No one will ever know the true extent of her lethal skills, or the mission she so bravely completed in her final moments. Her ordinary life was a lie, and her heroic death will remain a secret lost in the descent.Episode 2: Blade of Regret! This Assassin's Kills Came with a Horrifying Twist You Won't Believe!Prepare for a tale that will mess with your head! Meet Thomas, a young gun in the assassin's guild, eager to make a name for himself. He gets his hands on a creepy blade from old Silas, who promises it will "enhance the experience." Boy, was he right! Thomas's first hit, a supposed traitorous merchant, goes down clean. But then BAM! Thomas is hit with a vision of the man's innocent life – laughter, love, all the things he just extinguished. Talk about killer remorse! Each subsequent kill gets worse, with visions of a kind healer solidifying the horrifying truth: this blade doesn't just end lives, it shows Thomas the goodness he's destroying. Haunted by these ghostly glimpses of innocence, Thomas ditches the guild and seeks out a reclusive witch in a desperate bid to break the curse. The ritual is risky, the witch's warnings dire, but Thomas is past the point of caring. He offers the cursed blade, ready to face any consequence for a chance at redemption. In a dramatic showdown of magic and metal, the blade's dark power is finally extinguished, but the weight of Thomas's past deeds remains. He’s no longer an assassin, just a man burdened by the ghosts of his victims, walking a long and uncertain path towards… maybe, just maybe… something better.#TrueAssassinsPodcast #TrueCrime #Assassins #Spies #Murder #Intrigue #Suspense #Thriller #DeadlySecrets #Betrayal #HighStakes #CursedBlade #Redemption #SecretAgent #Podcast #CrimePodcast #TeenThriller #YoungAdultBooks #ActionPacked #OrlandoMadsbrine #TrueKill This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
Apr 17, 2025
18 min
Hey True Crime Junkies, and welcome back to TRUE ASSASSINS, the only podcast brave enough to dive headfirst into the darkest corners of history… or should we say, the most thrilling pages of Orlando Madsbrine's masterpiece, "TRUE KILL"! Get ready to have your minds blown because this week, we've got not one, but TWO tales of deadly deception that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about power, art, and the ultimate betrayal!First up, prepare to enter the shadowy world of ancient China where the legendary Sun Tzu, the mastermind behind "The Art of War," wasn't just scribbling battle strategies. Oh no, dear listeners, according to "TRUE KILL," this wasn't just about troop movements! Sun Tzu was secretly playing a much deadlier game, turning the emperor's court into his personal chessboard. Forget bloody battles; this OG puppet master preferred whispers in the dark, engineered accidents, and the slow, delicious crumble of his enemies' reputations. Imagine: no swords, no armies, just a cunning mind orchestrating downfalls with poisoned tea and staged ambushes! We'll unravel how Sun Tzu, armed with nothing but his intellect and a network of bribed servants, systematically dismantled threats to the throne, leaving a trail of 'unfortunate incidents' in his wake. But was his brilliance worth the price? "TRUE KILL" paints a picture of a lonely genius, haunted by his victories built on deceit, ultimately realizing that sometimes, the most powerful move is to vanish entirely. This isn't just strategy; it's psychological warfare at its most lethal!Then, buckle up as we transport you to the glittering, yet treacherous, world of Renaissance Florence and the reign of Lorenzo de' Medici! Forget everything you think you know about this patron of the arts because "TRUE KILL" exposes a shocking secret: Lorenzo's most celebrated artists and scholars were also his deadliest assassins! Michelangelo, Donatello, Brunelleschi – these weren't just creating masterpieces; they were silently eliminating Lorenzo's enemies with the same precision they applied to their art! Picture this: a sculptor's gaze assessing not just anatomy, but potential targets; a master of disguise blending into crowds to identify threats; an architect designing not just cathedrals, but fatal 'accidents'! The Medici palace wasn't just a hub of creativity; it was a covert headquarters where coded messages were woven into tapestries and the length of a candle signaled a hit. But "TRUE KILL" delves into the dark toll this double life took on these artistic assassins, their beautiful creations tainted by the blood on their hands. Discover the insidious truth behind Lorenzo's power – how he weaponized genius itself, leaving a legacy of breathtaking beauty built on a foundation of brutal violence.#trucrime #assassins #deadlysecrets #historicalmysteries #renaissance #ancientchina #powerplays #conspiracy #murder #truekill #orlandomadsbrine #clickbait #mindgames #lethalart #shadowyfigures #hiddenagendas This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
Apr 14, 2025
18 min
Welcome back, thrill-seekers, to another electrifying edition of TRUE ASSASSINS! The only podcast that dares to drag you kicking and screaming into the darkest corners of human nature, where betrayal cuts deeper than any blade and the thirst for power leaves a trail of bodies. Forget your homework, ditch your chores, because tonight, we've got a double dose of danger ripped straight from the pages of Orlando Madsbrine's infamous book, TRUE KILL! Get ready for two tales so twisted, they'll leave you checking under your bed tonight!Episode Title: Double Dose of Deadly DeceptionFirst up, prepare to witness the spectacular downfall of a self-proclaimed savior in a segment we're calling "Prophet Panic: When Paradise Turns into a Bloodbath!" This so-called leader, Silas, oozed charisma and spewed promises of a glorious exit from this mortal coil. He had his devoted followers eating out of his hand, ready to down his "holy" elixir for a one-way ticket to transcendence. But hold on tight, because this master manipulator had a secret – he was planning to ditch his flock and ride off into the sunset with their fortunes. Talk about a betrayal! Just as he was about to pull off his grand disappearing act, a single cry of "Traitor!" shattered his carefully constructed illusion. What happened next was pure chaos. The adoring crowd transformed into a raging mob, their blind faith replaced by a furious hunger for retribution. His escape route vanished as his once-loyal disciples turned on him with animalistic fury. His promises were worthless, his power evaporated, and his dreams of a lavish new life turned into a desperate struggle for survival. In a final, gut-wrenching twist, this false prophet got his wish for a grand exit, but not to paradise – he became a martyr alright, torn apart by the very people he sought to exploit. You absolutely HAVE to hear how this manipulative mastermind's plan implodes in the most brutal way imaginable!Then, brace yourselves for a descent into the shadowy world of religious rivalry with "Holy Vendetta: The Monk Who Weaponized Scripture!" Meet Brother Jonas, a seemingly devout monk entrusted with the sacred duty of copying holy texts. But beneath his humble robes lurked a serpent of envy and bitterness. Instead of preserving divine words, Jonas turned his quill into a weapon, subtly twisting scripture to smear his rivals within the order. A flick of his wrist, a slight alteration of a line, and a brother's reputation could be ruined, his ambitions crushed before they even took flight. Jonas reveled in his secret power, pulling the strings from the quiet solitude of the scriptorium. But his dark game couldn't last forever. Whispers of heresy reached the Abbot, leading to a tense confrontation and the horrifying discovery of Jonas's treachery. But the Abbot's punishment was far more than mere condemnation. In a chilling act of cleansing, he used fire to destroy centuries of irreplaceable manuscripts, tasking Jonas with the Sisyphean labor of transcribing them anew. Witness the shocking tale of a man who dared to defile the sacred for revenge, only to find his ambition go up in smoke in the most unexpected and devastating way!#truecrime #podcast #assassins #truestories #murder #betrayal #cults #religiouscrime #revenge #justice #thriller #suspense #darkhistory #crimestories #mystery #orlandomadsbrine #truekill #youngadult #teenfiction #deadlyshadows #cloakanddagger #recklesshitmen #daringkills This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trueassassins.substack.com
Apr 7, 2025
9 min
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