The Dunhill Usurpers, Chapter 1
From Shorthand Missile by Matthew C. McLean
May 7, 2026 · 19 min · Season 4 · Episode 7
About this episode
Cole McDowell navigates the challenges of dark alchemy and religious zealotry in Dunhill while dealing with personal loss and forming new alliances.
The queer tales of Cole McDowell, last heir to the McDowell family line. As he makes his way through the city of Dunhill, Cole must contend with dark alchemy and religious zealotry to survive the crown jewel of the Brittania Empire. In this chapter, Cole loses a friend, gains a few more, and proposes a dangerous plan.
People in this episode
Host: Matthew C. McLean
Topics covered
- queer tales
- dark alchemy
- religious zealotry
- friendship
- dangerous plans
Keywords
- Cole McDowell
- Dunhill
- dark alchemy
- religious zealotry
- Brittania Empire
- friendship
- dangerous plan
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Brittania Empire
Places: Dunhill
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