The Valkyrie Cycle

Introducing…Rolling Midnight!

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 03:59:20 +0000

MCM is thrilled to announce our new label for all internally produced content: “Rolling Midnight.” Tune in for a quick update on the new name and our future plans, provided by creative director Saffron Hefta-Gaub. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Ceremonies-Media/100085917174104/ Tumblr: https://midnightcmedia.tumblr.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/midnightcmedia.bsky.social TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midnightceremoniesmedia YouTube: […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: Arc 3 Talkback

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sun, 28 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The cast answers audience questions and offer behind-the-scenes insights on the series. This talkback contains spoilers for the entirety of The Valkyrie Cycle. CW: Discussion of patricide, parental abuse, manipulation, and violence [27:48-50:32]. Rainbow Roll Festival: https://www.rainbowrollfest.com/home The CRIT Awards: https://critawards.mystrikingly.com/ Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Ceremonies-Media/100085917174104/ TikTok: […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: NPC Epilogues

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 20 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: NPC Epilogues A summary of what the non-player characters get up to after the finale. CW: Mentions of divorce [5:19-5:25] and [10:20-10:31]. — Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Ceremonies-Media/100085917174104/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midnightceremoniesmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX6R00hi8FvjH7nRKBYLjTg Tumblr: https://midnightcmedia.tumblr.com/ If you’re tweeting or posting about the show […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle Epilogue: A Warmer World

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 13 May 2023 08:45:05 +0000

In the days, weeks, and months after prom, healing begins. Content warnings: References to religious trauma and homophobia [10:18-16:19]. Brief mention of smoking (tobacco and murajuana) [32:56-33:06]. References to jail, criminal prosecution, and legal issues [1:01:27-1:04:31]. Discussion of eating disorder treatment [1:07:31-1:07:54]. Mentions of PTSD treatment [1:29:22-1:30:02], [1:33:55-1:34:37], and [1:40:07-1:40:33]. […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 19: Wolf Slain or World Consumed

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 06 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Deep in the woods, the final battle arrives. Content warnings: Audio gore (bones cracking/werewolf transformation) [15:08-15:20], [15:55-16:01], and [42:22-42:29]. Descriptions of wolf attacks, zombies, horror, and violence [22:37-24:15] and [26:11-29:44]. Horror, possession, violence and combat, descriptions of blood [40:52-58:52]. Scene of sensual intimacy [1:10:48-1:13:30]. Brief mention of wounds [1:22:33-1:22:53]. Briefest […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 18: Night of Revel

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Prom night finally arrives at Thornridge High. Starfyre and Cora have one last dance. Content warnings: References to sexual situations [2:31-3:31]. References to underaged drinking and internalized homophobia [35:28-37:10]. Underaged drinking [1:12:36-1:13:16]. Apocalyptic doom and the threat of death throughout. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Ceremonies-Media/100085917174104/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midnightceremoniesmedia […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 17: Eleventh Hour

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

In the week leading up to prom, Cassie finally talks to Stephanie. Silvia gets desperate. A meeting is called at the diner. Content warnings: Description of police and criminal investigation, discussion of murder and suicidal ideation [27:25-31:38]. Attempt at forced truth-telling through magic, with auditory distortion/ringing sound effects [40:57-41:50]. Threatening […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 16: Something Nice for Once

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The Strisciantes face the law. Lucien and Cesar discuss the future of their relationship. CW: Intense family dynamics [11:10-11:50]. Description of police, criminal investigation, and child protective services [12:07-17:23]. Brief description of animal attack [1:15:16-1:15:24]. Discussion of internalized homophobia and interaprty conflict throughout. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 15: How Lucky You Are

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Lucien follows orders. Eden questions how they can help their friends. Starfyre confronts the next biggest threat: her family. CW: Description of police, criminal investigation, and loss of family members [49:31-57:57]. Intense family dynamics, generational trauma, and threat of death [1:07:24-1:20:11]. Interparty conflict throughout. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 14: Chosen Ones

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Cesar discusses important business with his grandmother. Starfyre asks Cora to prom. Silvia calls in her favor with Stephanie. CW: Intense family dynamics and generational trauma [2:52-24:00]. Discussion of loss of family members, generational trauma, and the threat of death [39:24-52:08]. Violence and horror [1:01:43-1:03:31]. Magical hypnotism with audio distortion […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 13: Cause and Effect

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Cassie gives Starfyre a pep talk. Long-held secrets are revealed. CW: Hospital/heart monitor sound effects, brief discussion of violence and wounds [23:00-55:56]. Description of underage drug use (marijuana), anxiety, and religious trauma [1:26:24-1:26:57], [1:59:48-2:01:08], and [2:12:27-2:12:46]. Intense interparty conflict throughout. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Ceremonies-Media/100085917174104/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midnightceremoniesmedia […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 12: Who’s To Blame

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Cassie experiences the consequences of his Darkest Self. Silvia plays with Stephanie and Starfyre’s emotions. CW: Hospital/heart-rate monitor sound effects, slight emotional manipulation [2:47-9:39]. Discussion of child endangerment, trauma, and near death situations [16:26-20:45]. Brief discussion of murder and arson [33:50-34:05], [35:42-36:03], and [41:13-42:15]. Brief mention of snakes [52:25-52:50]. Description […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 11: Sins of the Father

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Eden explains the supernatural to the computer science club. Lucien and Cesar go on their first date. CW: Discussion of patricide, violence, and magical hypnosis [38:00-43:15]. Magical hypnosis and ringing sound effects [1:12:57-1:13:47]. Descriptions of violence, murder, and blood [1:14:07-1:27:00]. Description of arson and fire sound effects [1:51:17-1:52:35]. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: Arc 2 Talkback

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Our cast answers audience questions and gives behind-the-scenes insight on character creation and worldbuilding. This talkback contains spoilers from the first and second arc of TVC (Episodes 1-10), including major plot points from Episode 10.

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The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: Manipulative Btch and Genderfcked Attack Dog

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 02:09:29 +0000

Saffron, Karina, Quin, and Fabiola give a name to the archetypes of “evil gay people” found in your favorite media (including The Valkyrie Cycle). Discussion of (and thus spoilers for): The Valkyrie Cycle (episodes 1-10) Hannibal Campaign 2 of Critical Role These Violent Delights (by Micah Nemerever) Red vs. Blue […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 10: Blood of the Wolf

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Starfyre shows her friends the prophecy. Arthur Astor hosts a dinner. Content warnings: Description of a hospital including sound effects, brief description of wounds, mention of internalized homophobia [44:30-56:49]. Underage smoking, brief mention of death of family members (car accident), threat of death, sexual situations [1:19:55-1:24:05]. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/midnightcmedia […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 9: Lick Your Wounds

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The fight in the woods meets a hasty end. Starfyre and Lucien share a dance. Content warnings: Snake description/sound effects; description of blood/wounds [13:45-16:10]. Description of ambulance, paramedics, and police; siren sound effects [56:37-56:52] and [58:02-1:09:13]. Discussion of generational trauma, loss of parents [1:57:19-2:06:03]. Intense inter-party conflict throughout. Website: https://midnightceremoniesmedia.com/ […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 8: Claws and Teeth

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The meeting in the clearing turns bloody. Cesar finds out dirt on the Strisciantes while Silvia searches for answers about Blackwell. Content warnings: Descriptions of wolf attacks, violence, near-death experience. [24:10-54:13]. Teeth gore with sound effect [30:23-31:40]. Magical hypnosis, forced truth-telling, ringing sound effects [1:00:42-1:02:02] and [1:12:43-1:14:45]. Intense interparty conflict […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 7: Witch Hunt

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Starfyre, Lucien, and Cassie meet with Eden before school Monday morning. Stephanie confronts the consequences of her actions. Content warnings: Mentions of seizures/brain injury, discussion of homophobic parents and murder, hospital sound effects [16:57-37:35]. Hospital sound effects [43:20-50:08]. Description of dissociation/PTSD and of being attacked by a wolf [1:11:37-1:13:23]. Interparty […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 6: Confessions

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Lucien tests the limits of Stephanie’s spell. Starfyre talks to her aunt Morgan about the prophecy. Content warnings: Attempts at physical violence, punching [13:50-23:43]. Brief descriptions of wounds and wound care [24:51-25:44]. Discussion of grief and loss of family members [38:05-44:07]. Mentions of the foster system, being attacked by an animal […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle Bonus Content: Arc 1 Talkback

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 24 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Our cast answers audience questions and gives behind-the-scenes insight on character creation and worldbuilding. This talkback contains spoilers from the first arc of The Valkyrie Cycle (Episodes 1-5).

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 5: Chains of Fate

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Starfyre, Cassie, and Lucien hunt monsters in the woods; Eden takes the next step in their relationship with Cassie; and Stephanie Chaplin makes new plans for prom. Content warnings: Violence, horror, injury, and threat of drowning [33:53-37:56]. Descriptions of wounds, including a wolf bite [44:30-45:35]. Abusive/toxic family environment [1:19:30-1:24:37]. Discussion […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 4: World At Your Fingertips

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Family waits for characters on their return home from the party; Cassie finally confronts Luna Hanlon about their unfinished business. Content warnings: Intense family dynamics and generational trauma [2:00-5:57]. Emotional abuse, references to hunting and killing animals [14:48-28:05]. Discussion of death of family members, trauma related to injury from animal […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 3: An Unleashing

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000

The party comes to an end as Silvia finds evidence of the Chosen Squad’s investigation; a fight breaks out when something sinister finds Cesar in the woods. Content warnings: Violence, threats of violence, horror, and zombie beheading [40:00 – 50:19]. Threats of violence and punching [56:12 – 59:28]. Audio gore […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 2: Time Between Dog and Wolf

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Tensions rise as Starfyre, Lucien, and Cassie investigate the Strisciante family at Silvia’s party; Stephanie Chaplin hits a breaking point when confronted with terrible truths of her own. Content warnings: Descriptions of snakes (including feeding on mice) [47:43-49:00]. Moment of forced truth-telling through magic, with auditory distortion [1:48:10-1:49:17]. Physical violence […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle, Episode 1: Welcome to Thornridge

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Meet the students of Thornridge High, both magic and mysterious, as they enter the season of prom-proposals, extravagant end-of-year parties, and a prophecy that inches ever closer. Content warnings: Description of patricide, internalized homophobia, and religious trauma [9:50-16:36]. Brief description of miming self-harm [1:23:04]. Allusions to death of family members […]

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The Valkyrie Cycle – Teaser II

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0000

A Monsterhearts 2 Actual-Play Podcast by Midnight Ceremonies Media, coming November 12th, 2022. The Valkyrie Cycle uses ancient mythology and supernatural identities to explore the cyclical violence of revenge and the weight of living in a heteronormative world. Find out more about our team and what we do at midnightceremoniesmedia.com

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The Valkyrie Cycle – Teaser

Midnight Ceremonies Media — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 09:51:55 +0000

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