5.15: Second Citadel--The Indomitable Duelist (Part 1)

In the Northern Wilds, three traitors to the crown plan their escape, but a terrible price is paid.
In the Southern Frosts, two in love are twisted in a fight to the death, and they remember where it all began.
Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.
(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)
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Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and Outreach
Melissa DeJesus -- Script editing team
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Joelle Kross -- Transcriptionist
Noah Simes -- Production manager
Grahame Turner -- Script editing team
Kevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writer
Ryan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original music
Jeff Wright -- Graphic designer
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Trigger warnings:
- Sudden loud noises
- Violence and threats of violence
- Genocide
- Use of weapons
- Fire
- Harm to people and animals
- Harm to children
- Deception
- Abuse of authority
- Organized military assault

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