Image of Justina

 

These photos of Patricia Merrick were taken by Andy Hopkinson as part of an early, later abandoned, idea for the cover image of Kaldor City: Checkmate.

 

The Kaldor City CD series can be ordered from here. 

 

Encouraging Comment

Received this nice reply from a customer who has purchased a complete set of The True History of Faction Paradox.

 

"To this day, Kaldor City is still my favorite Doctor Who/Blake's 7 spin-off. It is the perfect blend of action, intrigue, and humour. 

 

I also enjoyed the download of The Time Waster. Still trying to work out whether Frank Archer, Kerr Avon, and Kaston Iago are all the same person or not... 

 

I'm looking forward to the Faction Paradox stories as produced by Magic Bullet!

 

Cheers,

 

Scott"

 

Enter the Boucherverse

 We at Magic Bullet Productions love this amazing image.

Very Metropolis/Blade Runner; two all-time great movies.

Artist Andy Lambert really excelled himself.

Here are links to the Celestial Toyroom issue the cover promotes, featuring articles on "The Robots of Death", Kaldor City, and "The Face of Evil", plus an amazing piece of colour artwork by JL Fletcher.

This free download is available in landscape or portrait. 

Star Interview!

Alex Lewczuk, and Alan Stevens, with able assistance from Chrisi Pashley, conduct a candid interview with actor Trevor Cooper on a whole range of subjects, including Tommy Cooper, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Jeff Bezos, Doctor Who, Star Cops, The Singing Detective, Kaldor City, and Magic Bullet's latest Blake's 7 release, Prodigal Sun.

Please click here:

Download and explore more free Blake's 7 audio productions:

Prelude
I,Travis
Gothic
Travis:The Final Line
You Fly, You Die
Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

 

Also:

 

Daleks: Report from an Unknown Planet 

Event Horizon

For Magic Bullet's latest audio play, Prodigal Sun, which unfolds on the planet Silmareno, we took a trip to Clearwell Scowles, in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, where location footage for the Blake's 7 episode 'Horizon' was filmed.

Eyes and Ears!

Received orders for a copy of Liberation: the Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to Blake's 7, and Fall Out: the Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to Blake's 7, plus two Kaldor City CDs.

If you would like to order these CDs and books, please click the links provided.

A Twisted Geis

Prepare for a thrilling journey into a terrifying jungle with Prodigal Sun, a brand new, free-to-download audio play from Magic Bullet Productions.

Narrated by Fergal Grimaldi (Robert Barringer-Lock), this gripping tale transports you to the distant planet Silmareno. What begins as a mission to steal a sacred artifact quickly erupts into mayhem, bloodshed, and murder.

Join Lydon (Ian Reddington), Kelso (Trevor Cooper), and their fellow outlaws as their quest for riches turns deadly. Could a mysterious, ancient curse hold the key to their grim fate? 

 

Download now and explore more free Blake's 7 audios here:

Prelude
I,Travis
Gothic
Travis:The Final Line
You Fly, You Die
Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

 

Also:

 

Daleks: Report from an Unknown Planet 

Bonus Intel: New Blake's 7 Audio Adventure & Exclusive Art!

Great news for Blake's 7 enthusiasts! Magic Bullet Productions is set to release a brand new, free-to-download audio story on June 9th.

This exciting adventure by David Tulley features the acting talents of Ian Reddington, Trevor Cooper, Robert Barringer-Lock, and Alistair Lock, with Chrisi Pashley handling the sound design.

To commemorate this release, artist Timothy Steven Keable has crafted a superb promotional illustration. This artwork will be the ninth addition to the exclusive set of Blake's 7/Doctor postcards sent to every customer who purchases a Kaldor City or Faction Paradox CD from here.

As a further bonus, this pack also includes a card autographed by Sasha Mitchell.  

 

Dalek Recursion!

 When developing the artwork for Report from an Unknown Planet, talented artist Tim Stephen Keable provided a choice between four variants. 

 

For the Dalek play, Report from an Unknown Planet, please click here.

 

To access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below: 

  

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

OMEGA WATCH

As Omega returns to Doctor Who, we re-examine his second appearance with 32 Stupid Things About “Arc of Infinity" (And 18 Cool Ones).

O ME GAD

As Omega returns to Doctor Who, we re-examine his first appearance with 28 Stupid Things about “The Three Doctors” (And 22 Cool Ones).

The Proof of the Pumpkin's in the Squeezing!

As the Rani returns to Doctor Who, we re-examine 27 Cool Things About "Time and the Rani" (and 23 Stupid Ones).

A Special Offer from Magic Bullet

Buy a full set of Kaldor City CDs and you'll also receive an autograph from the legendary Brian Croucher, plus eight stunning Blake's 7/Doctor Who art cards.

For those who delve into the intriguing world of Faction Paradox and purchase the full set of CDs, an amazing package awaits! 

You'll get an autograph from the brilliant Gabrial Woolf, those same eight fantastic Blake's 7/Doctor Who art cards, and a bonus CD of the full-cast adventure Daleks: The Mechanical Planet, starring the incredible talents of David Graham and Sasha Mitchell.

However, even if you opt for just a single Faction Paradox or Kaldor City CD, you won't miss out on those eight bonus Blake's 7/Doctor Who art cards, and everyone, no matter what you select, will receive an autograph from Sasha Mitchell.

Not bad, eh? 

Praise indeed

 Magic Bullet Productions would like to share this lovely comment we received from a past customer. Krista Collins says:

"The Kaldor City set is one of my absolute favorites. I try to listen to them at least once a year. I really wish there could be more. [Paul Darrow] was really able to make me feel the part he played."

 

Contains Spoilers!

We at Magic Bullet Productions recently received these excellent mini reviews from Marilyn Burge and would like to share them with you:

I'm thoroughly impressed with Magic Bullet's exceptional Blake's 7 audio plays, available as free downloads.

The team’s ability to craft compelling stories within this beloved universe is remarkable. The productions shed a dark light on previously unexplored corners, tackling the fate of the children mentioned during Blake’s trial and the Federation Security agent, Dev Tarrant, Jenna's final moments, Arlen's demise, and the consequences of using Dorian's regenerative room.

The voice acting, particularly Chrisi Pashley's narration, has brought these adventures to life with impactful and convincing performances, while the extra character background details have added depth.

This story-by-story response captures my emotional reactions to each audio play. While my comments may be more visceral than analytical, I hope they convey my appreciation for this outstanding work, although there are only so many ways you can say "Well, that was traumatic."

Prelude

The powerful scenes in this tale could never have been achieved in the original series due to budget constraints and TV censorship. The combination of the narrator's vivid descriptions and the sound effects capturing the girl's terror creates a deeply unsettling atmosphere. Excellent direction and sound design make listening a truly horrific experience, the more so because they speak to our imagination. The depiction of the prisoners on the brink of execution is haunting, and Travis' discovery of the Alien transmitter crystal adds a fascinating detail.

I, Travis

The atmospheric music at the start of this adventure effectively sets the tone. Exploring Travis' state of mind and fixation on Blake provides valuable insight, expanding on hints from the original series. The narrative delves into Travis's military ethics and fascination with Mutoids, offering a richer understanding of his character. The production quality is exceptional, and Brian Croucher is outstanding.

Gothic

This one troubled me the most. The juxtaposition of the Mutoid's injuries with her emotional numbness is deeply disturbing. Travis's callous decision to abandon her, driven by his goal to reach Star One, is characteristic of his obsessive nature. The Mutoid’s destiny, revealed through Kane's appearance, adds a poignant layer to the narrative.

Travis: The Final Line

Did Travis believe Star One would be his final act in more ways than one? According to this tale, he did, and his attempt to furnish himself with a fitting epitaph is hilariously realised.

You Fly, You Die

Once again, the production pushes the boundaries of the B7 universe, providing a unique glimpse into Jenna's thoughts and feelings, largely absent from the original series. The graphic description of her wounds and the acceptance of her demise are both gruesome and upsetting. Blake's growing realisation of Jenna's situation and his reaction are well-portrayed, culminating in a haunting final line.

Scars

The original series barely touched upon the fate of the children identified as victims of an allegedly depraved Blake in The Way Back, using them primarily as a plot device to facilitate his exile. Here, the drama explores the consequences of the Federation’s mental manipulation through a remarkable storyline, which also reveals the truth about Blake's own siblings in a way that is both plausible and devastating. Dev Tarrant's character is well-utilised, exploiting the children's fabricated memories for vengeful gain.

Premature Burial

Another chiller. The notion that Dorian would preserve Seskas for future use like a spider keeping flies in a web is both revolting and characteristic of his twisted nature. The description of the room and the Seskas' fate within is horrifying. Both this and The Logic of Empire suggest Avon was attempting to starve the room, and in the latter, it’s made clear that his blowing up Xenon Base effectively buried it. Interestingly, despite Avon’s ruthlessness, he still cared enough about Blake to prevent him from becoming the Federation’s trophy corpse.

The Next Life

An eerie opening, expertly narrated by Chrisi Pashley, draws the listener into this tale. Sasha Mitchell delivers a super performance as Arlen, conveying her presence throughout the narrative via screams, gasps, and other vocalisations. Arlen’s satisfaction upon discovering Vila among the dead is particularly unnerving and leaves a lasting impression.

Report from an Unknown Planet

This cleverly adapted Terry Nation story from the 1977 Dalek Annual is politically relevant and offers a thought-provoking, exciting tale, which I very much enjoyed. The sound design is outstanding, with effective Dalek voices and sound design. Ian Reddington is an engaging actor, and I loved the cameos from Brian Croucher, Trevor Cooper, and Robert Barringer-Lock.

I look forward to the future release of similar thought-provoking productions.

 

 Pictured: Sound designer Chrisi Pashley.

The Greatest Show in the Galaxy

Join Alex Lewczuk for a fascinating 23-minute discussion with the creative team behind Magic Bullet's latest free-to-download release, Report from an Unknown Planet. Actor Ian Reddington, sound designer Chrisi Pashley, and writer/director Alan Stevens share insights into their collaborative process, plus some fun tangents involving Chief Clowns and Sheffield Wednesday Football Club.

Please click link here.

 

 

To access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below:

 

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic 

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

A topical Reposting

Neglected, derided and branded racist by some critics, The Savages is actually a witty piece of social commentary about race relations, revolution and vivisection. Find out why Frederick Jaeger dons blackface makeup, who the true savages are... and what really happens to the Doctor's Reacting Vibrator! 

Encouraging Words

Magic Bullet Productions has received some great feedback from a customer who has just perchased the full CD set of The True History of Faction Paradox.

"The Kaldor City audios have a source of utter delight to me, and I have no doubt these will be the same."

 All orders can be made via this link.

Dalek Gets Defied

Trevor Cooper gives a Dalek some attitude in this exclusive photo! 

 

Catch him in a special cameo appearance, alongside Brian Croucher, in Magic Bullet's latest release, "Report from an Unknown Planet", starring Ian Reddinton.

 

Download the audio play for free here.

 

To access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below:

 

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic 

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

A Great Offer!

Any customer who buys all 12 Magic Bullet CDs (Kaldor City & Faction Paradox combined) will also receive the bonus CD, Daleks: The Mechanical Planet, eight Doctor Who/Blake's 7 art cards, and autographs from Brian Croucher, Gabriel Woolf, and Sasha Mitchell.

 To order, please click the link here.

 

Go on, treat yourself!

Death to the Daleks!

Two super photos of Brian Croucher, taken during the recording of Report from an Unknown Planet.

 

 

To access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below:

 

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic 

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

Experience the chilling audio adaptation of Terry Nation's short story, 'Report from an Unknown Planet'. 

Starring Ian Reddington and featuring a talented ensemble cast, including Trevor Cooper, Brian Croucher, Robert Barringer-Lock, and Alistair Lock, this disturbing and prescient tale will leave you breathless. 

With eerie sound design by Chrisi Pashley, this audio adventure is a haunting reflection of our current world. 

Prepare to be shocked. 

Magic Bullet Productions would like to thanks Phil Stevens, Fiona Moore, Timothy Stephen Keable, Ben John, Ann Worrall, and Jake Rousham for their invaluable contributions and unwavering support in bringing this remarkable production to life!

 

To access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below:

 

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic 

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

STOP PRESS!

Magic Bullet Productions is releasing a brand new, free-to-download audio adventure featuring the Daleks on March 2nd. 

 

The story boasts an impressive cast, including Ian Reddington, Trevor Cooper, Brian Croucher, Robert Barringer-Lock, and Alistair Lock.

 

To celebrate, artist Timothy Steven Keable has created a fantastic promotional illustration, which will be the eighth addition to the set of Doctor Who/Blake's 7 art cards sent to every customer who buys a Kaldor City or Faction Paradox CD from here.

 

As a further bonus, this will also include the card autographed by Sasha Mitchell. 

 

Meanwhile, to access Magic Bullet's range of free-to-download Blake's 7 audios, please click the links below:

 

Prelude

I, Travis

Gothic 

Travis: The Final Line

You Fly, You Die

Scars

Premature Burial

The Next Life

Exclusive Offer!

 Nice to see a recent customer taking advantage of our Special Offer where you can order either Kaldor City: Occam's Razor, or Faction Paradox: Coming to Dust, and get another CD for half price! 

Once again, our bonus Blake's 7/Doctor Who art cards and a signature from Sasha Mitchell will be included.


All orders can be made via this link.