Armor ringing like bells, river-wind off the Loire, a white banner lifting—Inkwell lands in 1429 at Chinon, where a peasant girl from Domrémy walks past false splendor to greet the hidden prince: “God give you life, noble Dauphin.” Her name is Joan of Arc and she says she is sent to lift a siege and lead a prince to his crown.

From the ramparts of Orléans, our raven sees hunger in the lanes, English forts cinched tight, and Jeanne’s steady mercy—letters first, battle if need be. An arrow finds her shoulder; a prayer steadies her feet. Banner raised, the French press on—one fort, then the next—until dawn tastes like relief and the city finally exhales.

The road opens toward Reims. Gates swing wide, loyalties shift, and beneath stone that climbs like frozen music, the holy oil is brought and the crown settles on the Dauphin’s brow: Charles VII. Outside, even a stubborn goat can’t resist a victory wreath—because on coronation day, history keeps a sense of humor.

Along the way, Inkwell sketches the wider map of the Hundred Years’ War—Armagnac and Burgundian factions, towns changing hands, and one clean line to keep: a Dauphin is the heir to the French throne. The tale closes with a gentle nod toward Joan's capture and trial at Rouen, handled with care for younger listeners while honoring the weight of her witness.

This immersive educational history storytelling podcast blends cinematic narration with historical fiction for kids and families. In each episode, Inkwell witnesses real events through keen raven eyes, bringing the past to life with vivid detail, humor, and heart. Ideal for homeschoolers, classrooms, and history lovers of all ages who want to feel the wind and dust of the moments that shaped our world.

Note: This podcast is an amateur, independent, and AI-assisted production. It is created with care for families and young learners, but it is not produced by a professional historian. While reasonable effort is made toward accuracy, these stories are best enjoyed as vivid, narrative introductions to history.