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The wait is over… World’s End Radio is BACK!!

Closing out 2011, Luke is joined by Mike & JVB for an absolute megasode! We catch up on the many events of recent months, as well as to give a full breakdown review of the new Warhammer 40,000 Codex: Necrons. We discuss the evolution of the Necron race and how the rules have changed for the force to enable them to compete in the new 40K environment upon their awakening.

Happy new year everyone, and we look forward to the upcoming hobby excitement of 2012!

Intro & Show News (02:19)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! RHQTV - Game on! & Defiant Gaming - More bang for your buck! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (56:50)

• - New Warhammer Vampire Counts. <Link>
• - Retribution Jacks & Orboros Warbeasts for Warmachine/Hordes from Privateer Press. <Link>
• - Dystopian Wars updates & French forces. <Link>
• - Forgeworld X-mas jigsaw reveal <Link>

New 40K Codex: Necrons Review - Part 1 (01:29:00)

• - Our Necrons review begins with a good look at the evolution of the race within the backdrop of the 40K universe, as well as what the book has to offer in the areas of HQ and Troops selections.

New 40K Codex: Necrons Review - Part 2 (02:25:34)

• - Next we delve into the shadowy depths of the Elite Necrons arsenal, and what the new codex contains for the Fast Attack & Heavy Support areas, and an overview of the new Special Characters leading the Necrons to war.
  

Final Words (03:19:43)

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The wait is over! Fueled up and ready for action, this episode sees us unleash the full metal beast that is Warmachine & Hordes tournament gaming!

With live discussion from the WA event of the same name, as well as a catchup chat to cover all of the Rankings HQ supported action on the east coast and abroad - we have plenty of content this episode to keep the pistons slick and the guns firing. Add to that a mammoth amount of hobby news for the upcoming Gencon weekend releases over in the US and you’ve got lots of fun stuff to chew on.

Intro & Show News (00:57)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! RHQTV - Game on! & Defiant Gaming - More bang for your buck! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Joseph “Baelspar” Lechuga.

Hobby Update (33:33)

• - Malifaux Twisting Fates preview & other Wyrd Gencon releases. <Link>
• - Puppet Wars website full launch & game guide posted. <Link>
• - Covenant of Antarctica enter the Dystopian Wars. <Link>
• - Spartan announces Uncharted Seas models re-launch. <Link>
• - New Warmachine & Hordes hotness from Privateer Press. <Link>
• - GW unveils new Vampire Counts goodness for August. <Link>
• - Warhammer Ogre Kingdoms upcoming models revealed. <Link>
• - Big scaly monsters from Warhammer Forge. <Link>
• - FFG Blood Bowl Team Manager card game update. <Link>

Event Interview: Drew Lovell & Simon Addicott (01:09:45)

• - Recorded live at the Full Metal Beast Warmachine & Hordes tournament, we have a chat to event organiser Drew & local Press Ganger Simmo about the preparation & work that went into running the event, as well as a detailed look at Warmachine & Hordes tournament formats.

Event Interview: Aaron Thompson & Mark Siford (01:28:07)

• - Mark & Aza return to the show once again to chat about their experiences at Full Metal Beast, as well as a discussion about how they’ve transitioned over to the Hordes game and what they’ve picked up along the way.

Hobby Spotlight: Rankings HQ (01:40:26)

• - Andrew Galea from Rankings HQ is back to give us a briefing on the Oz National Warmachine & Hordes Super Series events, what’s happening with the Warhammer Fantasy Battle Masters tournament this year, the upcoming rankings system for Malifaux players - and lots more!

Final Words (02:15:16)

• - Luke’s Warmachine Super Series Painting Diary. <Link>
  

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Get ready for adventure on the high seas of a fantasy realm, as we set sail for The Uncharted Seas! We review this fantastic tactical naval combat title from Spartan Games and discuss some fun ideas for making the realm of the Forbidden Isles come to life on your tabletop.

Also, this episode sees a special “extended edition” of the hobby update, where we take a detailed look at the recent whirlwind of controversy surrounding Games Workshop in the wake of their announcements to restrict online international sales, raise prices, and the release of the Citadel Finecast range. Just what does all this mean for GW hobbyists?

Intro & Show News (01:22)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & RHQTV - Game on! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Justin Hill (author of “Shieldwall“).

Hobby Update (Special Extended Edition) (36:43)

• - Games Workshop trade embargo & price rises: Fallout & impacts discussion. <Link>
• - Citadel Finecast: What does it mean for GW hobbyists?. <Link>
• - Privateer Press announces 10 year anniversary sale!. <Link>
• - More previews of Warmachine: “Wrath” models. <Link>
• - Wyrd lets loose on Puppet Wars previews! <Link>
• - New Malifaux community Wiki resource. <Link>
• - Loads of Warmachine: “Wrath” book content spoilers. <Link>
• - New images of models & terrain for the upcoming Warhammer “Storm Of Magic”. <Link>
• - Sisters Of Battle Codex on the way via White Dwarf. <Link>

An Introduction To: The Uncharted Seas (Part 1) (01:32:41)

• - We start with a general game overview of The Uncharted Seas, including core rules and turn sequence to give you an idea of how the game flows.
  

An Introduction To: The Uncharted Seas (Part 2) (02:18:33)

• - In our second part of the game overview, we give an overview of each of the main factions, and then dive into the hobby elements of painting a fleet and constructing your own table and terrain for oceanic battles.
• - <Ocean Table Video Tutorial>

Mailbag & Final Words (02:49:00)

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A thin silver line stands between humanity and the predations of the foul denizens of the warp - the Space Marines of the Grey Knights chapter! In this episode we give you a full review of the latest force in 40K, and equip you with everything you need to know to join these staunch defenders of the holy Imperium, or to join the dark side and turn the tables on them!

Intro & Show News (01:15)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & RHQTV - Game on! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Brian Luren.

Hobby Update (36:10)

• - Privateer Press announces Warmachine Unbound <Link>
• - Dreamforge Games Leviathan Crusader. <Link>
• - Unseen Lerker #8 is out. <Link>
• - More new Warmachine Warcasters & Jacks for Wrath. <Link>
• - Wyrd reveals June Malifaux release models. <Link>
• - Massive GW FAQ update. <Link>

New 40K Codex: Grey Knights Review - Part 1 (55:49)

• - Our review commences with an overview of the book itself, the new story & background elements, as well as the choices of leaders for a Grey Knights force.

New 40K Codex: Grey Knights Review - Part 2 (01:48:12)

• - The review continues with a look at the rest of the new units on offer, and some strategies on battling the key threats in the current 40K environment - as well as the Grey Knights themselves!
  

Final Words (02:25:39)

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Time to embrace Chaos!

In this episode, we bring you not one but TWO great interviews! From the intoxicating lure of Fantasy Flight’s new Role Playing game of evil intent - Black Crusade, to one of our favourite Black Library Authors - Aaron Dembski-Bowden’s tomes of dark deeds, this episode is blacker than a ninja hiding in coal at night!

Intro & Show News (01:37)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & RHQTV - Game on! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Andrew Russ.

Hobby Update (34:44)

• - GW turns metal into resin? <Link>
• - New Tomb Kings up for pre-order. <Link>
• - Warhammer Storm of Magic on the way. <Link>
• - New Warmachine Warcasters & Jacks for Wrath. <Link>
• - Legion of Everblight Domination Battle Engine preview. <Link>
• - Big boats hit the seas at Spartan Games. <Link>
• - New 40K Tau Empire FAQ updates. <Link>
• - Imperial Guard ride in style at Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Empire reinforcements march forth from Warhammer Forge <Link> <Link>

Games Development: Black Crusade (01:09:22)

• - Ross Watson & Sam Stewart from Fantasy Flight Games join us for an in-depth preview of the latest upcoming offering to the Warhammer 40,000 Roleplay line: “Black Crusade”! We quiz the boys on the games development process for the new line, catch up on recent releases, and find out what goes into writing a game where you play the bad guys!
• - Black Crusade homepage <Link>

Author Interview: Aaron Dembski-Bowden (02:01:16)

• - Rising star on the Black Library team, Aaron Dembski-Bowden joins us for a lengthy chat about his work on the Night Lords novel series, his entries in the Horus Heresy line, as well as a peek behind the curtain at what it’s like working with the rest of the Black Library crew!
• - Aaron Dembski-Bowden’s Blog <Link>

Final Words (02:58:08)

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