Happy Birthday to us!!

World’s End Radio is turning 2, and what better way to celebrate - than with a MASSIVE episode full of hobby goodness! This episode sees us catching up on all of the new rules releases for the Lord of The Rings Strategy Battle Game over the past year, and we review the new forces and add some informed commentary on which choices are worth inclusion in your forces. Matt “Shadowlord” also gives us a primer for running narrative campaigns in the Middle Earth setting, as well as a bunch of other tips that can help with setting up and running campaigns for the other game systems as well.

In addition, we also catch up with the Rankings HQ boys for all the latest on the 2010 European Team Championship, and find out how the home side fared against the best Warhammer generals from accross the globe!

Intro & Show News (01:01)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Kyle Patterson.

Hobby Update (20:54)

• - Warhammer Island of Blood up on advance order. <Link>
• - Warhammer Orcs & Goblins early rumours. <Link>
• - More new Forgeworld Marine early armour marks. <Link>
• - THQ Space Marine sneak peak <Link>

ETC 2010: Event Report (41:32)

• - Andrew Galea and Gav Clarke join us for an in-depth review of the activity that took place at this year’s European Team Championship, and we discuss how the Aussies fared in the mix, as well as a look at the spectacle of both the Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 events.
  

The Lord of the Rings: 2010 Updates (01:22:28)

• - It’s been a full year since we delved into the World of Middle Earth, so we catch up on all of the new models released in that time, and discuss the rules for using them in the Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game.
• - LOTR rules references: <Link>

The Lord of the Rings: Weaving A Narrative (02:15:58)

• - Our look at the new entries for The Lord of the Rings continues, and we delve into the realm of running narative campaigns to link your games together.
  

Final Words (02:48:19)

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We’re back with another helping of Warhammer 8th Edition goodness! In the second part of our new game review, Aaron “Aza” Thompson joins us as we take an in-depth look at army building under the new format, and mull over some of the best options and strategies amongst the 15 primary races in the Warhammer game.

Also - listen in as we announce the winner of JJ’s crazy Rockethammer contest!

Intro & Show News (00:55)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: John Braisby.

Hobby Update (22:41)

• - More new Daemons up on advance order. <Link>
• - Warhammer 8th edition core game FAQ released. <Link>
• - Pre-heresy Marines erupt from the store at Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Alessio Cavatore joins up with the Mantic team? <Link>

New Warhammer 8th Edition: Game Review - Part 3 (41:34)

• - So, just how does one win a game of Rockethammer? We take a look at victory conditions in 8th Edition, as well as how the army building guidelines have changed. Then it’s straight on to an overview of army impacts for each race (alphabetically), from Beastmen through to the Empire!
  

New Warhammer 8th Edition: Game Review - Part 4 (01:20:18)

• - Our look at impacts on 8th edition army building continues with discussions on High Elves - right through to their Woodland cousins. Where does each army fit in the new heirarchy of power? We give our thoughts.
  

Final Words (02:07:46)

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Warhammer 8th Edition - it’s a game release so massive, that we really have no hope of cramming it into merely one episode - so we’re not going to! This episode sees us crack the cover of the new book for the first half of our game review, and we get stuck into all of the tough questions that people have been asking. Is the strategy still there? Has the game we know been treated with a loving touch? We give you the lowdown - “World’s End” style!

Intro & Show News (00:52)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Craig Sniffen (MasterSlowPoke).

Hobby Update (26:13)

• - New Daemons up on advance order. <Link>
• - Warhammer Island of Blood model pics. <Link>
• - Warhammer 8th edition FAQ updates re-released. <Link>
• - 40K Space Marine trailer from E3. <Link>
• - 40K Dark Millenium trailer from E3. <Link>

New Warhammer 8th Edition: Game Review - Part 1 (46:04)

• - We get stuck right into the Warhammer goodness of the new edition with an overview of the new game, the rulebook, and the new impacts on (arguably) the most important phase of the game - movement.
  

New Warhammer 8th Edition: Game Review - Part 2 (01:35:27)

• - The review continues with an in-depth look at the new stuff from the Magic, Shooting, and Close Combat phases of the game.

Final Words (02:38:29)

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This episode, we’re joined once again by Ross Watson - the lead designer for the latest 40K RPG title from Fantasy Flight Games : Deathwatch! We discuss the new game in detail and uncover the epic challenges that lie in store for the warrior Marines of the Ordo Xenos.

Also, we catch up with Gavin Clarke from Irresistible Force & Rankings HQ to chat about the national Australian Masters Warhammer tournament this year, as well as the Australian Warhammer team’s plans for the upcoming European Team Championship!

Intro & Show News (01:20)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Todd Hanson (SniperTodd).

Hobby Update (20:04)

• - Upcoming Warhammer “Island of Blood” box. <Link>
• - New Warhammer templates. <Link>
• - FAQs for Blood Angels & Tyranids available. <Link>
• - Daemon Hunters/Witch Hunters online pdf debacle. <Link>
• - Whispers of Dark Eldar. <Link>
• - Another “Mystery Box” release for 2010?. <Link>

Tournament Spotlight: Australian Masters (50:36)

• - Gavin Clarke gives us the lowdown on what’s happening at the Australian Masters event this year, the building excitement for the Aussie team’s ETC challenge, and some interesting views on what changes the new edition of Warhammer will bring to the tournament scene.

Games Development: Deathwatch (01:23:22)

• - Ross Watson returns to the show, and we pump him mercilessly for all the gory details from the development of the new Deathwatch Roleplaying game from Fantasy Flight Games. We also uncover the existence of an exciting new Space Marine chapter!

Final Words (02:18:46)

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Hitting the battlefields of Warhammer 40,000 everywhere via White Dwarf this month is the new “Spearhead” expansion, allowing you to play special themed games of 40K with special formations of tanks, super heavies and other fun stuff. We take a look at this new game format, as well as discuss some of the more interesting spearhead formations available to each commander.

Also, we open the workshop on another great hobby skills topic - basing your models. Tune in for a truly epic discussion about all the do’s and don’ts to build a fantastic looking foundation for your armies and give your miniatures a great finishing touch.

Intro & Show News (01:01)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Chris Poli.

Hobby Update (23:38)

• - Warhammer 8th Ed goodies available for pre-order. <Link>
• - New Daemons spotted. <Link>
• - Forgeworld unveils Grot tanks! <Link>
• - Ultramarines movie teaser. <Link>
• - New Throne of Skulls GW tournament format. <Link>
• - Rankings HQ announces ETC partnership. <Link>

Warhammer 40,000: Spearhead Expansion Review (59:42)

• - What is Spearhead, and how exactly does it work? We go through this new expansion in detail and chat about just exactly what it brings to the battlefields of the 41st millenium.

Hobby Workshop: Basing Your Models (01:31:25)

• - From cleaning, to positioning, to gluing, to texturing, to painting, and everything in between, this is the ultimate hobby workshop for anyone who wants to get the right finishing touch on their models via the addition of a fantastic looking base.

Final Words (02:39:39)

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We make our return to one of the biggest events of the year on the West Aussie tournament calendar - The 4th annual Sandgroper Cup Blood Bowl tournament! Luke and JJ attend the event to report on the action from the pitch, for another great episode of tournament discussion, player commentary and drama from the stands.

Intro & Show News (01:51)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! & Irresistible Force - Australia’s premier gaming store! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Martin Phillips.

Hobby Update (23:00)

• - GW price “adjustments” announced for late May.
• - New Citadel 2010 catalogue and bases available to order.
• - Eldar & Imperial Guard gear up for preorder.
• - More Daemons on their way for August.
• - War of the Ring FAQ available.
  
• - New Forgeworld Orks, Raven Guard & Imperial Armour 8!

Interview: Drew Lovell & Damien Watson (42:05)

• - Brawl league Commissioner & chief organiser of the Sandgroper Cup tournament, Drew gives us an overview of what new stuff to expect at this year’s event, and Damien from the Ethereal Realmz gaming store down in Albany gives us the low-down on the Bloodbowl and other community activity from the southern region of the state.

Interview: “Sly” Dave Horne & Julian Palmer (01:02:33)

• - Sly Dave and former Sandgroper Cup champion Jules make their return to the show, and we talk about the hillarious events of day 1, as well as discuss some of our favourite Blood Bowl star players.

Interview: Oliver Paun & Chris Polli (Olly & Ecky) (01:25:50)

• - The colourful chaps return for another fun round of trash talk, as well as some great tips on the more common offensive and defensive strategies in your Blood Bowl games.
  

Interview: Liam Tennant (01:48:12)

• - Down to the climactic grand final match, we announce the winner and hear some tales of triumph and woe from the overall weekend!
  

Final Words & Mailbag (02:00:28)

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We have a huge episode lined up for you all this time! Luke is joined by 2 of the WA Warhammer elite in the form of Aaron Thompson and Mark Siford to discuss a swag of new rumours for the hotly anticipated Warhammer 8th edition release, as well as a very special interview with Andrew Galea of Irresistible Force & Rankings HQ fame to chat about his recent exploits at Adepticon and the release of the new “Tournament Overlord” program.

To top it all off, we also launch the first installment of our second series of the very popular Competitor’s Edge segment, and announce the winners of our Blood Bowl Sandgroper Cup team names competition! Enjoy the show!

Intro & Show News (01:10)

• - Episode sponsors: BattleFoam - Protect your army! & Warpuppy - The Miniatures, Games & Hobby House! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Curtis Thompson & Thompson Productions.
• - We announce the winners of our Blood Bowl team names contest!
  

Hobby Update (25:05)

• - New 40K Eldar tanks unveiled. <Link>
• - Dark Eldar spotted for 2011. <Link>
• - Alessio Cavatore exits GW. <Link>
• - Warhammer Ancient Battle 2nd ed released. <Link>
• - Warhammer 8th edition confirmed for June release & latest rumours. <Link>

Hobby Spotlight: Rankings HQ (01:05:58)

• - Andrew Galea from Rankings HQ joins Luke to chat about his awesome experience at the Adepticon Tournament over in the US as well as share some news about Rankings HQ and the new “Tournament Overlord” software.

Competitor’s Edge (A Tournament Player’s Primer) (01:55:58)

• - The begining of series 2 of our ever popular tournaments segment sees us beginning to look at things from a player’s point of view. Why would a hobbyist want to play in a tournament, and what exactly can you get out of it?

Final Words (02:32:20)

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The Blood Angels have descended upon us this month, so we take you though the new codex in detail with what’s new, what’s different, and what’s just plain scary! Couple this with our usual news and general hobby discussion, and you’ve got our next helping of content to see you through the week!

Intro & Show News (00:46)

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

Hobby Update (32:26)

• - New River Trolls & Orc Boar Boys. <Link>
• - Eldar Night Spinner & Imperial Manticore confirmed for June. <Link>
• - LOTR Battlehosts releases on advanced order. <Link>
• - New 40K Daemon Codex FAQ. <Link>
• - Forge World website relaunch & open day news. <Link>
• - Blood Bowl Legendary edition announced. <Link>
• - Fantasy Flight opens the Horus Heresy rulebook. <Link>

New 40K Codex: Blood Angels Review - Part 1 (01:02:46)

• - Our review commences wity a detailed exploration of the overall army, as well as the core HQ and Troop options.
  

New 40K Codex: Blood Angels Review - Part 2 (01:44:20)

• - Our discussion continues with reviews of the Elite, Fast Attack & Heavy Support options for the army, as well as our closing thoughts on the book.

Final Words (02:23:33)

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What’s over 8 feet tall and struts around blowing away alien invaders nobody’s business? The stars of the awesome upcoming new title in the Fantasy Flight Games 40K roleplay range - that’s what!

Ross Watson & Sam Stewart from the Fantasy Flight Games development team join us for this episode as we discuss all things Games Workshop at Fantasy Flight. From the upcoming Horus Heresy board game, to the awesome worlds being unveiled in the 40K roleplaying line, we give you (and us!) even more reasons to add to your ever expanding personal games collections!

Intro & Show News (00:54)

• - Episode sponsor: BattleFoam - Protect your army! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (20:11)

• - New 40K “Honoured Imperium” terrain. <Link>
• - More 40K release rumours for June. <Link>
• - New Orks & other goodies from Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Black Library online relaunches. <Link>
• - Ultramarines Movie updates. <Link>

Fantasy Flight Games Interview: Part 1 (39:13)

• - Ross Watson & Sam Stewart chat to us about what it’s like “living the dream” in games development, as well as their experiences with the upcoming new Horus Heresy Board game.

Fantasy Flight Games Interview: Part 2 (58:52)

• - We continue with Ross & Sam as they give us the low-down on what exciting stuff is happening in the worlds of 40K Roleplay, as well as a preview of the upcoming Deathwatch title!

Final Words & Mailbag (01:23:01)

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The new Battle Missions expansion for Warhammer 40,000 has arrived, so this episode we delve under the cover to see what new ways of waging war have been cooked up for the armies of the 41st millenium. We also wrap up the Tournament Organiser’s perspective part of our Competitor’s Edge series - with a big finish!

Also, this episode includes the announcement of a new listener contest for some cool Blood Bowl swag. Check it out!

Intro & Show News (01:42)

• - Episode sponsor: BattleFoam - Protect your army! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (34:44)

• - New Blood Angels on advance order. <Link>
• - Codex: Blood Angels content sighted. <Link>
• - New core 40K & Warhammer Skaven FAQs. <40K Link> <Skaven Link>
• - More Orcs & Goblins incoming for May. <Link>
• - More Guard & Ork goodness from Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Fantasy Fight announces Deathwatch 40K RPG. <Link>

Warhammer 40,000: Battle Missions Expansion Review (01:09:09)

• - Is the new Battle Missions expansion the missing link for 40K gamers? Is it everything the players have been hoping for to add some much needed variety to their games? We discuss all this and more.

Competitor’s Edge (The Big Finish) (01:53:01)

• - In the final installment of this series of our regular tournaments segment, we chat about how to create a big finish at your event, as well as some tips and tricks to make the final presentation a memorable one.

Final Words (02:40:45)

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World’s End regular Michael Basc joins us this episode as we make a long awaited return to the dark depths of the Necromunda underhive. We talk about how campaigns work in this great specialist game system, as well as some of the more Outlandish denizens that reside in the deadly lower reaches.

Make sure you check out part #1 of our Necromunda game coverage back in episode #17 as well!

Intro & Show News (01:01)

• - Episode sponsor: BattleFoam - Protect your army! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Dan Alexander.

Hobby Update (21:41)

• - Warhammer 8th edition speculation & rumour dump. <Link>
• - 40K Battle Missions models revealed. <Link>
• - Incoming: War of the Ring Battlehosts supplement. <Link>
• - New Dawn of War: Chaos Rising trailer. <Link>

Necromunda: Campaigns Overview (44:13)

• - Necromunda really comes to life with it’s detailed and vibrant campaign system. We explain how it all works and some ideas for getting the most out of your journey through the extended game.
  

Necromunda: Outlander Gangs (01:17:32)

• - We chat about the extra gangs featured in the original “Outlanders” supplement or available as downloads, and explain just what it means to go “Outlaw”!

Final Words & Mailbag (01:50:12)

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The forests of the Old World quake in fear as the Beastmen emerge once again! We have a huge episode for you all this time - Ultimate Warhammer Champion Aaron Thompson joins us for an in-depth review of the new Warhammer Armies: Beastmen book, including tips & strategies for army selections and how to get the most out of the savage herd.

If that wasn’t enough, we also get Trent Denison on the line to chat about how he won the biggest Warhammer Tournament in the history of Australia, and his thoughts on how the new Skaven army are performing on the table. Enjoy!

Intro & Show News (01:02)

• - Episode sponsor: BattleFoam - Protect your army! (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Dogcon 2010 wrap-up & interview.
  

Hobby Update (34:05)

• - More info on model releases for Battle Missions. <Link>
• - Blood Angels rumour dump - Mephiston, Dante, Librarian Dreads, Death company and more! <Link> <Link> <Link>
• - Warhammer 40,000 MMO unveiling? <Link>
• - Prospero Burns release delay & Dan Abnett health scare. <Link>

New Warhammer Armies: Beastmen Review - Part 1 (48:45)

• - Part 1 of our new army review has us musing about the Beastmen model range, as well as the overall new army rule changes, the Lore of the Wild, and the Beastmen Character selections.
  

New Warhammer Armies: Beastmen Review - Part 2 (01:23:43)

• - The Beastmen units are the next under the spotlight as we chat about all manner of monsters that have been added to the bestial hordes, as well as our closing thoughts on the power level of the list.

Final Words & Mailbag (02:13:44)

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There’s nowhere to run, there’s nowhere to hide… Shelter yourselves from the wrath of the Hive Mind! Yes, that’s right - the new Warhammer 40,000 Tyranids are here and this episode has us giving you all the news on what nightmare creatures you can now expect to find infesting the battlefields of the 41st millenium!

And speaking of nightmares - has JJ finally met his match in the form of a listener shout-out challenge? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Intro & Show News (01:46)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Val Cassotta

Hobby Update (24:15)

• - New Beastmen up for pre-order. <Link>
• - Codex Space Wolves FAQ news. <Link>
• - 40K Battle Missions model release schedule. <Link>
• - Whisperings of Blood Angels. <Link> <Link>
• - Upcoming The Lord of the Rings releases. <Link>
• - Forgeworld “Tauros Venator” & 2010 catalogue. <Link>
• - The Sandgoper Cup #4 Blood Bowl tournament! <Link>

New 40K Codex: Tyranids Review - Part 1 (59:17)

• - We begin our review by taking a look at the new Tyranid model range, as well as the army special rules and new psychic powers at the disposal of the Hive Mind.
  

New 40K Codex: Tyranids Review - Part 2 (01:26:44)

• - Our Tyranid coverage continues with a detailed overview of all of the various organisms at the command of the Great Devourer, from the lowest Ripper to the mightiest Trygon!

Final Words (02:23:53)

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Happy new year! It’s time to get those Christmas additions to your army up and ready, so we give you the low-down on cleaning, prepping and priming those new models you want to get painted and into action. This episode also sees us taking a retrospective look at the Games Workshop Hobby of 2009, to see what was great and what wasn’t, as well as our favourite picks of the bunch!

Intro & Show News (01:16)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Paul Dixon.

Hobby Update (28:26)

• - GW 2010 preview snippets. <Link>
• - 40K Battle Missions Book. <Link>
• - Blood Bowl Living Rulebook #6 Release… Or Is It? <Link>
• - New Forgeworld Venerable Dreads, Ork Mekboy & IA Apocalypse 2. <Link>
• - Black Library Horus Heresy Novel Previews. <Link>
• - New Horus Heresy Board Game. <Link>
• - New Warhammer Invasion Assault On Ulthuan. <Link>
• - Ultramarines Movie Development Details. <Link>

Hobby Workshop: Model Cleaning & Prep (53:10)

• - A detailed overview of all of the skills & techniques required to get your plastic & metal models out of the packs and prepared for the loving caress of a paint brush!

2009 GW Hobby Retrospective (01:51:22)

• - What were GW’s big successes this year, and which models should be better forgotten? We take a look back at the hobby of 2009 and provide commentary on the releases and events that shaped the year.

Final Words (02:28:22)

• - Model basing… Does size really matter?

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The verminous hordes have been unleashed! In this episode we crack open the new Warhammer Armies Skaven book and reveal what foul rat-things lurk within, waiting to transform your games of fantasy battle. Aside from our revelations on all things rat-men, we also update you on the latest news & happenings in the GW hobby world, as well as what the hosts have been up to. Run for your lives - the Skaven are here!

Intro & Show News (02:02)

Hobby Update (29:20)

• - New Tyranids for January. <Link>
• - Legion of the Damned on pre-order. <Link>
• - Warhammer Invasion LCG expansions.
• - New images from the upcoming 40K MMO.
• - Dawn of War 2: Chaos Rising details emerge.
• - Blood Bowl online World Cup.

New Warhammer Armies: Skaven Review - Part 1 (49:46)

• - Our Skaven review commences with an overview of the new army book & model range, as well as the various characters available to command your skittering horde.
  

New Warhammer Armies: Skaven Review - Part 2 (01:28:28)

• - We continue with the low-down on all of the troops available to Skaven generals, including their bizzare and incredibly (self) destructive warpstone fueled engines of doom!

Final Words (02:03:00)

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Never fear - the End is here! We return with a blast as we cover the two most prestigious events of the Western Australian tournament calendar - the 2009 WestGamer Ultimate Tournaments! Whilst at the event this year we return to our regular schedule of hobby goodness, as well as detailed discussions on the state of the Warhammer Fantasy & 40K game systems, and topical considerations for both games in today’s competitive tournament environments. Enjoy!

Intro & Show News (01:09)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Val Cassotta

Hobby Update (23:57)

• - Warhammer Beastmen incoming. <Link>
• - 2010 Games Day Chaos Sorcerer. <Link>
• - New Forgeworld Lord of Change. <Link>
• - GW goes WW2 in 2010?
  
• - Dark Elves released for Bloodbowl on PC. <Link>
• - Ultramarines Movie screenwriter announcment. <Link>
• - GW legal clampdown.
  

Ultimate Warhammer Army Composition (55:33)

• - A detailed overview of the Ultimate Warhammer Tiered composition system, including its positive impacts on a competitive event, and how to make it work for other Warhammer Fantasy tournaments.

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Event Operations) (01:16:07)

• - In this installment of our regular tournaments segment, we look at what exactly it takes to run a successful competitive event on the day itself, as well as discuss the roles of the event judges & referees.
• - “Overlord” tournament managment program. <Link>

Final Words (01:42:52)

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The Sons of Russ are back! This episode sees us lift the cover and devour the contents of the new Codex: Space Wolves for Warhammer 40,000. We explore all of the new tips & tricks offered by this Marine force, as well as a host of other news tidbits and goings-on in the GW hobby world. Local hobby veteran Michael Basc joins us once again for this 3 hour monster episode!

Intro & Show News (01:19)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Simon Harris

Hobby Update (33:27)

• - Official Space Hulk Q&A. <Link>
• - Special Edition White Dwarf subscriber’s mini. <Link>
• - Dawn of War 2: Chaos Rising teaser clip. <Link>
• - More Forgeworld previews from UK Games Day. <Link>
• - New Warhammer Skaven on pre-order. <Link>

New 40K Codex: Space Wolves Review - Part 1 (01:09:20)

• - We kick of the Codex review by looking at the new army wide rules, as well as the core elements included in your Space Wolf armies - the HQ and Troop options.
  

New 40K Codex: Space Wolves Review - Part 2 (01:53:53)

• - Our review continues with discussion on the Elite, Fast Attack & Heavy Support elements of the army, as well as some solid options for your army lists and some food for thought on how to use them!

Final Words & Mailbag (02:34:18)

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We have another live recording for you this week, as we cover all of the action from the Outpost 6030 Warhammer “Skulls” tournament! Recorded over the 2 days of the event, we cram in as much Fantasy Battle goodness as we can manage with a bunch of interviews with players at the tournament, covering the latest & greatest in the world of Warhammer.

Intro & Event Discussion (01:05)

• - Luke sits down to chat to local Warhammer Veterans Aaron Thompson & Mark Siford about their armies at the event, as well as thoughts on a range of Warhammer Tournament topics from army composition scoring to player mindset.
• - Listener “shout-out”: Simon Harris.

Event Discussion Continued (30:11)

• - Next up is an interview with Christian Polson-Brown & Scott Biss on the topics of hard to use armies and how the new Lizardmen book is faring in the competitive environment.

Hobby Update (49:02)

• - Local hobby fanatics Nathan “Ratt” Gall & Michael Kurgan join Luke as we dig up the best news of recent weeks, including:
• - 40K Tyranids incoming for 2010. <Link>
• - 40K Imperial Guard Elysian buggy spotted at Games Day UK. <Link>
• - New Tau battlesuits. <Link>
• - Ultramarines 40K movie in the making…. <Link>

Winner’s Debrief & Final Words (01:12:43)

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This week, we pack up the studio and hit the road up to one of Perth’s biggest & best tabletop wargaming clubs - Outpost 6030!

We have loads of guest interviews as we explore the background of the club, what’s contributed to its success, as well as plenty of helpful tips & advice for getting started with your own wargaming club.

Intro & Show News (01:09)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Heather Mars - Marsbarn Dice Bags.

Hobby Update (16:39)

• - Imperial Guard FAQ release. <Link>
• - Loads more Forgeworld Ork releases. <Link>
• - Space Wolves on advance order. <Link>
• - Incoming Lord of the Rings forces of Evil models. <Link>
• - New GW hobby & basing bits. <Link>
• - Dawn of War 2 expansion confirmed. <Link>

Founding a Games Club (40:16)

• - We interview Dave Capon about his involvement in the founding of Outpost 6030, as well as the trials & tribulations that can be faced when trying to get any new gaming club up off the gound.

Gaming Club Operations (01:07:20)

• - A good long chat with Adrian Scott, the current President of Outpost 6030 - about everything to do with club committees, budgeting, communicating with your members, and still finding the time to play some games there yourself!

Final Words (01:38:35)

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This episode has us lifting the lid on the latest expansion for Warhammer 40,000: “Planetary Empires!” We check out all the set has to offer us and discuss ways for incorporating the system into your games of 40K. In addition, we take a stroll through a range of different ways you can run gaming campaigns for your favourite core systems, as well as tips on what works well - and common campaigning pitfalls to avoid!

Intro & Show News (01:13)

Hobby Update (18:38)

• - Space Hulk is revealed! <Link>
• - New Warhammer Skaven images. <Link>
• - Forgeworld Ork releases. <Link>
• - GW twitter feed. <Link>

Planetary Empires: 40K Expansion Review (44:51)

• - Full of hex-tile goodness, Planetary Empires is the latest way you can spice up your games of 40K by linking them into a simple map campaign. We take a look at the new set, compare it to its Warhammer equivalent “Mighty Empires,” and discuss some good ways to put it to use.
• <Planetary Empires Strategy Cards>

Campaigns In Miniature Wargaming (01:28:05)

• - Our guide to all sorts of campaign types you can play with in any of the GW core games. We discuss what works well, and provide some inspiration for getting one started yourself.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:54:10)

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Happy Birthday to us! It’s 1 year in for the show - and to celebrate, we have a gargantuan installment of hobby goodness for you to explore.

In this episode we discuss the concept of mind games that can be used to “psyche-out” your opponent and gain the psychological upper hand, as well as exploring the positive mindset of what exactly it is that makes winners mentally tick. We also take a look back over some of our highlights of the past 12 months, and reveal some of our plans of what’s yet to come!

Intro & Show News (02:48)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Andrew Baranyai (”HunterB”).

Hobby Update (23:23)

• - Warhammer European Team championship coverage & results. <Link> <Oz Team Video Blog>
• - Forgeworld new Siege of Vraks 3 book & Space Marine decals. <Link>
• - New named Ringwraiths spotted. <Link>
• - Warhammer Skaven coming in November. <Link>
• - The GW September “Mystery Box”. <Link>

Competitive Mind Games (44:50)

• - In the battle of wits that is tabletop wargaming, players will often seek to dominate their opponents on the mental playing field through effective use of a good ol’ Psyche-Out! We discuss ways to engage your enemy in some of these mind games, and discuss how this art fits into the gaming culture.
  

A Winning Psychology (01:14:01)

• - What makes the difference up top when it comes to our most talented battlefield generals? We give you a guide as to some ways you can untap your hidden mental potential and take control of a winning mindset.

World’s End Radio: Year #1 Retrospective (01:36:00)

• - A look back at some of our year #1 memorable moments, what we’ve learned along the way, and what’s yet to come!

Final Words & Mailbag (02:13:49)

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Dust off your helmet and strap on those spiked gloves as we hit the pitch to chat about one of this year’s biggest PC game releases for GW hobbyists - Blood Bowl! In addition to our detailed review of this great game, we also have our regular news, hobby happenings & the next installment of “competitor’s edge” for all of you budding tournament organisers. Get ready for a “bloody” good listen!

Intro & Show News (01:29)

• - Episode sponsor: TerranScapes. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Mike “Mikey” Waine.

Hobby Update (18:58)

• - Warhammer Orc “Azhag The Slaughterer” preview. <Link>
• - Imperial Guard Sgt. Harker preview. <Link>
• - 40K Space Wolf rumblings <Link>
• - Forgeworld new Ork Halftrakk & decals. <Link>
• - GW Blog & White Dwarf Archive. <Link>
• - Army Builder 3.2 upcoming release. <Link>

Blood Bowl On PC: New Game Review (35:38)

• - We give one of the year’s most anticipated game releases a good looking over, and tell you what you need to know in order to come to grips with this Specialist Game classic made digital.
  

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Preparation & Promotion) (01:20:22)

• - In this installment of our popular tournament segment, we cover a range of tips for budding tournament organisers when it comes to planning & promoting your event - from picking dates, to venues, to players packs and just getting people in the door!

Final Words & Mailbag (01:50:23)

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It’s a return to our regular panel of hosts this week as we dig our teeth into the new Planetstrike expansion for Warhammer 40,000. In addition, we make a massive announcement for dedicated listeners of the show as we launch our new “Planet Killers” online community & forums!

Intro & Show News (01:07)

• - Listener “shout-out”: Chris Engler from “Wapcaplets” & the “Battlegrounds” gaming store.

Hobby Update (22:33)

• - Fantasy Flight Games announces Warhammer “Invasion” Card Game. <Link>
• - New Lizardmen FAQ up on the GW site. <Link>
• - Upcoming GW Painting releases. <Link>
• - Dawn of War 2 “There is Only War” Patch. <Link>

40K Planetstrike: Expansion Review (38:17)

• - A new style of battle drops onto the wartorn fields of the 40K universe this month. So what’s it all about? We open the cover on this new book and give you the lowdown.

Forces of Global Destruction (01:21:30)

• - A look at what deadly strategems each 40K race has to play with in the new Planetstrike games, as well as some of our top unit choices for bringing death to your foes from the skies.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:52:24)

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With Luke away on “new daddy duty” this fortnight, JJ forges ahead with the assistance of local hobby veteran Mike Basc to chat about all things related to using Forge World models and other resin kits in your armies. In addition to discussing a range of tips & tricks for working with resin models, the lads also cover the differences between using Imperial Armour figures in games of Apocalypse, and standard Warhammer 40,000 battles.

Intro & Show News (01:09)

• - Episode sponsor: TerranScapes. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (10:31)

• - Blood Bowl for PC online launch!!!. <Link>
• - New 40K Battlescape terrain piece. <Link>
• - Incoming Ork Battlewagon accessories. <Link>
• - Colonel “Iron Hand” Straken & Imperial Tank sneak peeks. <Link>
• - Chaos Renegade Heavy Stubber team from Forgeworld. <Link>

Hobby Workshop: Working with Resin (26:31)

• - Whether it be adding custom bases to your figures or assembling a monstrous Imperial Titan - we give you the lowdown on how to work with resin models, as well as some of the tips, tools & common pitfalls to be aware of.

Gaming with the Big Guns (59:33)

• - We look at the differences between using Imperial Armour models in standard games of 40K compared to 40K: Apocalypse, and discuss some of our favourites entries for each style of play.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:29:26)

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This episode we’re joined once again by Matt “Shadowlord” to discuss the ins and outs of the new incarnation of the Lord of the Rings game: “War of the Ring”. We discuss the new rules in detail, and give you a rundown of some of our top picks for waging epic scale battles across the lands of Tolkien’s fantasy realm. Let the Middle Earth massacre commence!

Intro & Show News (01:36)

• - Episode sponsors: Irresistible Force. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (23:22)

• - Extended Space Marine computer game trailer. <Link>
• - New 40K buildings & other Planetstrike goodies up for pre-order. <Link>
• - Planetstrike book details emerge. <Link>
• - Forgeworld Imperial Aircraft releases. <Link>
• - New Citadel brushes. <Link>

War of the Ring: Game Review (50:45)

• - We give a high level overview of the new system, as well as discussing how it fits into the existing LOTR range and a rundown of the game mechanics in detail.

War of the Ring: Armies of Middle Earth (01:35:22)

• - We explore the changes that the new game has made to the Lord of the Rings hobby, and go through some of our top picks from each army in the range.

Final Words (02:18:18)

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We dive into the deep end this week to tackle the “Immovable Object” of much controversy in Games Workshop tournaments: Army Composition! We also catch up with Andrew Galea from Irresistible Force to chat about the National Tournament Rankings, the Australian Team Championships, and a bunch of other stuff they have going on over on the east coast. We also put an old paradox to the test… What happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Intro & Show News (01:02)

• - Episode sponsors: Irresistible Force & TerranScapes. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Robert Likins.

Hobby Update (22:12)

• - Space Marine computer game footage teaser. <Link>
• - Imperial Guard Hellhound preview. <Link>
• - Imperial Guard Demolisher preview. <Link>
• - New Imperial Guard Cities of Death Strategems. <Link>
• - 40K Planetary Empires preview. <Link>
• - Upcoming “Chaos in the Old World” Board Game. <Link>

Hobby Spotlight: Irresistible Force (42:07)

• - Andrew Galea from Irresistible Force Games & Hobbies joins us to chat about some of the wonderful work they’ve got going on over on the Australian East Coast, including the National Tournament Rankings, the Australian Team Championship, and the “Army Tiers” approach to composition scoring.

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Scoring, Part 3) (01:19:25)

• - In the next installment of overviews of the common scoring categories at events, we take an in depth look at the difficult topic of “Army Composition”.

Final Words (02:16:48)

• - We announce the winner of our Terranscapes contest!

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One of the biggest events of the year on the West Aussie tournament calendar has arrived - The Sandgroper Cup Blood Bowl tournament! Luke and JJ attend the event to report on the action from the pitch, for a great episode of tournament discussion, player commentary and drama from the stands. Also featuring our usual Hobby Updates, and we announce the winners of our Nick Kyme contest!

Intro & Show News (01:23)

• - Episode sponsors: Irresistible Force. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Brian Kvitko & the “Eastern Fringe” website. <Link>
• - We announce the winners of our Nick Kyme contest!
  

Hobby Update (23:52)

• - Upcoming Warhammer Empire & Scenery releases. <Link>
• - New LOTR Galadhrim Elves. <Link>
• - 40K Planetstrike release schedule. <Link>
• - Dawn of War 2 updates. <Link>

Interview: Drew Lovell (44:46)

• - Brawl league Commissioner & chief organiser of the Sandgroper Cup tournament, Drew gives us an overview of what went into the planning of this year’s event and gives a wrapup report on the state of the league - and what the next BRAWL season will bring.

Interview: Oliver Paun & Chris Polli (Olly & Ecky) (01:24:59)

• - Rampant trash talkers and colourful personalities alike, we chat with Olly & Ecky about the culture of the West Aussie BRAWL league and go through some tips for speeding up your Blood Bowl game play.

Interview: Julian Palmer & Morgan Richards (01:24:59)

• -Jules and Morgs have certainly proven themselves as able coaches by winning the previous Sandgroper Cup tournament and BRAWL league respectively. We pick their brains on some of the advanced Blood Bowl plays that can win you games in a highly competitive environment.
  

Interview: Dave Capon (01:24:59)

• - Our BRAWL league commissioner of “Bribery & Corruption” opens up his little black book on the dastardly schemes of the season 4 players, and we discuss a number of the other variants to the Blood Bowl game.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:57:27)

• - We chat with the winner of the cup and respond to more listener mail.

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The Imperial Guard have arrived! As the human legions of the Emperor roll out, we take an in depth look at what this new codex has to offer, as well as the potential nastiness that the enemies of mankind will look forward to facing. This and more of our usual hobby updates and community activity, as well as announcing yet another new contest!

Intro & Show News (01:23)

• - Episode sponsors: Irresistible Force & TerranScapes. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Listener “shout-out”: Pete Dunn & the New Zealand “Fields of Blood” tournament. <Link> <E-mail>

Hobby Update (23:52)

• - GW Planetstrike promo video. <Link>
• - New 40K Planetstrike Terrain images. <Link>
• - Space Marine Ironclad Dreadnought. <Link>
• - Forthcoming Chaos releases from Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Australian Team Championships (ATC) event. <Link>

New 40K Codex: Imperial Guard Review - “Grunts” (44:46)

• - We discuss the fantastic new army list for the legions of mankind, starting with the Infantry portions of the force & what new tricks they bring to the 40K scene.

New 40K Codex: Imperial Guard Review - “Guns” (01:24:59)

• - Our new codex coverage continues with the big guns, the hammers of the Emperor - the tanks of the Imperial Guard!

Final Words (01:56:03)

• - We announce yet another new contest for our listeners!

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Time for something a little different this week! Welcome to our first mailbag special. This is a bonus episode sitting outside of our usual “numbered” episodes, and so we’ve taken the opportunity to answer some of our ever burgeoning pile of e-mail and also chat about some other areas of our gaming hobby outside of the GW game range. To this end we give you a detailed overview of a couple of our favourites, the dungeon bashing parody card game “Munchkin” and the colony building board game “Settlers of Catan”.

Hope you enjoy the show, and we’ll be back with our next regular episode in just 1 week from now!

Intro & Mail (00:33)

Games Night & Munchkin (27:25)

• - Board Game Geek <Link>
• - Munchkin game official site <Link>

Settlers of Catan (58:28)

• - Settlers of Catan official game site <Link>

More Mail & Final Words (01:28:34)

• - Chaos Cultist fan fiction story <Link>
• - GW Blood Bowl Rules & Resources <Link>
• - Printable Blood Bowl pitches <Link>
• - Blood Bowl fan forums: <Ausbowl Link> <Talk Blood Bowl Link> <NAF Link>
• - BRAWL league website.
• - WestGamer Forums <Link>

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It’s time to journey into the dark depths of Hive Primus as we commence our coverage of the Games Workshop gang fighting skirmish game - Necromunda! We also touch base with Drew Lovell from the WA BRAWL Blood Bowl league for an update on the forthcoming action of the Sandgroper Cup tournament, and what goes into running such an event for the bloodthirsty sports fans!

In addition, we announce the winners of our Dawn of War 2 contest - and give listeners a new chance to pick up some recently released swag from the Black Library! Happy Easter everyone!

Intro & Show News (01:33)

• - Episode sponsor: Irresistible Force. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - Warpuppy Warhammer Video Diaries <Link>
  

Hobby Update (28:50)

• - New Blood Bowl computer game site goes live! <Link>
• - Blood Bowl Beta test announcement. <Link>
• - Space Marine Vulkan Hestan model & Planetstrike cover. <Link>
• - Planetstrike release rumblings. <Link>
• - New images from Forge World Open Day 2009. <Link>

Necromunda: Game Overview (51:24)

• - In our first look at this fantastic GW Specialist Game, we give a game overview and go through how battles in the underhive are fought.
  

Blood Bowl Tournaments & the Sandgroper Cup (01:24:59)

• - We chat to our local Blood Bowl BRAWL league commissioner Drew Lovell about the upcoming Sandgroper Cup 3 tournament, as well as Blood Bowl tournaments in general.
• - The Sandgroper Cup official website & BRAWL league website.
  

Final Words (01:51:54)

• - We announce the winners of our massive Dawn of War 2 contest, and announce a new listener contest as well!

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In addition to our usual news & shenadigans, in this episode we are joined by Black Library writer Nick Kyme to talk about his latest Warhammer & 40K novels, as well as to chat about what it’s generally like to write for the Black Library.

We would also like to take the opportunity to welcome our newest sponsor to the show - TerranScapes Tabletop Terrain!

Intro & Show News (00:58)

• - Episode sponsors: Irresistible Force & TerranScapes. (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (26:51)

• - New War of the Ring roster generator from the Last Alliance forum. <Link>
• - 40K Imperial Guard rumour roundup. <Link>
• - Updated Space Hulk re-release chatter. <Link>

Nick Kyme Interview: Part 1 (49:03)

• - Nick gives us an overview on his writing exploits and then we chat in detail about his new Dwarf centric Warhammer Fantasy story “Honourkeeper”.
  

Intermission (01:12:01)

• - “Kiss My Axe & Drink My Beer” by Blue Oyster Cult & the Mythic crew. Download here.

Nick Kyme Interview: Part 2 (01:15:47)

• - We continue our interview as Nick chats about his upcoming 40K novel “Salamander”, and reveals what it’s like writing for the Black Library.
• Nick Kyme’s official website.
  

Final Words (01:45:02)

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With the recent release of the fantastic new “Dawn of War 2″ computer game, in this episode we give it a test run and give you a detailed overview of what to expect. In addition we see the return of “Competitor’s Edge”, where we discuss the finer points of painting and sportsmanship scoring at tournaments.

Be sure to listen out for details of our massive new Dawn of War 2 contest!

We would also like to take the opportunity to welcome a new sponsor to the show - Irresistible Force Miniature Games & Hobbies!

Intro & Show News (01:09)

Hobby Update (16:47)

• - Games Workshop Imperial Guard previews. <Link>
• - New 40K Apocalypse datasheets. <Link>
• - LOTR War of the Ring advance orders & release dates. <Link>
• - New Lord of the Rings data files for Army Builder. <Link>

Dawn of War 2: Game Review (33:39)

• - We give this great new computer game a test run and discuss how exactly the single player campaign and the multiplayer mode works. We also announce a fantastic new contest!
  

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Scoring, Part 2) (01:10:02)

• - We continue our overview of the common scoring categories at events and delve into “Painting” and “Sportsmanship” in more detail.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:43:49)

• - A new gauntlet is thrown!

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In this episode, we open the book on “LoreHammer” - the art of knowldege when it comes to the background and story aspects of the GW tabletop hobby. In addition, we open the files on some of the most intriguing conspiracies in the histories of each game setting’s realms.

Intro & Show News (00:58)

• - Episode sponsor: Rob Langford (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)

Hobby Update (17:58)

• - Dawn of War 2 launches. <Link>
• - Imperial Guard Codex summary sheet & new models. <Codex Summary Link> <Models Link>
• - New Warhammer plastics revealed. <Link>
• - Warhammer Warriors of Chaos FAQ. <Link>
• - War of the Ring gameplay details confirmed. <Link>
• - Warhammer Online “Call to Arms” month. <Link>

Hobby Lore & “Fluff” (50:41)

• - What is “fluff”? We look at the impact on game background material on everyone’s hobby and chat about some of our favourite bits of lore from each core system setting.

GW Universe Conspiracy Theories (01:16:48)

• - We discuss the concept of “conspiracy theories” in the lore of each game universe and investigate a few of the better known ones ourselves.
  

Final Words & Mailbag (01:40:12)

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And we’re back! Despite a slight delay this week, we have our longest show ever for you - clocking in at just under 3 hours! This fortnight we’re chock full of hobby goodness, including tons of news and a detailed overview of the new Warhammer Armies: Lizardmen book. Enjoy.

Intro & Show News (00:59)

• - Episode sponsor: Mark Morrison <Melbourne 2009 40K Link> (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
• - “ShaveBowl” charity fundraiser announcement. <Link>

Hobby Update (49:58)

• - Warhammer Lizardmen launch releases. <Link>
• - New GW Dark Elf FAQ. <Link>
• - Incoming Imperial Guard Plastic Valkyrie. <Link>
• - New Forgeworld Brass Scorpion. <Link>
• - Upcoming “War of the Ring” new model pics. <Link>
• - Warhammer Online live events. <Link>
• - Dawn of War 2 multiplayer beta & real size Rhino video. <Beta Link> <Rhino Link>
• - Blood Bowl computer game news & trailers. <Link>

New Warhammer Armies: Lizardmen Review (01:28:02)

• - We discuss the new army book for these reptillian creatures and what impact their new list will have on the Warhammer scene.

Final Words & Mailbag (02:41:03)

• - WRN contest winners announced!

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World’s End Radio is on the road! This episode is recorded on location at Sydney’s premier Warhammer event - Dogcon! It’s 2 of the Wargamers Radio Network shows together for the first time as we team up with the crew from Podhammer at the biggest fantasy battle tournament in the country. Let the mayhem begin!!

* Special note: This is the first half of our combined World’s End Radio / Podhammer coverage of the Dogcon event. For part 2 - be sure to check out the next episode of Podhammer at www.podhammer.net as the action continues!

Intro & Show News (01:06)

• - Episode sponsor: Tom Suggett (For details on how to sponsor an episode, check out the “Show Support” page here.)
  

Hobby Update (16:54)

• - 2009 Q1 new releases.
• - “War of the Ring” Youtube teaser. <Link>
• - New Forgeworld “Hounds of Xzaphan” & Red Scorpions vehicle icons. <Link>
• - Warhammer core rules FAQ part 2 released. <Link>

Dogcon Prep & Army Lists (34:50)

• - An overview of the 3 armies that the World Ender’s team are taking to the main event, as well as the thoughts behind their design.
  

World’s End Radio Vs Podhammer (01:22:46)

• - It’s the showdown we’ve been building towards for months! The crew from both shows get stuck in and give a detailed overview of the events of Dogcon Day #1 - the teams tournament.
  

Final Words (02:06:46)

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Happy new year everyone! To kick-start 2009 this episode we delve into the “gamer’s toolbox” and chat about a wide variety of handy devices you can use to make your games easier and more enjoyable. We enlighten everyone with what’s in store this year on your personal “hobbyscope”, and we announce the winner of our “Mechanicum” listener’s contest!

Intro & Show News (01:19)

Your 2009 “Hobbyscope” (30:50)

Hobby Update (32:53)

• - New Ork Stompa revealed. <Link>
• - Janu-WAAAGH-ry hits Games Workshop. <Link>
• - Dark Elf Collector’s Range models.
• - War of the Ring White Dwarf update.
• - Sandgroper Cup #3 Bloodbowl tournament announced! <Link>

The Gamer’s Toolbox (54:39)

• - There are many handy tools and devices that hobbyists can make use of to aid in gameplay. We explore some of the bits & pieces that can be used for general gaming, and for each of the 3 core GW systems. <Chessex Link> <Gale Force 9 Link>

Final Words & Mailbag (01:41:23)

• - “Mechanicum” contest winner announced!
• - DogCon recording schedule.
  

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We have a truly epic holiday sized episode in store for you this week - coming in at well over 2 and a half hours long! Within this monster we continue with the second part of our Battlefleet Gothic game coverage and delve into more detail on the various fleets used in the game. We also chat about Special Characters, and we have a good look over the last year and what the future of 2009 has in store for us. Merry Christmas everyone, and have a great new years!

Intro & Show News (00:55)

• - Wargamers Radio Network contest announced!

Hobby Update (21:06)

• - Inquisitor Lord “Hector Rex” from Forgeworld. <Link>
• - Warhammer Online “Keg End” live event. <Link>
• - Plastic Shadowsword tank incoming. <Link>
• - 2009 Imperial Guard rumours. <Link>

Battlefleet Gothic: Fleets of the 41st Millenium (34:15)

• - In part 2 of our BFG coverage, we delve into the advanced rules of the game, as well as a detailed overview of each of the strengths & weaknesses of the main fleets. <Port Maw Link>

Special Characters (01:18:32)

• - An overview of Special Characters in the core game systems, what impact they have had on each of them, how their use has evolved over time, and some of our favourites!
  

A 2008 Hobby Retrospective (02:01:03)

• - It’s been a huge year in the hobby in 2008, so we cast our minds back to some of our favourite moments, fondest memories, and what we’re looking forward to in ‘09!

Final Words & Mailbag (02:22:08)

• - “Mechanicum” contest news.

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After a fairly heavy last few months of tournament activity, we take some time out this week to play some games of the fantastic GW Specialist Game - Battlefleet Gothic! This episode sees the first part of our coverage of this great system, as well as our usual features and assorted hobby discussion. Brace for impact!

Intro & Show News (01:00)

Hobby Update (33:31)

• - Collectors range Orcs. <Link>
• - Collectors range Sartosans. <Link>
• - “War of the Ring” teaser & rumours. <Link>
• - Forgeworld price decrease. <Link>
• - Massive Australian hobby events for January! <Dogcon Link> <Cancon Link> <Arcanacon Link>

Battlefleet Gothic: Game Overview (51:59)

• - An overview of the Battlefleet setting as well as how the basic game is played. <BFG Resources Link>

Final Words & Mailbag (01:38:26)

• - We announce a new contest for our listeners!

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Part 2 of our mega “Ultimate” fortnight brings us back to cover the WestGamer Ultimate Warhammer 40,000 tournament! Get set for another helping of tournament discussion, player commentary and action from the front lines!

Intro (01:06)

Player interview: Brendan Dee (14:21)

Ultimate 40K Overview & 5th Edition Tournaments (23:34)

• - We go through the design work behind the Ultimate 40K event, and discuss the different ways to make tournaments function well under the new 5th edition rules.

Player interview: Simon Addicott (50:37)

Player interview: Mike Basc (01:01:03)

Player interview: Rob Lyons (01:17:22)

Commentary from the “Pit” (01:25:03)

Final Words with the Winner & Mailbag (01:29:24)

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We’re recording on location this fortnight at the most prestigious event on the West Australian Wargaming calendar - the WestGamer Ultimate Tournaments! Over the next week we’ll be releasing 2 huge installments of the show, as we chat about the tournament, follow the journey of the players, and bring you all the event highlights!

Intro & Show News (01:11)

Ultimate Tournament Overview (17:26)

• - We discuss the origins of the “Ultimates” and how they support the local tournament scene, as well as an overview of how the event works.

Player interview: Rowan Knight (52:30)

Player interview: Aaron Thompson (01:00:58)

Player interview: Dave Horne (01:13:04)

Player interview: Kris Petty (01:29:47)

Commentary from the “Pit” (01:35:14)

Final Words with the Winner & Mailbag (01:39:20)

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With JJ “out of action” in this episode, Luke is joined by local hobby veteran Mike Basc to discuss the art of theming armies and how to go about creating a unique force for your games. We cover the topic of Generalship scoring at tournaments in Competitor’s Edge, and we also take an “Ender’s Eye” view at the recently released “Titanicus” novel from the Black Library.

Intro & Show News (00:52)

Hobby Update (24:45)

• - New Warhammer Lizardmen preview model pics. <Link>
• - Deathstorm Drop Pods & Ork Warboss on bike from Forgeworld. <Link>
• - New “Project Distant Darkness” fan supplement for Battlefleet Gothic. <Link>
• - Warseer launches Issue #8 of the online fanzine “Firebase”. <Link>
• - 2 new character classes incoming to Warhammer Online. <Link>

The Art Of Army Themes (48:36)

• - A discussion on creating a unique and characterful force through the employment of different “theme” techniques.

Ender’s Eye (Review) (1:20:43)

• - We review the recently released Warhammer 40,000 novel “Titanicus” from the Black Library.

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Scoring, Part 1) (01:24:36)

• - We give an overview of the common scoring categories at events and delve into “Generalship” in more detail.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:56:34)

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Happy halloween! In this insidious episode we explore the new Warhammer Warriors of Chaos in detail, as well as our next installment of “Competitor’s Edge” where we discuss the art of selecting the right scenarios for tournament organisers to use at their events. (Special note - we strongly recommend pausing the episode part way through and listening to the new Metallica song of the same name for maximum listening pleasure!)

Intro & Show News (00:55)

Hobby Update (17:25)

• - New Citadel “Realm of Battle” board & scenery painting pack. <Link>
• - New Warriors Of Chaos “Horde” & “Storm of Steel” army bundles. <Link>
• - Lord of the Rings named Ringwraiths “The Tainted” & “The Undying”. <Link>
• - Blood Bowl new Griff Oberwald miniature & 2008 rules review. <Link> <Link>
• - Images of 2nd wave 40K Ork releases. <Link>

New Warhammer Armies: Warriors Of Chaos Review (39:37)

• - We discuss the new army book for these nightmarish warriors and what their most recent incarnation brings to the Warhammer game.

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Scenarios) (01:25:53)

• - How to select the best missions at your event for fair play and maximum player enjoyment.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:51:18)

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A full show of Blood Bowl goodness! In this episode we’re joined by Drew Lovell & Dave Capon from the West Australian BRAWL league who chat to us about Blood Bowl in general, leagues & tournaments, and a healthy dose of “trash talk”!

Intro & Show News (00:55)

Hobby Update (09:27)

• - New 40K Rulebook FAQ released. <Link>
• - New 40K Dark Angels Codex FAQ released. <Link>
• - Warhammer Warriors of Chaos Spearhead launch. <Link>

Blood Bowl: Game Overview (17:47)

• - What is Blood Bowl and how does it fit into the GW game pantheon? <BRAWL Link>

Blood Bowl: Leagues & Competitive Play (52:15)

• - Blood Bowl leagues, tournaments, bribery & corruption: How does it all work? <Ausbowl Link> <Talk Blood Bowl Link> <NAF Link>

Final Words & Mailbag (01:32:00)

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Another meaty 2 hour episode for you once again, with this week’s discussion revolving around the release of the new Warhammer 40,000 Codex: Space Marines. In addition we kick off the new “Competitor’s Edge” segment where we chat about how to become a tournament organiser and design your own event!

Intro & Show News (00:51)

Hobby Update (26:30)

• - Global price rise now in effect.
• - Space Marine Launch this weekend!. <Link>
• - Warhammer: Age of Reckoning release and new game guides from PRIMA. <Link>
• - Warhammer Warriors of Chaos on advance order. <Link>
• - New Hobby accessories for X-mas. <Link>

New Codex: Space Marines Review (43:08)

• - We bust out the hefty new Marine Codex and give you a thorough run-down on all the new stuff and important changes.

Competitor’s Edge (Tournament Conception) (01:21:15)

• - We begin a new series focusing on tournaments in general, with this episode’s discussion relating to how to become a Tournament Organiser and design your own event.
  

Final Words & Mailbag (01:54:54)

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A bumper episode for you this week, coming in at around 2 hours long! In addition we are joined by local Lord of the Rings fanatic Matt “Shadowlord” to discuss all things related to this great games system.

In this episode:

Intro & Show News (00:55)

Hobby Update (13:22)

• - New images of Orks, Legion of the Damned, Chaos Marauder Horsemen & Marines from UK Games Day. <Link>
• - Upcoming ForgeWorld releases: Ultramarines Venerable Dreadnought & Ork Nob Bikers. <Link>
• - WAR begins this week!

The Lord of the Rings - An Overview (28:23)

• - An introduction to this great game for hobbyists in general, as well as discussion on reasons why you might want to give it a go.

Ender’s Eye (Review) (01:02:08)

• - We review the new Warhammer Time of Legends book “Nagash the Sorcerer” from the Black Library.

Armies of Middle Earth (01:09:05)

• - We explore some of the Lord of the Rings army range, discuss the main contenders, as well as chat about which ones are our favourites and why.

Final Words & Mailbag (01:47:43)

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of World’s End Radio! We attended the WA “Gauntlet” Warhammer tournament last weekend, so we have a full event report as well as interviews and general banter with a couple of the personalities involved. This episode will fall outside of our usual sequence, so look out for Episode #3 of the show in a few days time as usual.

In this episode:

Intro & Luke’s Tourney Prep (00:30)

Interview: Mike Ward (14:49)

• - We chat to Mike, the Gauntlet Tournament Organiser about his experiences running the event, differences between west coast & east coast tournaments in Australia, as well as how to deal with tournament catastrophies.

Interview: Stan Veneros (33:42)

• - We chat to Stan, the winner of the event who shares his thoughts on the High Elves, attending Tournaments in general & the origins of the WargamerAU Australian gaming web forum. <WargamerAU Link>

Event Retrospective & Final Words (47:45)

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Intro & Show News (00:47)

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Hobby Update (14:14)

• - Preliminary Space Marine Codex details.
• - White Dwarf LOTR rules releases.
• - Warhammer Warriors of Chaos preview.
• - The future of Specialist Games.
• - New Red Scorpions from Forgworld. <Link>
• - GW Computer games updates for WAR and Dawn of War 2. <DOW Link>
  

Warhammer Tiers of Power (31:09)

• - We chat about the concept of army “tiers” in Warhammer and what makes a “top tier army.”

The Art of Sportsmanship (01:03:36)

• - A detailed discussion on what sportsmanship means to our hobby and some ideas on how to practice it!

Final Words & Mailbag (01:34:22)

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In our debut episode:

Introductions (00:36)

• - The hosts introduce themselves and talk a little about their hobbies.
• - Why “World’s End?”
• - Favourite game systems and what we’re currently working on.

Hobby Update (26:23)

• - New Warhammer Chaos Warriors preview images released. <Link>
• - GW releases Warhammer Daemons of Chaos FAQ. <Link>
• - LOTR “The 3 hunters”. <Link>
• - Warhammer 40K Space Marines incoming rumours & releases. <Link>
• - Forgeworld “Seige of Vraks 2″ Imperial Armour book. <Link>

5th Edition Impacts (48:35)

• - A discussion on how the launch of Warhammer 40,000 5th Edition has altered the playing field and what changes we have made to our armies.

Finding The Time (01:16:40)

• - A look at some of the best ways to find more time for your hobby and how best to use it!

Final Words (01:31:42)

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