What we reveal will make you question everything. Why are there so many ASL rules? Why is there still banter on this show?  When will it all end?  Be warned. The lack of surprising answers may shock you. But we do discuss our recent games of Stargrave, Frostgrave and a look at Dave and Dave's game of FT 205 SCRAGGY from Le Franc Tireur. We also take a look at The Song of Medusa Scenario by Scott Mullins. And we wrap things up with a little Box Art Review of the cover of Mannerheim Cross. This review was written by Dennis Donovan.  Theme song by Derek K. Miller of Penmachine.SHOW LINKS Dave's Frost Giants Daughters Frostgrave Scenario SHOW TIMES01: Chitty Chitty Chat Chat4:00 Whatcha Been Playing Lately? 17:00 Grumble Jones Medusa Scenario24:30 ASL eOpen Announcement35:00 Box Art Review 52:45 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. <Download this episode (right-click and Save)

We are stunned to welcome the Marvelous Mike Ryzy and Indomitable Dennis Donovan once again as we try to recall the Inherent Crew rules. We have a Quiz Show/Rules segment covering Rule D5 Inherent Crews! We won't abandon you, so don't self-destruct folks, just see your counselor.  Theme song by Derek K. Miller of Penmachine.SHOW LINKS None today SHOW TIMES01: Opening Song 2:47 Rules/Quiz Show54:15 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. <Download this episode (right-click and Save)

Once again we welcome the Marvelous Mike Ryzy and Indomitable Dennis Donovan as we jump right in with a Quiz Show/Rules segment covering Rule D4 Terrain Modifications to Anti-Vehicle Fire. Terrain benefits, hull down, height advantage, underbelly hits; we cover them all! With all that we decided to move the Banter toward the end of the show. We ponder the actual flavor of Red Velvet Donuts. Lastly their is a deep dive into the scenarios of Lone Canuck's Quick 6 Scenario Pack 2018 Theme song by Derek K. Miller of Penmachine.SHOW LINKS Great Campaigns of the American Civil War SHOW TIMES01: Opening Song 1:31 Rules/Quiz Show28:00 Chit Chat34:10 What's in the Box? 46:30 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. <Download this episode (right-click and Save)

It's a rip roaring show that will give you cause to open up an investigation of this terribly illicit and nefarious episode. Our letters segment begins a bidding war between listener's who don't want Parody Songs, and those that do! Please send us your bid. We accept Cash, services, and Patreon Donations.  We are highly recommending the two books, that we review. They are ANGEL DOWN and 60 DAYS IN COMBAT.  In the Box we find  Brick Works from Broken Ground and Drop Zone: Chef du Pont by MMP.  SHOW LINKS George Hoitis ASL Mnemonics on YoutubeJoys of ASL PBEM 60 Days in Combat Book Daniel Kraus - Angel Down SHOW TIMES01: Banter Chat 4:31 Letters16:00 Book Reviews Angel Down and Sixty Days in Combat28:10 What's in the Box? 39:00 Tournament Scene Update42:00 New Advanced Squad Leader Products That are Coming to a Store Near You 46:30 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. <Download this episode (right-click and Save)

 Hello Fans, Friends, and Family, We hope you enjoy the wonderful opening song by Dennis and Stephen Stewart.  The cool and collected Alan Hume appears on todays show and gives us a look at the Advanced Squad Leader scene in the UK.Join us for this fascinating interview.   SHOWLINKSSecond Chance Games . SHOWTIMES 0:01 Counterstruck Song 3:50 Banter But Not Much of it! 4:43  Interview with Alan Hume 51:10 Total Running Time Rally Phase Records ™ presents! Counterstruck    To AC-DC’s “ Thunderstruck” Concept & Lyrics: Dennis Donovan Vocals & Mixing:  Stephan Stewart So I thought In the middle of an ASL match (Counter!)I looked ‘roundAnd I knew there was something I lacked (Counter!)My mind raced,And I thought what could I do? (Counter!)And I knewA named counter, I needed one too (Counter!)One with MY name I figured outGetting ones toughThat tore me apartI’ve beenCounterstruck! Well maybe someday?Nah, forget it, but then this went down:Went to the Texas, Team Tourney and I saw me someThey had counters Counter sheets with attendee’s namesThey are so coolThey’re all 9-2sYeah, yeah they, they blew my mindAnd I was shaking at the kneesI just could not believeWhat an amazing findI’ve beenCounterstruck I was shaking at the kneesThere was a counter of me! Counter struck, Counterstruck, Counter struck, CounterstruckIt’s alright, I just got mineIt’s alright, I’m lookin’ fine, fine, fine…… Download this episode (right-click and Save)

 We polish off the last of the interviews from March Madness in Kansas City with Jerry James and Phillip Wethington.  They discuss their gaming history, habits and favorite opponents among much more!SHOW LINKSCardboard Commander SHOW TIMES 0:01 Song An Overun 3:00 Opening Conversation 9:30 Jerry James Interview 25:50 Phil Wethington Interview 41:13 Total Running TimeLYRICS to "An Overrun"A couple of SERIOUS ASL guys! Lyrics by Dennis Donovan, Performed by Megan Kleinschmidt and The 2 Half Squad Singers I saw him at the open and my heart stood still
 I’ll do one one-one, an over run?
 I needed some CVPs and it fit the bill
 I’ll do one-one-one, an over run Yeah, he’s on a hill
, Yeah, an easy kill
 Went into hex G1
one-one-one, an over run Knew not what I was doing, but I had to try
 I’ll do one-one-one, an over run
 The con-cept seemed easy, but my-oh-my .
 I’ll do one-one-one, an over run Yeah, I had to try ...
Yeah, it’s do-or-die
... Yeah, I love this rule.
 To do one-one-one, an over run I declared one-one, an over run 
I’ll do one-one-one, an over run I attacked with 7 FP and I rolled a 5 I did one-one-one, an over run
 Rolls like that are gonna get his guys 
I did one-one-one, an over run Yeah, it went just fine
....Yeah, ‘till I hit that mine
.....If ya get immobilized
 It’s half FP on, an over run Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah An over run run        I did one-one-one, an over run. < Download this episode (right-click and Save)

We are so glad to have Richard Logan on the show today. He discusses being in the reserves, ASL as a training device, his gaming history, what he has been playing lately as well as his plans for designing scenarios. It is wonderful to hear from an "average" Advanced Squad Leader fan, who is anything but.      SHOW TIMES00:01 Interview with Richard Logan40:01 Total Running Time SHOW LINKSNone Today The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you.The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)

 Another scandalous episode of shocking Advanced Squad Leader information. You won't believe what the Powerful Pete Shelling reveals on this show. Pete discusses many things ASL bur most importantly he discusses the latest from MMP, Slaughter at Ponyri.  Want to see what Pete is planning on making and what he is currently reading, listen here. It is a shocker! We have yet to recover ourselves.  SHOWTIMES0:01 Right into the Interview54:10  Total Running Time SHOWLINKS Stalingrad Redux on ASL Scenario ArchiveWalking the Battlefields Ponyri  Download this episode (right click and save)

Keven AdamsIf you are quite certain that you want to miss the bantery discussion of Father's Day activities and Jeff's fishing trip, you can skip directly to minute 9 and get right into the interviews. Be sure not to miss the opening song though! We are proud to present more or our March Madness 2025 interviews. Keven Adams discusses his scenario designs and ASL background, Sarah Sackett, and Aidan Hallman.  These are the interviews that you won't want to miss.  Now that we think about it, why would you want to miss any of them? SHOW TIMES  0:01 Song SMC's a Goner (lyrics below)Aiden and Sarah3:03 Banter 9:20 Kevin Adams Interview 36:00 Interview with Sarah and Aiden 49:10 Total Running Time LINKS Kulning The Brickworks on Illuminating Rounds RALLY PHASE RECORDS PRESENTS!!!  SMC's a Goner  Sung to the tune of Girlfriend In a Coma by The Smiths Lyrics: D. Wallick, D. Donovan Vocals: Stephen Stewart Mixer: Jim, the Mix-Master Bera Leader blew morale check, oh no! I know it's serious He was already broken, ya know, I know it's serious And do I want him to roll a wound check? No! Cuz you know, I would hate anything to happen to him No I don't want to lose him Do you really think he'll survive? Do you think he'll roll less than 5? Duuuuuuuuude SMC's a goner, ya know, I know it's serious Bye bye, bye my buddy, Goodbye There were times when I could have rallied him 'Cuz you know, it's not like he's a 10-2 and he just got a field promotion Now he's taking the check, time to fret, And he rolled a 5 and he died. Dooooooooh! Let me whisper a few bad words, I know it's serious Download this episode (right-click and save)

You won't believe the stunning facts that Advanced Squad Guru Tom Meier reveals on this show. We considered making a whole lot of edits, but decided to leave the scandalous parts in, just for your wanton and scurrilous satisfaction.  What We Have Played Lately is Scenario FB17: Stalingrad Redux.  In the Box is March Madness 2025 Scenario Pack: Schnake Eyes!  Check out the scenarios here. SHOWTIMES 0:01 Small Talk 8:00  What's in the Box?22:00 Contest Winner Announced25:00 Interview with Tom Meier 47:00 What Have You Been Playing Lately? 57:42  Total Running Time SHOWLINKS Stalingrad Redux on ASL Scenario Archive  Download this episode (right click and save)

Summer is fast approaching and so is the next episode. We just can't believe how fast time flies. Or how SHOCKING this episode is. Scott Mullins discusses how to track your ASL games, using the ASL Archive and other methods. Matt Zajak discusses his background and his campaign games with his buddies, as well as his favorite miniature ancients rule set, favorite Advanced Squad Leader tournaments and scenarios, basically all things ASL. Most importantly Matt discusses his travels to Russia and help with the Ponyri game. We even dare to chat about our wives (and it's all good). Dave forgets that he has played 1,402 games so far.How about that opening song? The lyrics were provided by Rob Banozic and the song was performed by The 2 Half Squad Singers. It originally appeared on #205 SHOW LINKSBox Cars Again BlogWWII Wayfinder on Youtube SHOWTIMES 00:01 Song: He's Got Really Hot Snake Eyes 04:00 Banter 08:10 Scott Mullins26:45 Matt Zajac 1:00:05 Total Running Time REALLY HOT SNAKE-EYES(to the tune of "Bette Davis Eyes"Lyrics by Rob Banozic) His rolls are always lowI've never seen 'em highHis dice are never coldHe's got really hot snake-eyesHe'll turn the MGs on youYou won't pass a check twiceIt's cold as East Front snowHe's got really hot snake-eyes And they'll break you, they'll crit-hit youThey're the bones that will defeat youThey're atrocious, 'cause he always gets theRolls that make the stacks crushGod! why do I always roll so high, he's got really hot snake-eyes You like your +3 stoneThe place to stand and fightBut all you do is moanHe's got really hot snake-eyesHe'll take a '1' shot on youAnd roll those wicked diceUntil you give up, tooHe's got really hot snake-eyes They'll DM you, when he plays youTrash your plan with the dice he loans youThey're ferocious 'cause he always gets theRolls that make the stacks crushAll the boys think it's just fine, to get really hot snake-eyes And they'll break you, they'll crit-hit youThey're the bones that will defeat youThey're atrocious, 'cause he always gets theRolls that make the stacks crush All the boys think it's just fine, to get really hot snake-eyes  Download this episode (right click and save)

MMP does not want you to know about all the other games that exist in the world. We would never spend time on this show discussing games like Dungeons and Dragons, Settlers of Cataan, or Twilight Imperium, because we are such Advanced Squad Leader loyalists and Fan Boys.  Or would we now? In this very show, Jim Burris gives us an update on the St. Louis Tournament and what HE has been playing lately. James Treu gives us his gaming background and says hello. We also manage to read a few letters.   SHOWTIMES 0:01 Small Talk 8:30  Jim Burris23:30 Letters41:00 Contest Winner Announced 42:00 James Treu 47:39 Total Running Time SHOWLINKS Matt Quinton's Youtube Matt Quinton's Discord   Download this episode (right click and save)

It's an unbelievable show with stunning bombshells dropping all over the show. We continue our interviews from March Madness with Rick Reinesch, who gives us a great insiders take on the new Mannerheim Cross as well as many other interesting tidbits.  Jeff DeYoung also graces us with an interview and we have a thoroughly enjoyable time hearing the bombshell that Jeff drops on us. AMAZING! SHOWTIMES 0:01 Small Talk 8:30  Rick Reinisch 40:00 Jeff DeYoung 55:30 Total Running Time  Download this episode (right click and save)

In the Box we find Slaughter at Ponyri. In this episode we take the time to have a first look at the components and the terrain rules included with this powerful looking game.  We continue our interviews from March Madness with Dave Mareske, who give us a great preview of the new March Madness 2025 Scenario Pack Snake Eyes, as well as many other interesting tidbits.  On with the show!Opening song is a new one, Minimum Move! SHOWTIMES0:1 Song Minimum Move! 2:00  Interesting Chat 10:00  What's In the Box?37:18 Interview with Dave Mareske54:21 Total Running Time Minimum Move(based on Minimum Wage by They Might Be Giants) Lyrics: Louis PadolVocals: The 2 Half Squad Singers "Minimum Move" SHOWTIMES 0:1 Song Minimum Move 2:00  Interesting Chat 18:00  After Action Report 45:00 What's in the Box? 1:03:40 Total Running Time  Download this episode (right click and save)

Dave made it to March Madness and all Jeff got was a lousy T-Shirt.  Actually it is a cool T-Shirt of the Korean design.  Dave got the 2025 T from Kansas City ASL guys that has all participants on the back as various leader or  Hero counters. There will be a lot of interviews in the show this year and we will start with Paul Works and Dan Best, who give us a great preview of the WWI game as well as many other interesting tidbits.  On with the show! Opening song was a repeat from episode 204, DC Hero.SHOWTIMES 0:1 Song DC HERO 4:00  Interesting Chat 18:00  Interview with Dan Best and Paul Works 54:21 Total Running Time DC Hero -- Concept: Dennis Donovan -- Lyrics: Dennis Donovan, Rich Spilky, Stephen Stewart -- Vocals: Stephen Stewart -- Mixing/Technical: Jim Bera Playin’ ASL, in the P.T.O. The Marines vs. Jappos, Code of Bushido Read all the SSRs, and I started to scheme Coming up with a plan, when I noticed something: There is one DEMO, to blow stuff away And with a gleam in my eyes, I knew I’d found the way: There’s a Japanese private, in the Second World War Wasn’t sure how to use one, but he knew for sure That one DEMO, felt good in his hands Didn’t take long, to understand Just one DEMO, will beat the foe But a one-way ticket, for DC heroes So he did a banzai            No way he’d get dropped    With his H.E. man purse            Those Yankee Devils will be stopped! By a DC Hero, For Nippon he will die! He’s a DC Hero He’s got one  DEMO, DC Hero Yankees will die! DC Hero    Yankees will die! He won’t sur-vive this fight. On a road without a name, out on Corregidor There’s a Sherman Tank Dozer, stopped in hex G4 Yeah, this day is his last, filled with lots of pain That one  DEMO, gonna win the game So he started chargin’ 8 MF enough? But if he gets wounded  Gettin to the target will be tough! For a DC Hero    for Nippon he will die! He’s a DC Hero    for Nippon he’ll die! YEAH   DC HERO    Nippon he’ll die! That one DEMO,       Nippon he’ll die! He’s gonna win    Gonna win tonight SHOWTIMES 0:1 Song DC HERO 4:00  Interesting Chat 18:00  After Action Report 45:00 What's in the Box? 57:10 Total Running Time  Download this episode (right click and save)

This is the moment that Mannerheim Cross is presented to the world!  Bounding Fire Productions is bringing down the hammer with this one.  In this episode we cover the contents of said game. The components and maps and such. The winner of Best of Friends 2 is announced also. SHOW LINKS Best of Friends on the Archive SHOW TIMES01: Bantero 12:01 Contest BoF2 Winner Draw13:20 What's in the Box? 47:03 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)

Thanks to Dennis for another roaring song parody to get this show off on the right foot.  Reminding usto establish those fields of fire. Lastly we take a deep dive into Best of Friends 2 Advanced Squad Leader Scenario pack that brings us some of the fantastic work from our friends in Sweden.  SHOW LINKS Best of Friends on the ArchiveMario's Dice Towers SHOW TIMES01: Song Fields of Fire (Lyrics by Dennis Donovan) 2:31 Bantero39:00 Letters40:10 What's in the Box?  Best of Friends 2 54:06 Total Running Time Fields of Fire  Lyrics So said the father to his son“Cover the city on board one,Same for the big hill to westWhether in tournies or playtest.”“Av’nues of approach you must scryHow else to make the en’my die?Make sure to watch for fire lanesAnd to play the bore sight game!”“Cover the flanksAgainst cavalry and tanksCover your frontWith Fields of Fire!”“Remember to pre-reg and deployRemember rout paths to destroyRemember always play your bestRemember, ah, I forget the rest.” The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)

Get ready to play a lot of VAASAL during this years ASL eOpen 2025. We talk with Dave Goldman who explains how to sign up, how the tournament works and other details.  It is one of the largest online tournaments.  You can actually win some cash prizes! Register today.  And Dave does a deep dive into Action Pack 14.  SHOW LINKS ASLOPEN.ORG SHOW TIMES01: Song PTO (Lyrics by Dennis Donovan) 2:31 Interview with Dave Goldman39:00 Another contest winner40:10 What's in the Box?  AP14 59:35 Total Running Time Startin’ PTO, with a good friend of mineIt’s the Allies vs. Nippon,  1939Been wantin’ to get play it now, yeah it’s finally time We’re gonna bust it out, set it up, check it out, PTO Wah-waaaah (Yeah, yeah, startin’ PTO) wa wah Wah-waaaah (Yeah, yeah, learnin’ PTO) wa wah Wah-waaaah (Yeah, yeah, playin’ PTO) wa wah Wah-waaaah (Yeah, yeah, lovin’ PTO) wa wah Wah-waaaah (We’re, doin’  PTO) wa wahWe’ll play it on the main lands, and the Pacific isles Learning the Chapter G rules, it’ll take quite a while All the HASLs and campaign games, really drive us wild C’mon and bring it on, set it up, check it out, PTO Yeah, I spent all my money, and bought the PTO(buyin’ it up, sortin’ it out) Got a Gung Ho and BRT, and then Code of Bushido (openin' it up, checkin' it out) Took it out to our club meet, for tell-and-show, yeah, yeah(settin’ it up, layin’ it out) Yeah, it’ the coolest thing around, tell your buddies it won’t let you down We’re gonna bust it out, set it up, try it out, PTO The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)

You can't have a better person than Bret Hildebran to come on the show.  We are lucky enough to have him grace the Broadcast Foxhole with his wisdom and insight as the Director of Advanced Squad Leader Oktoberfest Tournament in Ohio.  It is the largest tournament in terms of ASL players in attendance.  SHOW LINKS ASLOK.ORG SHOW TIMES 00:31 Interview with Bret Hildebran55:00 Bret draws the contest winner 57:31 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)

Once upon a time, Kyle sent us a letter about playing Advanced Squad Leader Starter Kit Solitaire (or solo). Kyle plays both sides and he does not have a split personality.  Although, in the picture to the right it does look like his defense has been frustrated by his own attack. Join us as Kyle reminds us why we like full ASL, other games, and most importantly why Starter Kit is so good, and why playing against yourself has it's virtues.  SHOW LINKS None Today SHOW TIMES 00:31 Interview with Kyle Beach51:11 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding Fire Productions, and kind donations from listeners like you. The views and opinions expressed on The 2 Half-Squads are not necessarily those of the hosts. You can also watch the show on our Youtube channel. Download this episode (right-click and Save)