In this episode Scott and Sam talk about their mild east expedition over to Horndon in Essex home of Warcradle studios. They talk about all things Warcradle about their new base of operations, Dystopian Wars, Armoured Clash, Lost World Exodus and last, but by no means least the new edition of Wild West Exodus! We also discuss the exhilarating new choose your own adventure novel Valiant! Yes we say exciting a lot, for very good reason. Break out your leather chaps and stetsons it's time to get back in the saddle!
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In this episode we were given the opportunity to speak to Matthew Carter and James Hewitt about the new edition of Dystopian Wars. We talk design philosophy, Mechanical overhauls and all things in between. We also do a small Q&A from our community Facebook post. Don’t forget to check out the Warcradle blogs for more information - https://blog.warcradle.com/
Also if you want to ask any follow up questions (not about release dates of anything) ask them in the comments and we will pass them on for you.
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In this episode It’s May in July again as we chat with the wonderful folks from Wisconsin Wakefield, Calvin and this year's winner Richard. We talk about organising the event and how it went for everyone and Richard breaks down his game and list. We only get sidetracked occasionally and get some big news for the next North American event!
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In this episode Scott and Sam chat with Warcradle studios Matthew Carter and James Hewitt about the first Global update for Armoured Clash. We talk Planes, trains and automata and get a peek behind the curtain at some of the thinking behind the updates and how often to expect them. We also talk a little about the design philosophies for the four released factions for AC at this time and some interesting other documents that have also been released. Scott & Sam also discuss the March Pre orders for Dystopian Wars and Armoured Clash.
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In this episode Scott and Sam discuss their recent larger scale battle of Armoured Clash. We go over our pro tips, our MVPs for the game and our least favourite thing to face off against. We also talk about what we have coming up hobby wise. We also talk about the Pre-orders for January.
Note: This was recorded prior to the Enlightened pre-orders in February, but after we recorded our Markov unclassified episode.
Note 2: It was the Monarch, not the Sovereign, in case you are wondering.
Note 3: This isn't really a note, it was meant to be something witty, then I couldn't think of anything, so here I am just typing words now hoping something will come to me, nope I got nothing, sorry....
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In this episode Scott and Sam discuss another venture to Nottingham to attend a Warcradle Play testing event, this time for the Enlightened. In our first episode of Markov unclassified we can talk more openly about the miniatures we saw, although we still can't talk much about the rules at all. We also talk about hobby plans as we close out 2024.
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In this episode Scott and Sam discuss a recent venture to Nottingham to attend a Warcradle Play testing event. We talk loosely about our thoughts on our first game together, but not too much about what we were playtesting as we are sworn to secrecy. We talk about the event itself and our experience of it. We also dive into the deep blue waters of the Union releases for November as well.
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In this episode Scott and Sam discuss their venture back out to the Old West. We discuss the custom scenario Sam designed to fit around the Doctor's Office and how the game went. We also go into all the goodies coming out for Armoured Clash in September. We also need a name for the Lower Eldon Pub so drop us your suggestions in the comments and the best one will be the name of our pub for the battle reports there.
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In this episode Sam talks with the Wisconsin League organizers Calvin and Wakefield along with tournament winner the Kaiser Richard about the tournament. They go through the planning that began after last year's event up until the post event thoughts. There is also discussion around Mayval 2025 and how the Iron skies can be adjusted to still be powerful without feeling insurmountable. We also dive into the new covering Junes releases and also a little shout out to Warcradle's newest recruits to the studio as well.
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In this episode Sam talks to Scott about 2024's UK games Expo. The main discussion is all around Armoured Clash the upcoming game from Warcradle Studios. We talk Minis, rules, the demo game and everything in between. Are you excited for AC? If so let us know what faction you will be picking up.
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In this episode Sam & Scott chat with Mad Admiral Calvin about all things Mayval 2024. From how to enter to where the world championship will be held. We also do our long promised community spotlight chat with him where we talk about games, hobby, snacks and all the things in between. Let us know what you think and who else you would like us to talk to in the future.
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In this episode Sam & Scott talk about their recent Union Vs. Sultanate Fortune & Glory battle. We go over the boxed set how well it went together painting and playing with the contents of the box. They also go over the information that has been released around Armoured Clash. They also pull into speculation station and talk about everything they hope to see for Armoured Clash in the future.
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In this episode Sam & Scott once again get to sit down with Stuart and Chris from Warcradle studios in an exclusive interview to discuss the new Fortune & Glory boxed set for Dystopian Wars. We also talk about the future of Dystopian Wars and other aspects of the game. They also talk a little about November's revealed releases for Dystopian Wars as well.
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In this episode Sam & Scott discuss their recent Dystopian Wars game. The game was mainly focused on short range squadron heavy lists with an aim to misbehave. Was it too much or was it just about right? They also briefly discuss the inclusion of patrons into their fleets and thoughts on those. In the news we briefly discuss what was released in July and August as well as the upcoming September releases as well. There will also be a Youtube video to follow shortly so if you'd prefer to see the game play out as well as the discussion about it keep an eye on our Youtube channel.
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In this episode Sam & Scott talk to Richard and the Mad Admiral Calvin about the May Val Supremacy 2023 Dystopian Wars tournament. We talk about the large Wisconsin Admiralty and the tournament from conception to execution, spray cheese and all the bits in between. In the news we briefly discuss what was released in April and May as well as the upcoming June releases as well. We also talk about all the reveals from UK Games Expo this year and briefly discuss our refamiliarization with the Dystopian Wars Rules.
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In this episode Sam & Scott talk to Koen Cambre and the Mad Admiral Calvin about the community and our picks for the best of 2022 ( yes we know it's April 2023, better late than never). We talk snow, segways and super cool minis amongst other things and an exclusive from Calvin. In the news we discuss what was released in March as well as a couple of tidbits from Warcradle that drop last month as well.
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In this episode Sam & Scott go over some more balanced build suggestions for the further 4 Starter set releases for Dystopian Wars. We try and do builds that work for just shy of 1000 points for each box and still keep within the current fleet build rules. In the News we discuss all the releases for February for Dystopian Wars. We also discuss some little teasers we have had for both Dystopian Wars and Wild West Exodus this month. Lastly we announce the winner of our short story competition who has won the signed copy of Lazarus by Sarah Cawkwell.
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In this episode Sam & Scott go over some balanced build suggestions for the upcoming Starter set releases for Dystopian Wars. We try and do builds that work for just shy of 1000 points for each box and still keep within the current fleet build rules. In the News we discuss all the releases for January for Dystopian Wars and the Warcradle Scenics as well.
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In this episode Sam & Scott chat with Sarah Cawkwell about her upcoming Dystopian Age novel Lazarus. We discuss spoiler free content of the book and its antagonists, protagonists and setting. We also talk around the process of writing it, if there are any plans for the future and of course Doc Holiday. In the News we discuss all the releases for November for Dystopian Wars and the Warcradle Scenics as well.
We also have an amazing competition to win a signed copy of the Lazarus novel so listen in to find out.
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In this episode Sam & Scott get to sit down with Stuart and Chris from Warcradle studios in an exclusive interview to discuss the new Sturginium Skies boxed set for Dystopian Wars. We also talk about the future of Dystopian Wars and other aspects of the game. They also talk a little about Sturginium Skies in October's revealed releases for Dystopian Wars as well as the Empire release that is coming as well.
If you want a little bit of a discount for all these awesome releases we have you covered! We have teamed up with Driftwood Games in the UK to get you an extra 10% off on all Warcradle studio's stock. Just use the code MARKOV0922 at the checkout to get your discount at https://driftwoodgames.co.uk/ if you can't find what you are looking for on their site simply drop them a mail
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