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Privateer Press’ P3, Redgrassgames’ Everlasting Studio XL, and a homemade wet palette are all reviewed.  We also review a handful of Ironclad Miniatures’ field positions and Things from the Basement’s two columns inspired by Frostgrave (affiliate link) Ghost Archipelago (affiliate link). Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members.   If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes. iTunes is one of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Auphonic edited the audio for this episode.  Jonathan J. Reinhart wrote the show notes. This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Wet Palettes Reviewed – Wargaming Recon #215 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Wet Palettes Reviewed – Wargaming Recon #215 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Blood & Plunder, Cigar Box Battle gaming mats, Dwarven Forge caverns deep, and Everlasting wet palette are some of the topics covered by Adrian & Jonathan in this episode of Wargaming Recon. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes. iTunes is one of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Auphonic edited the audio for this episode.  Jonathan J. Reinhart wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Tabletop Update with Adrian Benson – Wargaming Recon #214 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Tabletop Update with Adrian Benson – Wargaming Recon #214 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Dwarven Forge is diving to caverns deep and cold with their new Kickstarter.  Stefan Pokorny, founder, & Nate Taylor, creative director, of Dwarven Forge climb into the guest chair to chat with Jonathan about this exciting new set of modular tabletop gaming terrain. Dwarven Forge Raised $11,245,120 dollars from 16,650 backers over five prior Kickstarter projects. Nate Taylor is Dwarven Forge’s creative director and a director at KYLE nyc where he’s edited commercials, music videos, and the film Kissing Jessica Stein. Stefan Pokorny is Dwarven Forge’s founder and CEO.  He’s the subject of the incredible documentary The Dwarvenaut (Amazon affiliate link). Kickstarter 6 – Caverns Deep Caverns Deep Kickstarter returns to the familiar caverns setting and expands on it with larger and new modular terrain options. The pieces are their most detailed and organic looking yet. Most of the funds will go towards producing the steel molds necessary to create the beautiful pieces. The modular terrain is intended for roleplaying games but also works well for skirmish games like Frostgrave. Sneak peeks of some pieces including early prototypes are shown in the live streamed video recording of this audio podcast. Listener Questions Stefan & Nate respond to questions from podcast listeners.  The questions are: Rich asks Stefan “What are Gnome Critical Crotch Hits” David asks “On a scale of 1 to 10 how awesome is Joe Manganiello’s Dwarven Forge setup?” Carl asks “What pieces of Dwarven Forge are essential and which will give the customer the most bang for their buck?” Angelia Parenteau from TotalCon asks Stefan “When are you coming back to TotalCon?” Announcements   Podcast Award We’re in the running for an award in the Games & Hobbies category.  Need you to help nominate us. Go to Podcast Award website create an account if you don’t have one & log in Nominate Wargaming Recon in the GAMES & HOBBIES category. Nominate Grunt Work podcast in the TV category. Click SAVE NOMINATIONS button. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Next Episode is 213 releasing on July 30 2018 Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Peter Bryant of the Mythwits edited the audio for this episode.  Jonathan J. Reinhart wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commi[...]

A different stride after our serious episode last fortnight, we take it to show you guys what is coming up in future product reviews.  We also wanted to discuss the reaction to our last episode: Wargaming Against Anxiety. Wet Palette Episode featuring Everlasting Wet Palette from Kickstarter Sta-Wet wet palette by Masterson P3 wet palette by Privateer Press Homemade wet palette Other Reviews 28mm Field Positions by Ironclad Miniatures Gaming Against Anxiety Reactions Jonathan shares what the community has said and also about events leading to why he did the episode, Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Next Episode is 213 releasing on July 30 2018 Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Review Preview – Wargaming Recon #212 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Review Preview – Wargaming Recon #212 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

About 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety.  Roughly 3 million American board gamers battle anxiety.  I am one of the 40 million Americans with anxiety.  Learn how I think tabletop games can help you or one you care about deal with their anxiety. Please note this disclaimer.  I am NOT a medical professional.  I am NOT providing medical advice, care, or treatment.  If you or someone you know suffers from a medical illness, please seek professional help immediately. In the United States you can reach the National Suicide Prevention Helpline 24 hours a day via live chat at: SuicidePreventionLifeline.org or telephone at 1-800-273-8255.  They can help you if your anxiety is taking over but, don’t forget you also have other options for your anxiety. Anxiety Help Talk to a doctor Reach out to a family member Chat with a trusted friend Therapists can make a big difference Psychiatrists are here to help you 5 Ways Tabletop Gaming Can Help It provides a safe space in which to deal with social anxiety (i.e. exposure therapy) It can encourage you to try new things (new games, new places, new experiences) It gives nearly instant feedback to help decipher what works well and what is a trigger for anxiety It incentivizes through reaching goals.  Assembling a squad of troops.  Painting a house.  Planning a scenario.  Playing a game. Allows one to have control of something even when everything else feels like it is spinning out of control. Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Subscribe to us on iTunes Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Gaming Against Anxiety – Wargaming Recon #211 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Gaming Against Anxiety – Wargaming Recon #211 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

This thrilling episode the lads review Travel Battle from the Perry Brothers. We all know that Jonathan hates painting, so being the scale it is, is this the right fit for johnny boy? Problems Does not clearly say how to choose d6 rolling winner for placing 1st brigade. Presuming it is highest roll because it says that for going first.  But, not 100% positive. This is a bit nit picky. The terrain has issues, built up areas only give +1 dice when defending to infantry, but attacking cavalry get +1 dice against infantry in built up areas. That doesn’t make a lot of sense.  Cavalry should do worse against built up areas. The rules are a tad muddy when dealing with artillery shooting at a target if there’s a hill in between that is the same height as the artillery. In one part the rules say “Artillery needs to be able to see half or more of a target i.e. without hills/buildings or any other intervening units in the way to be able to fire. “In another part the rules say “artillery can fire overhead of a any intervening unit if either gun or target are on a hill unless “there is a higher hill in the way. If artillery is on a level 1 hill shooting at a target with a level 1 hill in between, can the artillery shoot at that target?  The rules don’t say. The FAQ, Doesn’t answer all questions.  Can be found at https://www.perry-miniatures.com/pages.php?page=travel-battle. No declaration of what is the desired dice roll result for going first or placing a brigade first. QUESTIONS In a fight if an attacker rolls a 5 and the defender rolls a 5, the rules say the fight continues.  If a second unit attacks the same defender with attacker rolling a 5 and defender rolling a 3, which result takes precedence? If defending artillery loses a combat to a heavy cavalry unit (attacker rolls a 3, defending artillery a 2) does it push back one square if the square behind it is a wood?  What happens? When do you test for command radius?  Do all units in a brigade need to be touching at the start of the turn or is it at any point during the movement phase? Can Brigadiers block line of sight of artillery since they’re listed as a unit in the rules (see Assembly section)? Does a unit suffering push back or retreat (losing combat by a 1 or a 2) have to be directly towards its own board edge? Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately. Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 211 relea[...]

Another Year, another HUZZAH! The boys hit up the best historical con in Maine! GAMES PLAYED Operation Jupiter, Hill 112 Rapid Fire rules Peter Dalton GM Omelet du Fromage Lion Rampant (affiliate link) rules GM Ken Eckhardt Battle of Cedar Creek ACW Fire & Fury Brigade 2nd ed rules Peter Dalton GM ADRIAN ONLY Test of Honour in Hanghai Test of Honour (affiliate link) game on Mike Paine’s Hanghai table with Christopher Rett & Patrick Tuttle as GMs VENDORS Brigadiersbookshelf with Dean Emmerson Bought 2 GMT games Manoeuvre (affiliate link) recommended by MHWA vice president Joshua, also bought A Distant Plain (affiliate link) from their COIN series. Been wanting it for a long time. Adrian’s purchases Hobby Bunker: Fire & Fury Brigade 2nd edition rules Wee Wolf Miniatures: Gangs of Rome (affiliate link) Warlord Games Viking Hirdmen A French board game by Clash of Arms from Timothy Colonna PROBLEMS No con can be perfect. We share what went awry this year. THE PEOPLE One of the best parts of Huzzah is seeing familiar people. It is a very friendly place. Shout outs to Mike Paine, Dan, Patreon backer Kyle, Wargaming Recon Fan Club members Robert & Sal & Johnny, everyone at MHWA including: Joshua, Julie, Dean, Billy, and Mike. Also the Vanguard Hobby Club but especially Ken. Adler Hobby’s Gordon and Denise. HUZZAH Adrian and I were at Huzzah May 18-20, 2018. We did a live recording there on Sunday May 20th. If you were at the con you could have attended the live recording. We may also have had the chance to play a game with YOU. Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately. Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 208 releasing on May 21 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes.  Cover photo by Christopher Boynton. License T[...]

Star Wars Armada is the not entirely new starship battle game set in the Star Wars universe.  We compare and contrast it with the Star Wars X-wing Miniatures game.  You’ll also discover our recommendation for if YOU should play Armada. HUZZAH Adrian and I were at Huzzah May 18-20, 2018. We did a live recording there on Sunday May 20th. If you were at the con you could have attended the live recording. We may also have had the chance to play a game with YOU. Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately. Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 208 releasing on May 21 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Star Wars Armada – Wargaming Recon #208 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Star Wars Armada – Wargaming Recon #208 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Choosing what games to play at a convention, game day, trade, show etc can be difficult. But here we can help make your decision easier! Here are some tips! HUZZAH Adrian and I will be at Huzzah May 18-20, 2018. We will be doing a live recording there on Sunday May 20th. If you’re at the con you can attend the live recording. We may also get the chance to play a game with YOU Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately. Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait? Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee. You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 208 releasing on May 21 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name. I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Choosing What Convention Games to Play – Wargaming Recon #207 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Choosing What Convention Games to Play – Wargaming Recon #207 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

We switch up our normal proceedings to talk about Y-O-U.  This episode reveals some of the results from our first ever listener survey.  Tune in to learn why we’re doing this and to discover who are your fellow listeners. Announcements   Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 205 releasing on Apr 9 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Listener Survey Results – Wargaming Recon #206 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Listener Survey Results – Wargaming Recon #206 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Everyone talks about the big game companies. But, what about some of the smaller ones you’ve yet to discover? Stay tuned while we share some of the smaller game companies we love. Small Game Companies We Love Cigar Box Battle Wargamers’ Terrain Leadbear’s Tufts Chris Parker Games Wargames Illustrated Things From the Basement Inkwell Ideas Announcements Listener Survey First ever listener survey being done.  Will only take 3 minutes of your time to answer 10 questions.  This will help us to improve the show by learning a little more about your listening habits along with what content you want us to put on the show.  Please take the survey and share it with your friends. Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobile Users listen to the show using Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 205 releasing on Apr 9 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in a moment of silence in Andrew’s honor. The post Small Game Companies We Love – Wargaming Recon #205 appeared first on Wargaming Recon. The post Small Game Companies We Love – Wargaming Recon #205 appeared first on Wargaming Recon.

Sometimes life gets so busy that you can’t game with your buddies like you used to.  What do you do when that happens?  We share 5 tips to help you manage. 5 Tips Game remotely Find a new group of gamers Play a different game Use other aspects of the hobby Spend time with other friends or family Game Remotely Use Youtube Live/Google Hangouts on Air to play games with your friends.  All you need is a computer with a microphone and webcam.  You could also use something like Roll20 or Fantasy Grounds if playing a roleplaying game is your style. Find a New Group of Gamers Visit your local game store or club.  They often have dedicated gaming nights.  Just check their online calendar.  Fridays, for example, tend to be for Friday Night Magic.  Other nights may be for board games, or miniatures gaming, or RPGs.  You could also try using Meetup to find an existing group of gamers or to start your own group. Play a Different Game Switch it up by playing another game you like with a group of friends who may not normally like playing what you usually do.  Many board games have digital versions you can download as apps for your smartphones and tablets.  You can also use Steam to easily play computer games. Use Other Aspects of the Hobby You don’t need to be gaming to sate your gaming desire.  Why not listen to gaming podcasts, paint minis, build terrain, and research histories or read about the setting?  Watching videos can be useful, too.  There’s lots of how to videos or even actual play content on Youtube.  If you’d like to give an actual play video a try, we strongly recommend Tassels Plays.  It is a channel run by the daughter of friend of the show Jay Libby.  She does a great job creating entertaining and interesting videos. Spend Time With Other Friends or Family Inasmuch as we love to play games, we cannot game all the time.  Chances are we have non-gamer friends who’d like to spend time with us.  Why not use this opportunity to reconnect with them?  Or you could switch gears and engage in more qualify family time with your significant other and/or children.  There might even be a project you’ve put off at home that you can cross off that honey do list.   Announcements Listener Survey First ever listener survey being done.  Will only take 3 minutes of your time to answer 10 questions.  This will help us to improve the show by learning a little more about your listening habits along with what content you want us to put on the show.  Please take the survey and share it with your friends. Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to the members! Reminders We suggest Mobi[...]

In this weeks exciting episode Picard meets Obi Wan Kenobi in this wondrous cross over of the Mythwits and Wargaming Recon! This all takes place at TotalCon 2018! The lads talk about all that is wargaming at the con! Also a little bit about Cosplay! Wargaming Recon Jonathan is the owner and host of the Wargaming Recon podcast, which releases new episodes twice a month (You should know this by now). Jonathan was also an editor of Troll in the Corner where he wrote about wargaming. He’s been a miniatures gamer/wargamer since 2000 and a board gamer for even longer. He now is a member of the TSR Network and is currently corrupting his daughter into the world of Geekdom. The Mythwits Peter Bryant and Mike Kafe combined, make up the MythWits, a geek pop culture talk show. The show focuses on geek subject matter and presents it with comedy and wit. Most weeks we have an industry established guest host who sits in on the show. We are known primarily for our interviews, but we also do comedy bits and play games. This show is mostly safe for work. We say bad words and talk about adult situations but it’s really not that bad. Check out the live show every Monday night at 9pm eastern time (UTC-05:00) on our Facebook page. We invite you to ask questions via our chat room. You can also catch all of our encore presentations on our YouTube page. If you’d rather just listen to the podcast version you can listen on our PodBean page or subscribe to our iTunes feed. Nerd Rage News Stephen Wollet – Steve was born in Battlecreek Michigan on July 4, 1969, A true Patriot. He joined the US Army and served during the years of the Panama invasion and Desert Storm. Steve has worked in Cancer Research at Johns Hopkins, been a land surveyor, a paramedic, herbalist, and an alternative health care consultant. But why is this important???? Becasue Steve has released the documentary: Word from a Gamer!   Announcements Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to: Patrick Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 204 releasing on Mar 26 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radi[...]

Cube of Death is unlike anything you’ve ever seen.  It’s a trivia game.  No wait.  It’s a roleplaying game.  Wait, its a card game.  Actually…it is all three of those things. The Kickstarter Cube of Death will launch to Kickstarter in the spring or summer of 2018.  There will be over 600 cards in the game.  Separate decks provide characters, an adventure deck of rooms, and also the many different trivia questions.  Depending on the level at which one backs the Kickstarter project you will receive various rewards. The game is being launched by TSR and will appear on the TSR Kickstarter account instead of Peter Bryant’s.  Peter used his own to launch Rogue Chess. Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements. Announcements Wargaming Recon Facebook Group  A place for listeners to hang out, chat about the hobby and the show. We have seen some great discussions lately.  Some members have shared pics of minis they’re painting and had a lively discussion about wet palettes. Want to thank Enfilade & NHMGS for making it possible for us to back a wet palette Kickstarter. We will do a big Wet Palette episode in 2017 because of their support.   TotalCon 2018 Wargaming Recon was at TotalCon 2018.  We recorded a crossover episode with the Mythwits.  This recording was open to the public!  If you’ve ever wanted to see a podcast episode in the making we hope you were sure to check this out.  It is NOT an official event.  We shared further details on our social media (i.e. time and location).  It should be that Saturday during the dinner break. ITUNES REVIEW 5 star review titled “Top Notch” from landencelano of the Grunt Work Podcast” Really impressed with the quality of the content and how enjoyable it was even being semi-unfamiliar with the topic. Unique perspective. Can’t wait to consume all there is to listen to. ” Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio. iTunes and Stitcher Radio are some of the most popular ways for listeners to find podcasts. Why not help a potential new listener find our show and help grow the hobby? Recent Reviews WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST Don’t want to wait?  Support Wargaming Recon through Patreon. It costs as little as $1 per per month. That is less than a cup of coffee.  You’ll get episodes before non-members AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018. Thank you to: Patrick Reminders We suggest Mobile Users use Pocket Casts ($3.99 for iOS, Lite version is FREE). $3.99 for Android users. Read the Episode Guide for sneak peeks at future episodes. Next Episode is 203 releasing on Mar 12 2018 Subscribe to us on iTunes Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com Contact Wargaming Recon We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to: Jonathan@WargamingRecon.com (Audio files welcome) Leave Telephone Voicemail: (347) 470-4263 Subscribe on iTunes Find us on Facebook Twitter Stitcher Radio Send a Voicemail (free, you only need a microphone and computer). Credits “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com. Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes. License This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license. Disclosure This post may contain links to products or services with which I have an affiliate relationship. I may receive commissions or bonuses from your actions on such links. Wargaming Recon is dedicated to the memory of long time listener Andrew who helped to give the show its name.  I ask all listeners to join me in[...]

In recent years we’ve recommended that listeners back a variety of Kickstarter projects.  This episode provides updates to some of those projects. Miniature Wargaming the Movie Introduced in Episode 148 in 2015. Documentary sought to be a comprehensive look at the wargaming hobby. Was recommended by Henry Hyde. Delivery of digital copies estimated for January 2016 with physical copies arriving December 2016. 2nd Kickstarter was launched to raise a further 19,000+ GBP on top of the original 5,000 GBP. Estimated delivery dates on the 2nd Kickstarter was pushed to November 2017 for both digital and physical copies of the documentary. A January 2018 update says things are nearing the end.  After many problems and setbacks it is hoped this will finally release in 2018. Hexographer 2 Shared on Episode 167 in 2016. Designer Joe Wetzel wanted to update his Hexographer software. Hexographer is an easy to use cross-platform map making software perfect for those creating a RPG or wargaming campaign or even those who just enjoy doing some worldbuilding. Jonathan used the original Hexographer for the Dedhampton Revolution (listen to Episode 90 for more on the Dedhampton Revolution). Estimated delivery of Hexographer 2 was February 2017.  I received mine by June 2017. Cigar Box Battle Double Sided Mats Cigar Box Battle is an incredible company making wargaming mats. We first discussed Cigar Box Battle in Episode 176 when we reviewed their mats. Co-owner Chris Ward discussed the company on Episode 183 when he alluded to the Kickstarter project. They asked for $1,5000 in funding and received over $71,000! This is the only Kickstarter I’ve backed where the product was delivered BEFORE the estimated delivery date. Everlasting the Best Wet Palette Launched in 2017 by Redgrass Games from France. They sought to create the best wet palette possible for painters of all stripes. They asked for 37,500 Euros and received 270,426 Euros. March 2018 is their estimated date of delivery.  Looking like it will more likely become an April 2018 delivery. Throughout the entire process their communication has been impeccable. Have to thank Enfilade for their support, which has allowed us to back this Kickstarter. Upcoming Kickstarters That Excite Us Cigar Box Battle has said they will do one in 2018.  No further information on dates or the product.  If it is anything like their double-sided mats it is sure to be fantastic! Peter Bryant from the Mythwits has a Kickstarter coming soon for a revised edition of his Cube of Death game.  We recommended his Rogue Chess Kickstarter on Episode 94.  Peter is coming on the show to discuss his Cube of Death Kickstarter. Dwarven Forge has TWO Kickstarters planned this year.  The first will be a smaller one focusing on more of their miniatures.  The plan is to expand their range by creating underserved miniatures (i.e. townspeople, seated figures, etc).  The second will be in line with their Dungeon of Doom Kickstarter from 2017.  It will expand their terrain range.  Stefan Pokorny and Nate Taylor from Dwarven Forge will be on the show in 2018 to discuss the two Kickstarters. Kickstarter for Wargamers With all this talk about Kickstarter and crowdfunding it can still be a tad confusing for a wargamer to understand it all if you’re unfamiliar.  We shared guidelines for what crowdfunding projects to back (and which to avoid) on Episode 118. Jonathan’s (Not a Lawyer) 5 Guidelines for Backing a Kickstarter Have a clear idea of your EXPECTATION. Determine if it matches what the project creator is doing. COMMUNICATE with the project creator BEFORE backing. This is the best way to ask questions. Only pledge when you KNOW the project creator, their work, or a respectable person you trust vouches for the creator and the project. Closely EXAMINE the Kickstarter project. Does it seem too good to be true? Is it unreasonable? Or impossible? Pledge no more money than you can afford to LOSE if things go s[...]