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Wargaming Recon #23: Learn to Play War at Sea

April 15, 2013 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

Learn to Play War at Sea.

Originally released on May 4, 2007 this recording is the 23rd episode of what is now known as Wargaming Recon. This episode has an interesting history that you’ll hear in the intro to the recording.

Some highlights from the episode are:

Play through of Axis & Allies: War at Sea
2007 Games Day Atlanta Golden Demon Winners
Battleground Games’ Spring 2007 Warmachine League
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Wargaming Recon #1: Introducing Wargaming Recon

January 31, 2013 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

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Introducing Wargaming Recon.

Originally released on August 17, 2006 this recording is the debut of what is now known as Wargaming Recon. Episode 1 was recorded as part of a requirement for an online class for work.

Some highlights from the episode are:

First mention of Battleground Games and Derek Lloyd
Discussion of Black Gobbo and GW Webway newsletters, both defunct
Review of Lord of the Rings miniatures new releases for GW game

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Wargaming Recon Episode 73: Historicon Giveaway

May 28, 2012 Jonathan J. Reinhart 1 Comment

Wargaming Recon 73: Historicon Giveaway [ 51:04 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (13)

Host Jonathan J. Reinhart announces a Historicon 2012 Giveaway, discusses the Dedhampton Revolution, reviews both Old Glory and the new Citadel Paints, shares some unknown Hexographer abilities, and has an after action report for Crisis Point run by Richard Crawley.

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CWF Game Cast Episode 53: Drew McCarthy and The Gate Stormers

May 01, 2011 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

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Host Jonathan J. Reinhart interviews his friend and fellow gamer, Drew McCarthy of The Gate Stormers.

The two sat down for a chat, replicating what they often do at Battleground Games & Hobbies. Drew talks about his love for role-playing games (RPGs) such as those for the World of Darkness system along with Dungeons & Dragons. The two discuss finding the right gaming group to play with.

They move on to discussing Warhammer 40k before spending the bulk of the show on The Gate Stormers. The Gate Stormers is a gaming blog and podcast, which Jonathan now co-hosts, focusing on southeastern Massachusetts gaming. It is made unique by its projects such as The Healthy Gamer and The Perfect Gaming Bag.

The conversation ends and the Music to Game By segment is back with Bailey Records’ “Mercurial Beginnings” from Stratos’ album Autumnal Summer.

As always we conclude with a message from our sponsor, 12-7-Games.com, contest sponsor Battlegames Magazine, our Creative Commons license and contact information (find us on Facebook and Twitter).

We hope you enjoy this episode of the CWF Game Cast and are eager for your feedback (both positive remarks and constructive criticism). Send it all to cwfgamecast at wargamingforums dot com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Xbox Live with gamertag cwfgamecast.

Our intro song is “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

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CWF Game Cast Episode 52: Neil Shuck & Meeples & Miniatures

April 24, 2011 Jonathan J. Reinhart 2 Comments

CWF #52: Neil Shuck & Meeples & Miniatures [ 1:26:20 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (45)

Host Tom Barbalet’s records this very special episode featuring one of the most influential and all-around great guy in the world of gaming podcasting. Tom interviews the one, the only, Neil Shuck of Meeples & Miniatures (M&M).

The two adopt a View from the Veranda format. They discuss a myriad of topics. Tom gets answers to all the subjects we’ve been dying to learn about. Neil tells all about his gaming history, how Meeples & Miniatures was born on Jan 2007, how Henry Hyde of Battlegames Magazine and Neil formed their incredible friendship, why the View from the Veranda started, who some of the notable M&M listeners are, and why Neil whispers on his show.

Both Tom and Neil reminisce about the early days of miniatures gaming. Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader, Warhammer Fantasy, the original Space Hulk, and Blood Bowl all receive mentions. Neil lists early gaming podcasts that influenced him such as Solo Wargaming, All About Miniatures, The Dice Tower, Boardgames to Go, and of course It’s Time for Games by Richard Denning who also wrote article(s), which appeared in the old Wargames Illustrated (before Battlefront acquired the magazine).

A little bit of time is spent discussing Warmachine, the early days of the CWF Game Cast (episode 1 debuted 8/17/2006), Neil’s accent, and listener feedback. Neil mentions how listener feedback helps to encourage him to continue podcasting.

The conversation ends and the Music to Game By segment is back with Bailey Records’ “Darkrider Returneth” from Stratos’ album Cybernet Official Roleplaying Soundtrack.

As always we conclude with a message from our sponsor, 12-7-Games.com, contest sponsor Battlegames Magazine, our Creative Commons license and contact information (find us on Facebook and Twitter).

We hope you enjoy this episode of the CWF Game Cast and are eager for your feedback (both positive remarks and constructive criticism). Send it all to cwfgamecast at wargamingforums dot com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Xbox Live with gamertag cwfgamecast.

The intro song is “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

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CWF Game Cast Episode 50 FIXED: WWPD News From the Front and Steven MacLauchlan

April 14, 2011 Jonathan J. Reinhart 1 Comment

CWF #50 FIXED: WWPD News From the Front and Steven MacLauchlan (3-16-11) [ 58:15 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (28)

FIXED version of Episode 50. iTunes only shows 1 second of audio. This new entry is the full Episode 50. If you previously downloaded Episode 50 you got the bad version. Please download this version. This only impacts those who download episodes via iTunes. We are very sorry for the inconvenience this has caused.

Host Tom Barbalet’s records this very special 50th episode to cover for Jonathan who was sick with the zombie flu (actually, a severe respiratory virus that grossly exacerbated his asthma). Tom interviews special guest Steven MacLauchlan of WWPD: News From the Front.

As usual the week in wargaming is discussed. Steven discusses Cold Wars 2011 while Tom briefly mentions working on his RPG based on his book Field of Chaos.

The two move on to the interview where Steven bares all. He explains how he got into gaming, how WWPD: News From the Front started, and which podcasts he regularly looks forward to and listens to (yes, we’re one of them). The two discuss the Vietnam War rules from Battlefront Miniatures along with Battlegames Magazine.

Tom explains the Field of Chaos Political Compass Contest to Steven while also poking fun at Jonathan, whom he refers to as “a hard-line communist” based on the Political Compass results. Submit your results directly to Tom at Tom@nobleape.com.

Tom then gives a wrap up of the War at Sea Contest, which is covered in detail by Jonathan at the conclusion of the show in a special segment.

Jonathan makes a brief appearance in a special segment, recorded on 4/3/11, discussing the War at Sea Contest. He reveals the winner, and runner-up, who both receive some prizes. Jonathan thanks everyone who participated, Battleground Games & Hobbies and Axis & Allies ForuMINI for allowing the contest to be promoted on their message boards, and all the prize sponsors:

12-7-Games.com
Battlegames Magazine
TotalCon
Imperium Star Games
Troll in the Corner

As always we conclude with a message from our sponsor, 12-7-Games.com, contest sponsor Battlegames Magazine, our Creative Commons license and contact information (find us on Facebook and Twitter).

We hope you enjoy this episode of the CWF Game Cast and are eager for your feedback (both positive remarks and constructive criticism). Send it all to cwfgamecast at wargamingforums dot com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Xbox Live with gamertag cwfgamecast.

The intro song is “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

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CWF Game Cast Episode 50: WWPD News From the Front and Steven MacLauchlan

April 04, 2011 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

CWF #50: WWPD News From the Front and Steven MacLauchlan (3-16-11) [ 58:15 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (28)

Host Tom Barbalet’s records this very special 50th episode to cover for Jonathan who was sick with the zombie flu (actually, a severe respiratory virus that grossly exacerbated his asthma). Tom interviews special guest Steven MacLauchlan of WWPD: News From the Front.

As usual the week in wargaming is discussed. Steven discusses Cold Wars 2011 while Tom briefly mentions working on his RPG based on his book Field of Chaos.

The two move on to the interview where Steven bares all. He explains how he got into gaming, how WWPD: News From the Front started, and which podcasts he regularly looks forward to and listens to (yes, we’re one of them). The two discuss the Vietnam War rules from Battlefront Miniatures along with Battlegames Magazine.

Tom explains the Field of Chaos Political Compass Contest to Steven while also poking fun at Jonathan, whom he refers to as “a hard-line communist” based on the Political Compass results. Submit your results directly to Tom at Tom@nobleape.com.

Tom then gives a wrap up of the War at Sea Contest, which is covered in detail by Jonathan at the conclusion of the show in a special segment.

Jonathan makes a brief appearance in a special segment, recorded on 4/3/11, discussing the War at Sea Contest. He reveals the winner, and runner-up, who both receive some prizes. Jonathan thanks everyone who participated, Battleground Games & Hobbies and Axis & Allies ForuMINI for allowing the contest to be promoted on their message boards, and all the prize sponsors:

12-7-Games.com
Battlegames Magazine
TotalCon
Imperium Star Games
Troll in the Corner

As always we conclude with a message from our sponsor, 12-7-Games.com, contest sponsor Battlegames Magazine, our Creative Commons license and contact information (find us on Facebook and Twitter).

We hope you enjoy this episode of the CWF Game Cast and are eager for your feedback (both positive remarks and constructive criticism). Send it all to cwfgamecast at wargamingforums dot com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Xbox Live with gamertag cwfgamecast.

The intro song is “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

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CWF Game Cast Episode 49: Tom Takes Over

March 28, 2011 Jonathan J. Reinhart 3 Comments

CWF #49: Tom Takes Over (3-7-11) [ 47:01 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (20)

Host Tom Barbalet’s records a solo show to cover for Jonathan who was sick with the zombie flu (actually, a severe respiratory virus that grossly exacerbated his asthma).

As usual the week in wargaming is discussed. Field of Chaos along with other book titles are mentioned. Tom gives thumbs up to a few of them.

He cites some of his favorite GW models such as Space Orks and Imperial Guard Steel Legion.

Tom reminds listeners about the War at Sea contest. It ends on March 31, 2011. He also unveils his own contest. The Field of Chaos Political Compass Contest will reward four listeners with their own physical copies of Tom’s book…Field of Chaos.

Listeners need to go to The Political Compass, answer the questions, and then e-mail Tom (at tom@nobleape.com) with the quadrant (top right, top left, bottom right, bottom left) that you are in.

One winner from each quadrant will receive a physical copy of the Field of Chaos. One lucky winner will also receive a copy of Battlegames Magazine courtesy of Henry Hyde.

While discussing the new contest, Tom reveals his funny side as he good-naturedly pokes fun at Jonathan.

Discussion winds down with Tom mentioning potential upcoming guests including Henry Hyde, (confirmed guest) Neil Shuck, and (confirmed guest) Steven MacLaughlin. Hyde is Editor of Battlegames Magazine, Shuck is host of the hugely popular Meeples & Miniatures podcast, and MacLaughlin is co-host of the amazing Flames of War oriented WWPD: News From the Front podcast.

As always we conclude with a message from our sponsor, 12-7-Games.com, contest sponsor Battlegames Magazine, our Creative Commons license and contact information (find us on Facebook and Twitter).

We hope you enjoy this episode of the CWF Game Cast and are eager for your feedback (both positive remarks and constructive criticism). Send it all to cwfgamecast at wargamingforums dot com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Xbox Live with gamertag cwfgamecast.

The intro song is “Downtown” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

*NOTE* Henry Hyde is the Editor of Battlegames Magazine. Battlegames Magazine is a recurring contest sponsor for us.

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Space Hulk Limited Edition: Thoughts

October 15, 2009 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

Recently a friend of mine purchased the Space Hulk Limited Edition and invited me to square off in a 1 vs 1 match. I’m familiar with the second edition of the game and thought it’d be fun to play this limited edition. It was.

There’s been a lot of hype and reviews of the game. Most of the reviews I’ve seen have great things to say. The Table Top Battlefield podcast did an entire episode (Season 3 Episode 19 (listen here)) reviewing the game with several of the hosts declaring it a contender for game of the year.

Playing this with my friend was a lot of fun. The tiles look nice, the models are expertly sculpted, the printing is good, and game play is a blast. But, I have one huge concern with this game. The lack of value.

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Games Workshop Price Hike Covers 40k, Warhammer Fantasy, Lord of the Rings, Specialist Games and More

May 23, 2009 Jonathan J. Reinhart No comments

Games Workshop has announced a new price increase, which will cover many popular products for 40k, Warhammer Fantasy, and Lord of the Rings. The price hike will also cover rulebooks, templates, hobby supplies (flock, glue, bases, spray paint). Some of the products to suffer from this increase are the new plastic Baneblade (it will now cost $99), Von Carstein Vampires (now $22), and even most mainstream plastic kits will now go for $41.25.

Although the economy is in the dumpster now seems to be the time to grab that Ork Stompa you wanted before it costs you over $100 with tax. Below you will find the list of all products affected by this hike. We broke the list down by game then faction. We show the current price and the increased price.

This is a very long list so you need to click the MORE link below to see the entire post.

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