Episode 229 of The Independent Characters takes a long look at how the year of 2023 impacted Warhammer 40k, our experiences, and what we personally plan for in 2024. This is a long episode where we go month by month through the key products that Games Workshop released for Warhammer 40k and provide our opinions on how it all went down. We hope you enjoy Episode 229. Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro, Elite Choice, and Workbench 0:37:45 - 2023 Year in Review - Part 1 1:43:30 - 2023 Year in Review - Part 2 2:42:00 - Final Thoughts and show closing  Relevant Links:  PlayOn Tabletop The Army Painter The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Grimdark Terrain Games Workshop The Black Library Rogue Trader CRPG by OwlCat Games 

Episode 229 - 2023 Warhammer 40k Year in Review

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Episode 237 of The Independent Characters has special guest Dan Boyd of the 40k Badcast crew joining us to go into a deep dive about Necromunda House Orlock and exactly why he decided to model for the cover of the House of Iron book. We spend a lot of time talking about the Maelstrom Mixer 40k narrative event that Carl attended in San Jose, and then launch into a 2+ hour discussion about House Orlock. Get your combat shotguns ready, as we hope you enjoy Episode 237! Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro, Elite Choice, Hobby Progress, and Games Played 1:26:30 - Underhive Faction - House Orlock: Part 1 2:17:30 - Underhive Faction - House Orlock: Part 2 3:00:50 - Final Discussion and Show Closing  Relevant Links:  The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Goonhammer Media Network Games Workshop The Black Library 

Episode 237 - Underhive Factions: House Orlock

Episode 236 of The Independent Characters has us returning to the shelves and storage at the back of the Astronomicon to uncover more Warhammer 40k collectible materials. In our second go around of Rare Warhammer 40k Materials, Carl and Josh discuss several art books as well as a graphic novel which is set in the Horus Heresy era and completes a story that was left untold! With this episode being heavily art-focused, we would recommend checking out our YouTube Channel and seeing some of the graphics that are displayed in review. We hope you enjoy Episode 236! Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro, Elite Choice, Workbench and Hobby Progress 0:44:35 - Rare 40k Materials 2: Part 1 1:22:25 - Rare 40k Materials 2: Part 2 2:32:20 - Final Discussion and Show Closing  Relevant Links:  The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Games Workshop The Black Library 

Episode 236 - Rare 40k Materials 2

Episode 235 of The Independent Characters takes us, primarily, on a review and recounting of Adepticon from Josh and Jody's point of view. Originally we had expected to include a bunch of information about the various game stores and events Carl went to when on vacation in Australia, but things didn't quite work out as planned on that front. If you ARE interested in the Australia Trip, Carl will discuss that as bonus content for our Patreon members of all levels. However, Josh and Jody go into detail about Adepticon, what events they attended and provide some advice for those going in a long discussion. We hope you enjoy! Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro and Elite Choice 0:19:35 - Workbench and Hobby Progress 1:05:35 - Games Played and Adepticon 2:25:00 - Final Discussion and Show Closing  Relevant Links:  The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Chris Will (Nahumck) Therapy Website Games Workshop The Black Library 

Episode 235 - Adepticon Down Under Discussion

Episode 234 of The Independent Characters has us taking a close look at the Sociology of Warhammer 40K Gaming Groups. We will delve into the various social dynamics within Warhammer 40,000 gaming groups such as clubs, friend groups, tournament scenes, conventions, etc. We discuss how these microcosms build camaraderie, negotiate conflicts, and create inclusive spaces for diverse players.  We hope you enjoy the show! Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro, Elite Choice 0:12:30 - Workbench, and Hobby Progress 1:15:50 - Unity in the Grimdark Future: Part 1 2:15:30 - Unity in the Grimdark Future: Part 2 2:49:10 - Final Thoughts and show closing  Relevant Links:  The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Games Workshop The Black Library   

Episode 234 - Unity in the Grimdark Future

Episode 233 of The Independent Characters takes an in depth look at the psychology behind collecting Warhammer 40k. We are going to explore the benefits and pitfalls of the hobby and take a look at some strategies for not increasing your "closet of opportunity"... unless that makes you happy! To help us with this we are joined for an interview with Christopher Will, a psychologist operating out of Southern California. We didn't realize how long this episode had gotten as we explored this topic - so strap yourselves in for a pretty lengthy 3 hours of awesomeness! Time Stamps:  0:00:00 - Show Intro, Elite Choice, Workbench, and Hobby Progress 0:49:50 - The Psychology of Collecting Warhammer 40k: Part 1 1:34:00 - The Psychology of Collecting Warhammer 40k: Part 2 2:16:30 - Interview with Christopher Will 2:56:40 - Final Thoughts and show closing  Relevant Links:  The Independent Characters Patreon Tablewar! - SPONSOR Herrick Games & Hobbies - SPONSOR Chris Will (Nahumck) Therapy Website Games Workshop The Black Library 

Episode 229 - 2023 Warhammer 40k Year in Review

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