Saga Ohio

Lots of good Saga conversation in this episode! Host Mike Demana is joined by his guest from Episode 01, Jim Beegan. The two discuss the potency of Jim's Jomsviking army, which he feels is one of the toughest in the game. Mike then introduces his next army, Carolingians, and they discuss tactics he has used in his battles so far and whether his list is too one-dimensional. After analyzing both armies, the pair talk about Jim's amazing pandemic project to create a slew of spring, summer, autumn, and winter boards -- each with its own set of packaged terrain (with all possible options!). Tune in and join in on the Saga goodness! Also see host Mike's Lead Legionaries blog: http://leadlegionaries.blogspot.com

Host Mike Demana welcomes Cincinnati-area Saga veteran Adrian John. The two discuss Adrian's favorite, all-time army: The Normans. They talk about how he fields his Normans and which abilities on the battle board give them the best chance of success. Mike then draws Adrian out on how he approaches a game and formulates his battle plans (of which Adrian is a master). They talk about the things to consider to give a warlord the best chance of prevailing in victory. Adrian shares his opinion on his current project, Graeculi for Age of Hannibal, and the two talk about what they'd like to see next from Studio Tomahawk. For battle reports from Saga Ohio game days, check out Mike's Lead Legionaries blog: http://leadlegionaries.blogspot.com/. Also see our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/898250580194501

Host Mike Demana is joined by Columbus area Tyler Putman. The two talk about Tyler's favorite army -- Irish from Age of Vikings. We discuss the strengths of the faction along with what battle board abilities Tyler uses regularly. They talk about the Irish's strengths and weaknesses. Tyler and Mike also talk painting -- including Tyler's recent air brushing and oil washes. They look ahead to the army he's working on, the Numidians from Age of Hannibal. Finally, they announce two Saga tournaments for 2021: Advance the Colors, Oct. 1-2 in Springfield, OH, and Cincycon 2021 in Cincinnati Oct 23.

In this episode, host Mike Demana chats with Jim Randall about his Byzantine army from Age of Crusades. Jim gives a historical background of the army in addition to detailing his warband composition. Jim talks about his basic battle plan with the Byzantines, along with how he uses the various forces in the army. Jim and Mike analyze the Byzantine battle board and how to get the most from the army's Advanced Saga abilities. Be sure to also check out the host's Lead Legionaries blog where you will read about the games Jim and other members of Saga Ohio have played: http://leadlegionaries.blogspot.com/. A special thanks and shout out to Joe and Jim on the Northern Tempest Saga podcast, as well as Rodge and Monty on Saga Thorday, for their kind words about this podcast! You guys are my inspiration!

Saga Ohio host Mike Demana welcomes Columbus Saga enthusiast Andy Swingle - one of the key players in the formation of our Saga Ohio group. The two talk about how the group came about. They also discuss the current army Andy's playing (Anglo-Saxons) and go in depth analyzing the battle board. They also discuss the optimum build for this army. Andy also talks a bit about his Age of Hannibal army, the Gauls, and the one game he played with them. Feel free to comment on this episode through the Anchor app!

Saga Ohio host Mike Demana welcomes Dayton area Saga enthusiast Jim Beegan for a chat about the miniatures game from Studio Tomahawk. Jim talks about his favorite armies, and the two analyze both the Viking and Jomsviking boards. They do detailed analysis on Jim's favorite - the Skraelings. Each talks about what's on their painting table, future projects, and upcoming Saga Game Days and a first-ever Saga Ohio tournament.