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September 28 Ep.98 FAQ September 2026 | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny runs through the Latest FAQ, summarising housekeeping updates, rule clarifications and a few controversial changes that could affect gameplay.
He highlights key points including one-shot weapon wording, ambush AP/HE confusion, infantry slingshot assaults on vehicles, flamethrower/morale timing, and concerns about growing exceptions to the main rules. He also covers notable army errata and point adjustments across Germany, Britain, Soviet Union, Japan, Italy and the Commonwealth.
Comments and corrections are invited, and Jonny signs off with a reminder about the upcoming English Open and the reserve list for entries.

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43 min
July 29 Ep.97 Welsh Nationals Review. Campaigns & Using AI in Bolt Action | Bolt Action Podcast
Ben is back for Episode 97!

This week we're looking back at the Bolt Action Welsh Nationals in Cardiff, discussing the event, standout armies, the evolving tournament meta and some of the biggest talking points from the weekend.

We also dive into Campaign Mode in Bolt Action; how it changes the game, why narrative play deserves more attention, and ideas for getting more from your gaming group.

Also, we explore how AI can help Bolt Action players, from creating campaign content and scenarios to generating army backgrounds, mission ideas and hobby inspiration. Whether you're a competitive tournament player or a narrative enthusiast, there's something here for every Bolt Action fan.

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48 min
June 26 Ep.96 Armies of the Commonwealth V3 | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny and Phil unpack Warlord’s new Armies of the Commonwealth book, a standalone V3 supplement covering Australia, Canada, East Africa Command, India, New Zealand and South Africa. They explain how each nation’s special rules and unique units work, and how the generic Commonwealth roster ties it all together.
Highlights include Australian infiltrators and fanatical defenders, Canadian stubbornness and vehicle upgrades, East Africa’s local-area tactics and camel riders, India’s Gurkha and mountain options, New Zealand’s steadfast infantry and Maoris, plus South Africa’s vehicle bonuses. The hosts discuss playstyles, modeling tips and tournament implications in a breezy, tactical overview.

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1 hr 6 min
June 13 Ep.95 South Coast GT Debrief & Meta Analysis | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny and Phil review the South Coast GT weekend: venue praise, the 1,000‑point pack, mission choices, and how the tables and timing worked. Phil also announces the details of English Open (Warfare, 14–15 November, 1066 points, thematic lists) and explains booking details and incentives.
The episode covers competitive meta takeaways — Japan’s strong showing, the value of veteran troops and dice count, the role of armour and flamethrowers, and tips on listbuilding — and finishes with results and awards, including the top placings and community shoutouts.

Links:
🏆 English Open at Warfare 2026
🎟️ Tickets: https://wargamesreading.co.uk/product/warfare-2026-bolt-action/
📅 English Open Facebook Event
🚧 Coming soon!

🥇 South Coast GT Results & Standings
https://www.tommies.to/scgt
📊 BABS Rankings & Results
https://www.tommies.to/babs
🇬🇧 Tommies Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/tabltoptommies

🎲 Competent Wargaming Events
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586156015717
📖 CWE Organised Play Guide for Bolt Action
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yCTdyx9eZAkDBYzDcYjZU3BNxfB_J3Xx?usp=sharing
🏢 The Warp
https://www.facebook.com/IntoTheWarp

🗺️ Tommies Tournament Missions
https://www.tommies.to/missions

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55 min
May 17 Ep.94 WTC Debrief | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny is joined by some Bolt Action Legends who also happen to be WTC Captains: Paul Wickens (Team Wales), Bo Mortensen (Team Denmark) and Phil Crowcroft — to break down the World Team Championship: format, list building, and the new extra-list options.

They discuss mission balance (objectives, kill points, movement, and controversial Fog of War/sticky Timely), terrain quality, team selection methods (BABS/ELO and captain picks), prep strategies and playtesting, and captain tools like Paul's the famous binder.

Key drama includes tight finishes, time-management problems (unfinished activations and the chess clock debate), dice luck stories, shared-dice etiquette, and close results that left teams celebrating successes and learning lessons for next year.

Links: English Open at Warfare 2026: https://wargamesreading.co.uk/product/warfare-2026-bolt-action/
Bo's Channel: ⁨@boltactiontutorialsbybomor3846⁩
BABS: https://www.tommies.to/babs
TT Missions: https://www.tommies.to/missions
Bo' Commander's Compendium: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1ASg9jJeGZpV4C_hZnXNHRoZneesSpNwQ

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1 hr 34 min
March 23 Ep.93 Armies of Italy V3 | Bolt Action Podcast
Nick and the Jonny walk through the new Italian army book, highlighting national characteristics, key unit choices, and notable upgrades — from vehicle rerolls and fieldcraft Alpini to flamethrower engineers and versatile transports.
The episode balances historical flavor with practical list-building, discusses late-war subfactions, and offers takeaways for competitive and thematic players alike.

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2 hr 3 min
February 19 Ep.92 How to Win the British Championship | Bolt Action Podcast
Legendary UK tournament player Gary joins Tabletop Tommies to explain how the Bolt Action British Championship works, the four key tournaments involved, and how the championship has changed this year.
He also shares concise Bolt Action advice to help players improve their tournament results covering everything from army selection, unit choices, and deployment tricks, to in-game mindset.

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43 min
January 31 Ep.91 Jan FAQ & Errata | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny breaks down the latest FAQ and errata from Warlord Games for Bolt Action, covering rulebook clarifications and army-specific changes. Highlights include spotter and forward observer updates, vehicle shooting arc rulings, banner visibility, and notable unit tweaks for British, Soviet, and Japanese forces.
He also critiques odd Banzai rules and points out inconsistencies between different FAQ sections, finishing with his take on what this means for gameplay and future updates.

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25 min
January 05 Ep.90 Armies of Imperial Japan V3 | Bolt Action Podcast
Tabletop Tommies explores Warlord Games' new Armies of Imperial Japan book with long-time Japan player Ben. They breakdown national rules, unit upgrades, and rule changes like Banzai, plus new unit choices from paratroopers to flamethrower teams.
The hosts tier and analyze standout units, discuss competitive potential and list-building strategies, and highlight the rules players should watch for when testing the book in tournaments.

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2 hr 13 min
December 14, 2025 Ep.89 Armies of the Soviet Union V3 | Bolt Action Podcast
Jonny and Michael break down the Armies of the Soviet Union book for Bolt Action V3, covering national rules, standout units, artillery, and vehicles. They highlight strong competitive options, useful niche choices, and weaker traps. The episode offers practical list-building tips, thematic ideas, and event-ready advice for newer and experienced players.

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1 hr 35 min

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Tabletop Tommies is a podcast that focuses on Bolt Action, the popular World War II themed tabletop wargame. Hosted by Jonny and Phil, the podcast delves into the game’s intricacies, discussing…