Wargaming Recon

Joerg Bender of Things from the Basement discusses their new Kickstarter project, his collaboration with 4Ground, and all things pertaining to Things from the Basement.

This is one episode you don't want to miss.

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Adrian & Jonathan discuss using Et sans resultat and Altar of Freedom for wargaming in 10mm and 6mm. These rules are intended for the Napoleonic wars and American Civil War respectively.

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Adrian & Jonathan discuss options for purchasing historical gaming products when your FLGS or favorite vendor doesn't carry what you want.

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Hope you enjoy this “Best of” episode from the 2018 podcast season. This one focuses on the Huzzah historical wargaming convention. Originally released on June 4, 2018 the episode discussed the games played and bought by Adrian & Jonathan.  Former co-host Mike Paine chosen this and joined Jonathan to record the intro for this "Best of" episode.

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. ”

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WARGAMING RECON ARMY aka Patreon

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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

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Contact Wargaming Recon

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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

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.

Hope you enjoy this “Best of” episode from the 2018 podcast season. This one focuses on Dungeon World. Originally released on October 29, 2018 the episode shared a roleplaying campaign in which the fellas play.  It is consistently a fan favorite and was chosen by Alex who recorded the intro for this "Best of" episode.

Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2019.

Open world collaborate storytelling is the name of the game with Dungeon World.  Anything is possible in a world you build with your fellow gamers and the game master.  Game master Rachael and players Adrian, Alex, and Jonathan discuss their Dungeon world campaign in this NOT family friendly episode of the show.

Dungeon World in print on Amazon [affiliate link]

Dungeon World in PDF on DriveThruRPG [affiliate link]

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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?

Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Hope you enjoy this “Best of” episode from the 2018 podcast season. This one focuses on Jonathan's struggles with anxiety. Originally released on July 2, 2018 the episode discussed some of the ways that tabletop gaming can help alleviate anxiety for him.

Don’t worry! We’ll be back with NEW episodes of Wargaming Recon in 2019.

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.

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:

[email protected] (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.  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.

Alex & Jonathan have a chat.  They discuss how to stay involved with the hobby during the holidays, look back at their 2018 gaming, and brainstorm for 2019.

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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?

Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Listeners participated in an Ask Me Anything of the Wargaming Recon crew.  Jonathan J. Reinhart answered as many questions as possible in the episode.  If your questions didn't make it into the episode you can still e-mail them to Jonathan for use in a future episode.

Wargaming Recon Army members get newest episodes FIRST

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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?

Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Miniature Wargaming the Movie is the documentary making you realize how emotionally invested you are into this hobby we all love.  Alex joins Jonathan to discuss and review this film directed by Joseph Piddington and Kickstarted by many people including Wargaming Recon.

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Alex's Rating: 

Jonathan's Rating: 

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Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.

Got trouble picking what to buy the gamer in your life?  Have no fear, the Holiday Gift Guide 2018 is here!

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JONATHAN'S LIST

UNDER $20

Set of 6 custom wooden dice from Token Effort Games $18

28mm Anti-tank gun position from Ironclad Miniatures $4.28

Loctite ultra control gel super glue from Amazon $4.19 (AFFILIATE LINK)

UNDER $50

Testors Dullcote 4 pack from Amazon $23.99 (AFFILIATE LINK)

Feudal Japan Temple Set from Things From the Basement $45.50 

Dungeon World rulebook from Amazon $24.49 (AFFILIATE LINK) 

$100 & UP

Red Dragon Inn bundle sets 1-6 from Amazon $174.99 (AFFILIATE LINK)

Professionally painted unit from Iron Hammer Studio approximately $150 ($5 per figure)

Two DBA armies with terrain from Magister Militum price varies

PETER'S LIST

UNDER $20

Clash of Steel card game from Amazon $14.99 (AFFILIATE LINK)

Object Sheets dungeon furniture from ArcKnight $15

Mastermind Codebreaker from Amazon $9.50 (AFFILIATE LINK)

UNDER $50

Word Expression the game of Ur from Amazon $47.99 (AFFILIATE LINK)

The Duke Lord's Legacy from Amazon $39.95 (AFFILIATE LINK)

Risk from Amazon $22.97 (AFFILIATE LINK)

$100 AND UP

Zucati Elementals Meteorite dice from Zucati $3,000

Star Trek adventures Borg cube collector's edition box set from Modiphius Entertainment $512.99

Atari home arcade from Hammacher Schlemmer $399.95

 

MIKE'S LIST

UNDER $20

Rogue Chess full set from GameCrafter $20.99

Action News game of television from The Contender $30

UNDER $50

Ratree Shop handmade puzzle set from Amazon $54.98 (AFFILIATE LINK)

BB-8 by Sphero remote control droid from Amazon $67 (AFFILIATE LINK)

$100 AND UP

Thorn dice set from Shapeways $119

Marvel Thor hammer tool set from ThinkGeek $99.99

Voltron by LEGO $179.99

 

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?

Credits

“Downtown” by Matthew Ebel is our theme song.  Jeremy Kostiew designed our podcast logo.  Joshua Shoobridge 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.