Wargaming Recon

Star Wars Armada is the not entirely new starship battle game set in the Star Wars universe.  We compare and contrast it with the Star Wars X-wing Miniatures game.  You'll also discover our recommendation for if YOU should play Armada.

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. ”

Do You Like Wargaming Recon, then Review the show

If you like what you hear please consider reviewing us on iTunes & Stitcher Radio.

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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 AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018.

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

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

Contact Wargaming Recon

We hope you enjoy this episode of Wargaming Recon and welcome your feedback. Send it all to:

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Credits

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

Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and 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.

Choosing what games to play at a convention, game day, trade, show etc can be difficult. But here we can help make your decision easier! Here are some tips!

HUZZAH

Adrian and I will be at Huzzah May 18-20, 2018. We will be doing a live recording there on Sunday May 20th. If you're at the con you can attend the live recording. We may also get 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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content. Big changes are here for 2018.

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

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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

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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.

Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and 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.

We switch up our normal proceedings to talk about Y-O-U.  This episode reveals some of the results from our first ever listener survey.  Tune in to learn why we're doing this and to discover who are your fellow listeners.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

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 205 releasing on Apr 9 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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

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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.

Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and 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.

Everyone talks about the big game companies. But, what about some of the smaller ones you've yet to discover? Stay tuned while we share some of the smaller game companies we love.

Small Game Companies We Love

Cigar Box Battle

Wargamers' Terrain

Leadbear's Tufts

Chris Parker Games

Wargames Illustrated

Things From the Basement

Inkwell Ideas

Announcements

Listener Survey

First ever listener survey being done.  Will only take 3 minutes of your time to answer 10 questions.  This will help us to improve the show by learning a little more about your listening habits along with what content you want us to put on the show.  Please take the survey and share it with your friends.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

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 205 releasing on Apr 9 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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

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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.

Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and 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.

Sometimes life gets so busy that you can't game with your buddies like you used to.  What do you do when that happens?  We share 5 tips to help you manage.

5 Tips

Game remotely

Find a new group of gamers

Play a different game

Use other aspects of the hobby

Spend time with other friends or family

Game Remotely

Use Youtube Live/Google Hangouts on Air to play games with your friends.  All you need is a computer with a microphone and webcam.  You could also use something like Roll20 or Fantasy Grounds if playing a roleplaying game is your style.

Find a New Group of Gamers

Visit your local game store or club.  They often have dedicated gaming nights.  Just check their online calendar.  Fridays, for example, tend to be for Friday Night Magic.  Other nights may be for board games, or miniatures gaming, or RPGs.  You could also try using Meetup to find an existing group of gamers or to start your own group.

Play a Different Game

Switch it up by playing another game you like with a group of friends who may not normally like playing what you usually do.  Many board games have digital versions you can download as apps for your smartphones and tablets.  You can also use Steam to easily play computer games.

Use Other Aspects of the Hobby

You don't need to be gaming to sate your gaming desire.  Why not listen to gaming podcasts, paint minis, build terrain, and research histories or read about the setting?  Watching videos can be useful, too.  There's lots of how to videos or even actual play content on Youtube.  If you'd like to give an actual play video a try, we strongly recommend Tassels Plays.  It is a channel run by the daughter of friend of the show Jay Libby.  She does a great job creating entertaining and interesting videos.

Spend Time With Other Friends or Family

Inasmuch as we love to play games, we cannot game all the time.  Chances are we have non-gamer friends who'd like to spend time with us.  Why not use this opportunity to reconnect with them?  Or you could switch gears and engage in more qualify family time with your significant other and/or children.  There might even be a project you've put off at home that you can cross off that honey do list.

 

Announcements

Listener Survey

First ever listener survey being done.  Will only take 3 minutes of your time to answer 10 questions.  This will help us to improve the show by learning a little more about your listening habits along with what content you want us to put on the show.  Please take the survey and share it with your friends.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

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 205 releasing on Apr 9 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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

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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.

Jonathan J. Reinhart edited the audio for this episode and 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.

In this weeks exciting episode Picard meets Obi Wan Kenobi in this wondrous cross over of the Mythwits and Wargaming Recon! This all takes place at TotalCon 2018! The lads talk about all that is wargaming at the con! Also a little bit about Cosplay!

Wargaming Recon

Jonathan is the owner and host of the Wargaming Recon podcast, which releases new episodes twice a month (You should know this by now). Jonathan was also an editor of Troll in the Corner where he wrote about wargaming. He’s been a miniatures gamer/wargamer since 2000 and a board gamer for even longer. He now is a member of the TSR Network and is currently corrupting his daughter into the world of Geekdom.

The Mythwits

Peter Bryant and Mike Kafe combined, make up the MythWits, a geek pop culture talk show. The show focuses on geek subject matter and presents it with comedy and wit. Most weeks we have an industry established guest host who sits in on the show. We are known primarily for our interviews, but we also do comedy bits and play games.

This show is mostly safe for work. We say bad words and talk about adult situations but it's really not that bad.

Check out the live show every Monday night at 9pm eastern time (UTC-05:00) on our Facebook page. We invite you to ask questions via our chat room. You can also catch all of our encore presentations on our YouTube page. If you'd rather just listen to the podcast version you can listen on our PodBean page or subscribe to our iTunes feed.

Nerd Rage News

Stephen Wollet - Steve was born in Battlecreek Michigan on July 4, 1969, A true Patriot. He joined the US Army and served during the years of the Panama invasion and Desert Storm. Steve has worked in Cancer Research at Johns Hopkins, been a land surveyor, a paramedic, herbalist, and an alternative health care consultant. But why is this important???? Becasue Steve has released the documentary: Word from a Gamer!

 

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use 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 204 releasing on Mar 26 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and 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.

Cube of Death is unlike anything you've ever seen.  It's a trivia game.  No wait.  It's a roleplaying game.  Wait, its a card game.  Actually...it is all three of those things.

The Kickstarter

Cube of Death will launch to Kickstarter in the spring or summer of 2018.  There will be over 600 cards in the game.  Separate decks provide characters, an adventure deck of rooms, and also the many different trivia questions.  Depending on the level at which one backs the Kickstarter project you will receive various rewards.

The game is being launched by TSR and will appear on the TSR Kickstarter account instead of Peter Bryant's.  Peter used his own to launch Rogue Chess.

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements.

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.

 

TotalCon 2018

Wargaming Recon was at TotalCon 2018.  We recorded a crossover episode with the Mythwits.  This recording was open to the public!  If you've ever wanted to see a podcast episode in the making we hope you were sure to check this out.  It is NOT an official event.  We shared further details on our social media (i.e. time and location).  It should be that Saturday during the dinner break.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use 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 203 releasing on Mar 12 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and 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.

In recent years we've recommended that listeners back a variety of Kickstarter projects.  This episode provides updates to some of those projects.

Miniature Wargaming the Movie

Introduced in Episode 148 in 2015.

Documentary sought to be a comprehensive look at the wargaming hobby.

Was recommended by Henry Hyde.

Delivery of digital copies estimated for January 2016 with physical copies arriving December 2016.

2nd Kickstarter was launched to raise a further 19,000+ GBP on top of the original 5,000 GBP.

Estimated delivery dates on the 2nd Kickstarter was pushed to November 2017 for both digital and physical copies of the documentary.

A January 2018 update says things are nearing the end.  After many problems and setbacks it is hoped this will finally release in 2018.

Hexographer 2

Shared on Episode 167 in 2016.

Designer Joe Wetzel wanted to update his Hexographer software.

Hexographer is an easy to use cross-platform map making software perfect for those creating a RPG or wargaming campaign or even those who just enjoy doing some worldbuilding.

Jonathan used the original Hexographer for the Dedhampton Revolution (listen to Episode 90 for more on the Dedhampton Revolution).

Estimated delivery of Hexographer 2 was February 2017.  I received mine by June 2017.

Cigar Box Battle Double Sided Mats

Cigar Box Battle is an incredible company making wargaming mats.

We first discussed Cigar Box Battle in Episode 176 when we reviewed their mats.

Co-owner Chris Ward discussed the company on Episode 183 when he alluded to the Kickstarter project.

They asked for $1,5000 in funding and received over $71,000!

This is the only Kickstarter I've backed where the product was delivered BEFORE the estimated delivery date.

Everlasting the Best Wet Palette

Launched in 2017 by Redgrass Games from France.

They sought to create the best wet palette possible for painters of all stripes.

They asked for 37,500 Euros and received 270,426 Euros.

March 2018 is their estimated date of delivery.  Looking like it will more likely become an April 2018 delivery.

Throughout the entire process their communication has been impeccable.

Have to thank Enfilade for their support, which has allowed us to back this Kickstarter.

Upcoming Kickstarters That Excite Us

Cigar Box Battle has said they will do one in 2018.  No further information on dates or the product.  If it is anything like their double-sided mats it is sure to be fantastic!

Peter Bryant from the Mythwits has a Kickstarter coming soon for a revised edition of his Cube of Death game.  We recommended his Rogue Chess Kickstarter on Episode 94.  Peter is coming on the show to discuss his Cube of Death Kickstarter.

Dwarven Forge has TWO Kickstarters planned this year.  The first will be a smaller one focusing on more of their miniatures.  The plan is to expand their range by creating underserved miniatures (i.e. townspeople, seated figures, etc).  The second will be in line with their Dungeon of Doom Kickstarter from 2017.  It will expand their terrain range.  Stefan Pokorny and Nate Taylor from Dwarven Forge will be on the show in 2018 to discuss the two Kickstarters.

Kickstarter for Wargamers

With all this talk about Kickstarter and crowdfunding it can still be a tad confusing for a wargamer to understand it all if you're unfamiliar.  We shared guidelines for what crowdfunding projects to back (and which to avoid) on Episode 118.

Jonathan’s (Not a Lawyer) 5 Guidelines for Backing a Kickstarter

Have a clear idea of your EXPECTATION. Determine if it matches what the project creator is doing.

COMMUNICATE with the project creator BEFORE backing. This is the best way to ask questions.

Only pledge when you KNOW the project creator, their work, or a respectable person you trust vouches for the creator and the project.

Closely EXAMINE the Kickstarter project. Does it seem too good to be true? Is it unreasonable? Or impossible?

Pledge no more money than you can afford to LOSE if things go sour.

 

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements.

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.

 

TotalCon 2018

Wargaming Recon will be at TotalCon 2018.  We are recording a crossover episode with the Mythwits.  This recording is open to the public!  If you've ever wanted to see a podcast episode in the making be sure to check this out.  It is NOT an official event.  We will share further details on our social media (i.e. time and location).  It should be that Saturday during the dinner break.

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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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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use 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 202 releasing on Feb 26 2018

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Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

Contact Wargaming Recon

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

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and wrote the show notes.

License

This recording is licensed under a Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 3.0 license.

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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.

Celebrate the show's 200th episode by discovering what ONE game the fellas would share with another gamer.  Listeners join the fun by sharing their pick to share.

Mailbag

Listener One Game Picks:

Alyssa from Enfilade says "Bear Yourselves Valiantly for the double-activation method and interesting dice for attacks and counter attacks."

Laurence says "C&C:Ancients (Amazon affiliate link). Easy to teach, easy to play, great tactile feel and just great fun. You play the game and not the rules."

J Harrison says "I'd go with "Operation Tannhauser (Amazon affiliate link)". It's a first person shooter, with great, painted mini's, lots of room to roam, and several great map boards. It's easy to teach and your in the middle of things quickly...the options are endless... pick your teams, open and create-able...scenarios and you can add whatever you like... rabid dogs, zombies, and such from other games... you can even take the tiles from "Mansions of Madness (Amazon affiliate link)" or "Gears of War (Amazon affiliate link)" and a create new battles ... great game"

Glenn says "Way to go! Two games, Sharp Practice 2, small model count, and driving storyline built in Fire and Fury / Regimental, who doesn't love the American Civil War, and the rules just keep working well And OK, a third, Sword and the Flame, colonial fighting, hordes of Zulus or Afghans or whatever, very literary!"

Jay from the Veteran Wargamer podcast says "Stargrunt II (Amazon affiliate link), not terribly well known, models small unit actions very well and has a very subtle morale system."

Richard says "March attack ,Napoleonic. Easy to learn rules with a real historical feel."

Mac says "Interests? I would highly recommend any rule set by Too Fat Lardies"

Ian says "Rapid Fire WW2. It is a fairly quick play set of rules which can be easily adapted to suit most occasions. The scenario books give good games which the forces are fairly historically accurate, which takes away a lot of the power gamer opportunies"

Steve Wollett from Nerd Rage News and the A Word from a Gamer documentary says "1st or 2nd edition - BTRC Timelords, one of the best RPG's ever written Then again just about every game that company has made has been pretty good."

John says "We The People/George Washington's War (Amazon affiliate link) - The game is fun, not hard to learn , and has a variety of game mechanics, card -driven, point-to-point movement, and tactile generals to move. Plus you learn about history from the events, geography too; I have used in small classes."

David says "good games for kids"

David D says "D and D (Amazon affiliate link). Any edition. Except 4th, obviously. Why? Because it was the first. It started an industry, it's helped millions of people come out of their shells, meet new people, forge new friendships, learn problem solving skills, the importance of always rolling the bodies."

Wargaming Recon One Game Picks:

Adrian picked Advanced Squad Leader (Amazon affiliate link)

Alex says "I won’t be there for the recording sadly - obligations. My game is probably no surprise. Song of Blades and Heroes (Amazon affiliate link). Reason - learning that rule set.  means you have learned the rules to other games by Ganesha in various periods and settings. One size fits almost all."

Jonathan picked Black Powder (Amazon affiliate link)

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use 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 201 releasing on Feb 12 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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

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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.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and 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.

Discover the plans for 2018 as Jonathan discusses what's happening in the beginning of the podcast season.  He also talks about Ultimate General: Civil War and shares some of the changes at the show.

Recent Gaming

Ultimate General: Civil War has caught Jonathan's attention.  Learn a bit about the game such as its improvements over Ultimate General: Gettysburg (mentioned on the Holiday Gift Guide 2014 episode),

Mailbag

From Twitter:

Listener @Roll_a_one included Wargaming Recon in its list of best wargaming podcasts of 2017 saying "the following are the hobby related ones I have found especially inspirational this year and I am grateful they are doing what they do...Wargames Recon – enthusiasm can go a long way, this one goes miles!"

Wargaming Recon Facebook Group 

Some great discussion about the previous episode.  Especially the Test of Honor FAQ and distribution announcements.

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. ”

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 AND you’ll get exclusive content.  Big changes are here for 2018.

Thank you to:

Patrick

Reminders

We suggest Mobile Users use 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 199 releasing on Jan 15 2018

Subscribe to us on iTunes

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew, Troll ITC’s logo designer, for our amazing logo. Check out his portfolio at MightyNightGaunt.com

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.

Joshua Shoobridge edited the audio for this episode and 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.