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🔥 CREATOR Q&A #2 IS LIVE! 🔥

Toss another log on the fire, everybody.... in this episode of Campfire Cuts, Paul sits down with creator, community innovator, and recent 8K subscriber milestone achiever Dunnells in the Wild (@DunnellsintheWild)!

Whether you're grinding theHunter: Call of the Wild or tracking realistic trophies in Way of the Hunter, Dunnells breaks down what it takes to balance both massive franchises, build essential community tools, and capture top-tier harvests.

In this episode, we cover:

• Creator Origin & Channel Growth: Dunnells' jump from real-world hunting to outdoors YouTube and building an 8K hunting sim community.

• Trophy Lodge Showdown: Comparing Top 2-3 trophies in COTW vs. WOTH and contrasting the "trophy seeking" experience across both games.

• State of the Games: Looking back at COTW's peak era, initial thoughts on Patch 9.3 and the Taruca Great One, and the evolving landscape of WOTH.

• HuntHub App: How Dunnells developed the game-changing HuntHub Community Trophy Database and how it empowers hunters.

• WOTH2 & Future Predictions: 2 things he's most excited about for upcoming WOTH updates, 1 major concern, and advice for aspiring creators!

  CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro

  01:12 Q1 - What introduced you to theHunter Call of the Wild?

  03:04 Q2 - Any hunting experience in the real outdoors?

  05:15 Q3 - Explain your channel name?

  06:20 Q4 - When was a 'breakout moment' for your channel?

  09:29 Q5 - Favorite COTW trophies?

  12:07 Q6 - Favorite WOTH2 trophies?

  13:32 Q7 - Compare & contrast COTW vs WOTH2 'trophy-seeking' experience: which game gets it right?

  16:37 Q8 - What was COTW's "peak era"?

  19:06 Q9 - COTW State of the Game & Why is it "losing" you?

  21:52 Q10 - What led you to play Way of the Hunter 2?

  24:04 Q11 - Will COTW's next major update ease concerns?

  24:49 Q12 - WOTH2 Launch: Most EXCITED & most NERVOUS for?

  27:47 Q13 - FAN QUESTION: What inspired your HuntHub trophy site?

  30:56 Q14 - Best advice for aspiring Hunting Gaming creators?

  32:31 Q15 - ONE takeaway message for listeners?

  33:31 Dunnells in the Wild - Content Places & Connect Info

👉 Connect with Dunnells in the Wild:

• YouTube: @DunnellsintheWild

• Discord: https://discord.gg/DnggSucXRF

• HuntHub App: HuntHub — Unofficial theHunter: Call of the Wild Companion

  💬 Join the Wild Diamonds Discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/DAbUsUBZpC

  Thanks for listening to a Reserve Radio Network production.

Grab a seat by the fire, hit subscribe, and let us know your thoughts in the show notes/comments! 🪵🎯

Welcome to Episode #3 of Campfire Cuts! In this episode, Diamonds sits down with AnimalGuy and Onyx for an in-depth, 25-minute conversation all about one of the most iconic big-game species in hunting games: the Elk.

We kick off the show with real-life Elk encounters before diving headfirst into virtual hunting talk across theHunter: Call of the Wild (COTW) and Way of the Hunter (WOTH). Together, we break down our best trophy harvests, debate which game currently holds the best—and worst—3D Elk models, and discuss the visual and rack improvements needed to bring in-game Elk up to true-to-life realism.

Plus, we each reveal our #1 biggest grievance with current in-game Elk, share our top strategies for tracking down Diamond scores and rare fur variants, brainstorm our dream "Great One" Elk concept (complete with atypical non-typical rack ideas!), and predict which upcoming map regional location and subspecies might bring us the next great Elk hunt.

In this episode, we cover:

• Real-world Elk sightings and field experiences

• Show-and-tell of our favorite and rarest trophy Elk harvests

• Animal model comparisons: COTW vs. WOTH (TruRACS, body proportions, and textures)

• The #1 issue holding back current in-game Elk representations

• Tips for finding Diamond-tier and rare fur Elk in-game

• Designing our ultimate "Great One" Elk wishlist and atypical rack concepts

• Speculating on future hunting game maps, regions, and Elk subspecies

Grab a seat by the fire, tune in, and let us know your thoughts on current in-game Elk models in the comments or community posts!

Watch the YouTube version for a hybrid-visual video w/ screenshots, video clips, and supporting text.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro - Start the Fire00:47 Two Guests Introduced & Real Elk Encounters02:06 Elk as Our Favorite Animal02:43 Our BEST Elk Trophies (COTW & WOTH)04:33 Call of the Wild - Elk Needs?07:25 IT'S TIME For the Great One Elk!08:00 Way of the Hunter - Elk Needs?09:24 Real-Life Elk Racks vs In-Game Challenges10:59 Diamond Tips: Roosevelt Elk13:01 Diamond Tips: Manitoban Elk14:06 Are Manitoban Elk Hunted Much?15:18 Diamond Tips: Rocky Mountain Elk17:14 GREAT ONE ELK - Your Dream Racks?19:33 Design Approach for G1 Elk20:22 Speculate the Next NEW Elk Maps!23:20 Elk Golf Story at Banff NP24:00 Two Guests Funny Outro

Welcome to Episode 4 of Hunters’ Hub Weekly on Reserve Radio! In this episode, we tackle the massive community fallout and impressions surrounding Call of the Wild's new Taruca Great One and Patch 9.3, break down early gameplay features for Hunting Simulator 3, explore bowhunting and Hippo caliber guides in Way of the Hunter 2, and react to the official reveal trailer for Project Hunt!We also reward the 4 Best community trophies I found for COTW and WOTH players this week.---⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:51 Segment 1 - FIELD GUIDE (Summary)03:00 Segment 2 - WARDEN'S WIRE (CotW Update!)09:06 Segment 3 - CAMPFIRE CONNECT (HS3, WOTH2 & Project Hunt)12:53 Segment 4 - HEROIC HUNTS! (Best Community Trophies)18:21 ANNOUNCEMENT: New Bi-Weekly Format!20:15 Segment 5 - Trailhead Topic🔗 CREDITS & SOURCES CITEDSEGMENT 2 - WARDEN'S WIRE-> COTW: Taruca Grind, Weapon Pack & Update Reactions* "I Went FULL COWBOY in COTW... (this DLC is crazy)" by @Rooster: (https://youtu.be/rh1voZOD6qk?si=bfjLeLtupDIMcC8m)* "The OLD WEST WEAPONS Are SMOKIN'! (Early Access)" by @LadyLegendXO: (https://youtu.be/L1SyVx4Y5wY?si=85a1szDvbLf1Sm4A)* "The New Fallow Deer Racks Might Be the BEST Part of the New Update..." by @Scarecrow: (https://youtu.be/hD7IRElxWZI?si=712bWElIcuAdXBW-)* "JBizHunts: 15 Questions on the Taruca Great One, Creator Life & COTW Predictions" by @WildDiamonds: (https://youtu.be/4V5RRFaKupQ?si=WDFqSHyne1A-pVVQ)* JBizHunts 9/10 Reaction (Short) by @WildDiamonds: (https://youtube.com/shorts/nya6LswMMoA?si=C28yR1V5tORB9qfP)* "COTW Is Losing Me... Here's Why" by @DunnellsintheWild: (https://youtu.be/my6-KkbuZY4?si=HULKx9ERUPJ_1awe)* "Did EW Just Kill COTW...?" by @TheNinja:(https://youtu.be/pjRBQCA4U48?si=ZTIzk_odTk5TSt0)---SEGMENT 3 - CAMPFIRE CONNECT-> HUNTING SIMULATOR 3"Gameplay Overview" by PS5 Games: (https://youtu.be/64ZoP6A4AXc?si=9_v5M86GX-TR80Bw)-> WAY OF THE HUNTER 2"What Is the Minimum Caliber to Kill a Hippo!?" by HUNT: (https://youtu.be/6rMlXUK7rhI?si=r5kID4zy7QtcuhtK)"WOTH2 Bowhunting Guide | 3 Methods to Master the Bow!" by Sim Hunter: (https://youtu.be/BLZbfY1B-_M?si=-VO0Go2sepvpiyUD)-> PROJECT HUNT"The Most Underrated Hunting Game Out There This Game Is Among The BEST!" by @TheNinja: (https://youtu.be/EAW3b-3nwos?si=WWkNP7HCExk8GZVr)"PROJECT HUNT - Official Main Trailer" by ProjectHunt: (https://youtu.be/w_xU5sbush4?si=60cmMutp7BHnn68I)

💬 Join the Discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/DAbUsUBZpC#HuntersHubWeekly #COTW #WOTH2 #HuntingSimulator3 #ProjectHunt #TarucaG1 #OldWestWeapons #ReserveRadio #Ep4

In Episode 2 of Campfire Cuts on the Reserve Radio Network, Paul sits down with @JBizHunts — CotW Creator Partner and 17K+ subscriber YouTube creator — to break down the biggest news rocking theHunter: Call of the Wild.

Toss another log on the fire and settle in for a deep-dive conversation covering:

• Breaking News & Patch 9.3: First reactions to the surprise Taruca Great One reveal, fur/antler variations, and how EW's recent push on remasters is shifting the game's meta.

• Creator Origin Story: How JBiz went from watching CotW YouTube content to building a 17K-subscriber channel, the story behind the handle, and his early breakout moments.

• Trophies & The Hall of Shame: Top 3 favorite lodge mounts (including a dual-G1 stunner!), his remaining "white whale" most wanted trophies, and a surprise next project announcement from his channel!

• Grind Strategy & Future Speculation: Managing grind fatigue on massive G1 hunts, predictions for upcoming reserve maps, and what’s at the top of the feature wishlist.

Follow & Support:

• 🎬 Watch JBizHunts on YouTube: @JBizHunts

• 🎧 Subscribe to Reserve Radio: Never miss an episode—follow the feed on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Fire Up: Intro & Welcome JBizHunts

00:01:29 - Q1: How were you introduced to theHunter: Call of the Wild?

00:05:43 - Q2: What inspired you to become a COTW YouTube creator?

00:09:59 - Q3: What inspired your "JBizHunts" channel name?

00:11:00 - Q4: When was your channel's first 'breakout' moment?

00:14:04 - Q5: How surprised were you by the Great One Taruca announcement?

00:22:51 - Q6: Would you have nominated a different Peru species as the next Great One?

00:25:04 - Q7: Thoughts on the Fallow Deer antler re-work, over longer-waiting species?

00:33:58 - Q8: Any Great One grinding advice, to avoid burnout & keep enjoying the game?

00:36:54 - Q9: What are the Top 3 best trophies in JBiz's lodge?

00:46:06 - Q10: Describe the thrill of spotting a Super Rare!

00:47:43 - Q11: Is there a Most Wanted (aka 'white whale') trophy remaining for you?

00:49:43 - JBIZ Surprise New Content Announcement!

00:52:13 - Q12: What will be the next 2 Great One's and the next 2 Reserves?

00:56:02 - Q13: Which game features sit atop your COTW wishlist?

01:00:10 - Q14: Best creator advice you've received & can share with our audience?

01:02:54 - Q15: What's 1 main message that listeners should takeaway?

Welcome to Episode 3 of Hunters Hub Weekly! This week, the hunting simulation world is buzzing, and we are diving deep into the biggest news and community discussions.

Your subscription feed is likely full of Call of the Wild gameplay footage, but today we ask the hard question: Is the newly revealed Taruca Great One a definitive 'Win' or 'Loss' for the community? We analyze the design choices, the community reaction, and what this means for the future of the G1 grind.

We also shift gears to Way of the Hunter 2, where I share my detailed impressions of the Early Access build. How does the map strategy compare to COTW? Which sim has the advantage right now? We also discuss Deer Hunting - The Season II gameplay updates as it nears launch in October.

We round out the show with incredible community trophy highlights and this week’s big debate questions!

Join the conversation! What’s your take on the Taruca G1?

⏱️ CHAPTERS:

(00:00) Intro & The Big Debate(00:34) SEGMENT 1: COTW's New Taruca G1!(03:06) SEGMENT 2: COTW Pulse (Old West DLC, Civil War)(10:22) Creator Shout-Out: Mel's Gaming(12:16) SEGMENT 2: WOTH Pulse (My Early Access WOTH2 Thoughts)(18:36) SEGMENT 2: DEER HUNTING THE SEASON II Pulse (New Gameplay)(19:00) SEGMENT 3: HEROIC HUNTS! (Top CotW Trophies)

(22:33) SEGMENT 3: HEROIC HUNTS! (Top WotH Trophies)(25:26) SEGMENT 4: Q1 - Fallow or Elk? / Q2 - Tikamoon Plains or Kilimaya?

🎯 CONNECT WITH THE HUB:

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• Watch the visual version and join the comments on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nwvjOr36W1Y?si=ZaLn1gV4Chm0GYGh

• Follow @WildDiamonds on YouTube: [[https://www.youtube.com/@WildDiamonds]

Hunters' Hub Weekly #2: CotW Remaster Needs & HS3 Texas Ranch Map!

Welcome back to Hunters’ Hub Weekly on Reserve Radio—your central media digest for the entire hunting simulation genre!

In Episode 2, host Paul from Wild Diamonds covers major updates across the hunting sim ecosystem:

• Campfire Connect: Deep-dive into Deer Hunting: The Season II features (deer aging up to 8 years, unique body sizes, food plotting mechanics, and neighbor property dynamics), plus community discussions on theHunter: Call of the Wild species remasters and top weapon loadouts.

• Warden’s Wire: Breaking down the newly announced 18-species Texas Ranch map for Hunting Simulator 3 (launching Oct 29, 2026) and analyzing Way of the Hunter’s Update 0.4.1 experimental patch notes and roadmap.

• Heroic Hunts: Showcasing community trophy highlights, including rare Melanistic Snow Leopards and 5-Star Mouflons.

• Scout Survey: Feedback breakdown on which reserves desperately need texture and species overhauls—featuring community takes on Te Awaroa, Layton Lakes, and Vurhonga Savanna.

• Trophy Tips: Interactive "A or B" quiz on Fallow Deer high-scoring Diamonds to learn which antler/rack categories influence scoring the most... and least.

Trailhead Topic for Episode 3:

1. (WotH2) Which species do you MOST want to see atypicals for?

2. (CotW) What is your DREAM location or reserve theme for the next map?

CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro & Episode Overview00:58 - Segment 1: Campfire Connect (Community Pulse & Deer Hunting The Season II)07:06 - Segment 2: Warden’s Wire (HS3 Texas Map & WotH 0.4.1 Update)09:38 - Segment 3: Heroic Hunts! (Rare Trophies from WotH & CotW)14:39 - Segment 4: Trophy Tips! (Fallow Deer Diamond Data & Trolls)20:37 - Segment 5: Scout Survey (Which Reserve Needs an Overhaul?)24:37 - Segment 6: Trailhead Topics & Outro

Submit your answers or voice notes in our Discord channel (#hunters-hub-weekly) to be featured on next week's show!

Connect with Reserve Radio & Hunters' Hub:

• YouTube: @WildDiamonds

• Discord Community: https://discord.gg/DAbUsUBZpC

• Show Inquiries: Reserve Radio Network

Are Great Ones still the ultimate thrill in theHunter: Call of the Wild (CotW), or has the community hit peak "Great One Fatigue"?

In the premiere episode of Campfire Cuts, Paul is joined by 8-year CotW veteran and real-life hunter AnimalGuy—drawing on his extensive hunting experience across Texas and Africa. Together, they break down 8 major questions surrounding the current state of Great Ones (G1), hidden mechanics, and long-term game health.

In this episode, we tackle:

• The #1 issue facing Great Ones in CotW today

• The reality of getting a G1 (and whether the magic is wearing off)

• The debate on initial-spawn eligibility and hidden dev mechanics

• EW's marketing focus: Are G1s taking up too much spotlight?

• Wishlist picks for the next Great One—if EW hired us to choose

• The single most urgent change needed to cure G1 fatigue

Pull up a chair by the fire, hit subscribe, and let us know your answers to these 8 questions in the comments!

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome to Campfire Cuts

01:04 Introducing our guest - AnimalGuy!

03:49 Q1 - What is the BIG issue with Great One's in CotW today?

07:16 Q2 - What is the actual feeling of getting a G1?

11:35 Q3 - Have G1's "ruined" CotW, or is this fatigue misplaced?

14:20 Q4 - Should G1's be initial-spawn eligible? Or if they used to be, what changed that?

16:59 Q5 - Do you wish EW told us more detailed G1 info?

21:40 Q6 - Should EW have a different marketing focus, rather than primarily G1s?

25:35 Q7 - If we got hired by Expansive Worlds (game devs) tomorrow, which 1 fix would we recommend to them for G1's?

29:20 Q8 - If we got hired by Expansive Worlds (game devs) tomorrow, which species would we choose as the next G1?

34:04 Outro

Are Great Ones Ruining CotW? + WotH New Map & Lodge Update!

Welcome to Episode 1 of Hunters’ Hub Weekly on Wild Diamonds Reserve Radio! In this debut episode, we dive deep into the biggest discussions, updates, and strategies across the hunting simulation world.

In This Episode:

• Warden’s Wire (News): Breaking down the latest theHunter: Call of the Wild news (theHunter Classic on Steam), the Way of the Hunter 2 update featuring the brand-new map and lodge showcase, and Hunting Simulator 3's announced release date in Fall 2026.

• Campfire Connect (Pulse): Addressing the community debate — has Great One grinding created "Great One Fatigue" in theHunter: Call of the Wild, or is it still the ultimate endgame pursuit? As for Way of the Hunter 2, its' Early Access roadmap just added the Update 0.4.0 ("Hearth & Hunt") new lodge & map, and shotgun choke updates for improved waterfowl shooting.

• Heroic Hunts & Trailhead Topic: Highlighting my Top 5 found community trophies this week, and answering your questions for the show.

Join the Conversation:What are your thoughts on the new WotH lodge & map layout? Are you experiencing Great One fatigue in CotW, or are you mid-grind right now? Drop your answers in the Spotify Q&A or poll below!

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro - Reserve Radio + Hunters' Hub Weekly

01:07 Episode Overview - 6 Segment Preview

02:45 Segment 1 - Warden's Wire (Game News)

08:26 Segment 2 - Campfire Connect (Creator Community Pulse)

15:37 Segment 3 - Heroic Hunts! (Top 5 Player Trophies)

19:32 Segment 4 - Trophy Tips (Diamond Moose Insight)

21:11 Segment 5 - Reserve Review (Askiy Ridge Spotlight)

24:21 Segment 6 - Trailhead Topic (Weekly Q&A)

25:40 Outro