Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team catch up on the latest news from 'Bowers Villas', including upcoming releases and community events. Guy then talks with Andy and Charlie from Wargames Atlantic about their growing range of plastic figures and what they have in the works for the coming months.

We finish with a look at what everyone has been doing on their hobby desks, with plenty of inspiration for painters and gamers alike.

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Hide, Stone, and Bone: A Paleolithic Skirmish Wargame (Osprey)
Into The Valley Of Death (Warlord)
Armies Of Imperial Japan With 'Into The Jungle' (Warlord)
Death Fields (Wargames Atlantic)

In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, the team talk all things 3D — from printing and design to how it's changing the hobby. Guy also brings us the latest news from Bowers Villas, keeping everyone up to date with what's new in the world of wargaming.

Links:
Zero Hour, Gripping Beast
02 Hundred Hours, Grey For Now Games
Market Stall, Victrix
Frontier of Empire, Rule Breaker Games

In this episode of the Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy Podcast, the team explores the science of terrain placement—how to set up your tabletop for the best possible game.

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Links:
The Baron's War, Warhost
PBI, Peter Pig
Armies of the United States, Warlord
Burrows and Badgers, Oathsworn

In this episode Guy, Jasper and Angus investigate the idea of Friction in wargames rules.

We're joined by games designer Rich Clarke (Two Fat Lardies) and historian Murray Dahm.

In this episode Guy, Jasper and Angus are joined by Adam Loper of Tabletop Minions to discuss the results of the Great Wargames Survey.

Regular columnists Rossco and Paul ponder time!

In the latest podcast we focus on terrain, or more specifically terrain boards and mats. Which is better? What do people prefer? With expert comment provided by Mel "the terrain tutor", Eric Lauterbach from the WWPD Network and from Cigar Box Battle Mats Cory Ring and Chris Ward.

As usual Guy, Jasper and Angus are joined by the berserkers from Brixham, Rossco and Paul.

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Show Notes

Frostgrave
Escape from Colditz
EBob Miniatures 
Mel "The Terrain Tutor"
WWPD.net
Cigar Box Battle Mats
Terra Tiles, from Rainn Studios
Project 217
Eagle Rampant, WSS 80

In our second podcast we decided to look at the little men we craft into soldiers and how they are produced. 

Angus chats with Leon Pengilly from Pendraken who produce 10mm led miniatures and carry possibly one of the most extensive ranges to game almost every period, and Julian Blakeney-Edwards from Victrix who produce 28mm hard plastic figures.

Regular columnists Rossco and Paul discuss lead vs plastic, and Ancient Warfare Magazine regular Murray Dahm looks at double envelopment and how we can attempt it at the gaming table.

You can find the podcast on Facebook.com/WSSMagazine.

In this pilot episode of the podcast Guy Bowers (editor WSS Magazine), Jasper Oorthuys (managing director at Karwansaray Publishers) and Angus Wallace (some guy who makes podcasts) investigate why people play wargames and where does the hobby come from.

You can find the podcast on Facebook.com/WSSMagazine.

In this episode, the team takes a look back at 2024, sharing their personal highlights from the year and reflecting on the standout moments in the world of wargaming. They also discuss their exciting plans and projects for the year ahead, giving you a glimpse of what's to come.

As always, Guy brings us up to speed with the latest news and releases from the wargaming community.

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Space Battles: A Spacefarers Guide (Wombat Games)
Table Ready from Warbases
The Wars of the Roses, Hail Caesar (warlord)
SAGA Age of Chivalry
Victrix
Wargames Atlantic
Liberation of South Vietnam

In this episode, Guy and Chris head to Firestorm Games in Cardiff to participate in a Barons' War tournament. Guy catches up with the tournament organiser for an insightful chat while Chris shares his thoughts on tournament gaming—a rare experience for him!

As always, we also bring you all the latest news and updates from the wargaming world.

Links:
War of the Roses, Hail Caeser (Warlord)
Spectre Mythos (Spectre Miniatures)
Armies of Germany, Bolt Action (Warlord)
Conquest: Alexander & Hannibal, Strength & Honour (Too Fat Lardies)
Debris of War
German Veteran Infantry Platoon (Warlord)