May 162013
 

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Aaron Bostian blogging at the Fancy Wars.

Aaron shares the many ways that he gives back in his community. Jonathan discusses the 3 mile walk he is doing on May 18, 2013 to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis. You can DONATE HERE.

We also discuss:

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May 142013
 
Lich vs. Orc by Khairul Hisham

Lich vs. Orc by Khairul Hisham

In this episode of Monsters of the Shattered World, Andreas and his companions defending the city of Arrowsight face a second wave of attackers. But their enemies are not exactly as they seem.

For those of you new to this show, Monsters of the Shattered World is a storytelling podcast. It’s about a young scholar out on his own in the world, the newest member of an adventuring party encountering strange monsters and writing about them. Each episode is 5 to 10 minutes long, so it won’t overburden your iPod.

Credits: This podcast is written and performed by Brent P. Newhall (a.k.a. Dr. Worldcrafter), and amazingly edited by Carl Bussler (co-host of Flagons & Dragons). The art accompanying each episode is by the consummate artistic professional Khairul Hisham. The show’s theme song is “To The Ends” by the prolific Kevin Macleod.

Apr 302013
 
The Archers of Arrowsight Field by Khairul Hisham

The Archers of Arrowsight Field by Khairul Hisham

In this episode of Monsters of the Shattered World, Andreas and his companions attempt to defend the city of Arrowsight from an army of allied goblins, hobgoblins, and orcs.

This episode contains a snippet of the Litany Against Fear, originally written by Frank Herbert for his Dune series. This is my homage to my favorite book.

For those of you new to this show, Monsters of the Shattered World is a storytelling podcast. It’s about a young scholar out on his own in the world, the newest member of an adventuring party encountering strange monsters and writing about them. Each episode is 5 to 10 minutes long, so it won’t overburden your iPod.

Credits: This podcast is written and performed by Brent P. Newhall (a.k.a. Dr. Worldcrafter), and amazingly edited by Carl Bussler (co-host of Flagons & Dragons). The art accompanying each episode is by the consummate artistic professional Khairul Hisham. The show’s theme song is “To The Ends” by the prolific Kevin Macleod.

Apr 292013
 

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Henry Hyde Editor of Miniature Wargames now with Battlegames.

Henry Hyde reveals lots of amazing news to the Wargaming Recon audience before anyone else!

Editor Henry Hyde is back to discuss the upcoming release to his book, the Wargaming Compendium, and his role as the newest editor of Miniature Wargames magazine.

Henry first appeared in Episode 58: Henry Hyde and Battlegames Magazine, which is in our list of Top 10 Most Popular episodes.

We also discuss:

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  • Jonathan doing a 3 mile walk to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis – DONATE HERE
  • 100th episode plans
  • You can Sponsor an Episode for $5. Get full details here
  • Atlantic Publisher’s change of position for digital subscriptions
  • Release date for Henry’s Wargaming Compendium
  • Wargaming tables, Salute, and imagi-nation campaigns
  • View from the Veranda with Neil Shuck, podcaster of Meeples & Miniatures

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Apr 162013
 
A Meal with a Witch by Khairul Hisham

A Meal with a Witch by Khairul Hisham

In this episode of Monsters of the Shattered World, Andreas seeks his mentor, and the powers-that-be in Arrowsight make a decision about the army at the city’s gates.

For those of you new to this show, Monsters of the Shattered World is a storytelling podcast. It’s about a young scholar out on his own in the world, the newest member of an adventuring party encountering strange monsters and writing about them. Each episode is 5 to 10 minutes long, so it won’t overburden your iPod.

Credits: This podcast is written and performed by Brent P. Newhall (a.k.a. Dr. Worldcrafter), and amazingly edited by Carl Bussler. The art accompanying each episode is by the consummate artistic professional Khairul Hisham. The show’s theme song is “To The Ends” by the prolific Kevin Macleod.

Apr 152013
 

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Learn to Play War at Sea.

Originally released on May 4, 2007 this recording is the 23rd episode of what is now known as Wargaming Recon. This episode has an interesting history that you’ll hear in the intro to the recording.

Some highlights from the episode are:

  1. Play through of Axis & Allies: War at Sea
  2. 2007 Games Day Atlanta Golden Demon Winners
  3. Battleground Games’ Spring 2007 Warmachine League
  4. Want Episodes 86 & 87 mentioned in the intro? Listen to Wargaming Recon #86: Angelia – TotalCon’s Promotional Director and Wargaming Recon #87: TotalCon 27
  5. Facebook post that started all this

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Apr 022013
 
Bugbear by Khairul Hisham

Art by Khairul Hisham

In this episode of Monsters of the Shattered World, Andreas and his companions attempt to escape from an iron cage guarded by two bugbears. Our heroes are unarmed. This will not go well.

For those of you new to this show, Monsters of the Shattered World is a storytelling podcast. It’s about a young scholar out on his own in the world, the newest member of an adventuring party encountering strange monsters and writing about them. Each episode is 5 to 10 minutes long, so it won’t overburden your iPod.

Credits: This podcast is written and performed by Brent P. Newhall (a.k.a. Dr. Worldcrafter), and amazingly edited by Carl Bussler. The art accompanying each episode is by the consummate artistic professional Khairul Hisham. The show’s theme song is “To The Ends” by the prolific Kevin Macleod.

Apr 012013
 

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Wally Simon’s More Secrets of Wargame Design Volume 2.

Imagine a booklet answering your questions on game design. It inspires you to modify your favorite game rules to suit your needs. That’s what this booklet does.

Editor Russ Lockwood is back to discuss the 2nd installment of the Wally Simon series of Secrets of Wargame Design. Pick up your copy of Wally Simon’s More Secrets of Wargame Design Volume 2 from On Military Matters in the US/Worldwide or Caliver Books in the United Kingdom.

We also discuss:

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