Podhammer : The Warhammer Fantasy Podcast

Craig Gallant from the D6 Generation Podcast joins me this week to discuss his picks for great tournament weekend board games.

Here is a list of the games we talked about:

Carcassone

Infernal Contraption

Cut Throat Caverns

We also talk about his mighty empire campaign, gencon and a heap of Chaos Mortal rumours

Check out Craigs MIghty Empires narrative article on DAKKA DAKKA

Warhammer tournaments return to newcastle with Castle Assault

A big thanks to Craig for coming on the show. Be sure to check the best general wargaming podcast on the web - THE D6 GENERATION

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Warriors of Chaos Spearhead & Daemon Prince

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:50:40 +0000

Awesome….

And here comes the win….

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Ogre Army Diary

Matty — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 08:45:56 +0000

Hey hey, A big update this time with the completion of my bulls, assembled all 4 Iron guts and a heap more progress on my gnoblar units.

After some discussions about the Ogres and bases mixing to much, I have redone the base colour scheme to gain a better contrast between base and model. ATM I am not fully satisfied with the result. A little bland?? Maybe after I add reedsand water it might enhance it. The tatoos have been painted to give more detail and character.

As for the Iron Guts ( I really need to give all these units alternative funky names) they were not as hard as I thought to rank up after some body manipulation. I have another 4 guts to do another unit as soon as I find more peg wings.

The gnoblars are coming along nicely and will blend the existing bright colours up to a pearly white making them different but uniform throughout. No idea on how to attack the Dream warriors or Sylphs but will get to them.

Really looking forward to getting this army up and running fro DOGCON next year which starts another big year for the Aussie Tourney Scene. Hope your enjoying the updates so far and make sure you check out Inner Circle for WIP photos in between these updates.

Cheers,

Matty

Podhammer one year anniversary - The Awful show!

Jeff Carroll — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:40:01 +0000

This episode of Podhammer contains coarse Language

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This week we celebrates Podhammer’s 1 year anniversary. Plagued by faulty equipment, a rowdy crowd and a lack of anything really interesting to say, this episode will go down as one of the worst.

Despite all this we had fun recording it and I hope you enjoy listening to it. Stick around after the credits for a great interview with Trent Denison and Gav Clark done during the tournament about Chaos Daemons. This is just one of many interviews done the rest will be part of the new Inner Circle!

Phoenix area players make sure you check out the TIDES OF WAR

Seattle players help a fellow gamer and support the 40k tournament on the August 31st. Email Kevin for details.

Thanks for listening and once again …..sorry

New Chaos Lord

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:31:41 +0000

New Chaos Lord pic from Warseer.com Pure awesome!

Attention Australian and New Zealand Gamers

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:44:05 +0000

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Episode 27 KermitCast

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:30:59 +0000

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This week I am joined by loyal listener and veteran general from the UK, Dan Heelan. Heres a run down of whats in this episode:

Warhammer news: Heaps of Chaos Mortal rumours

Topic of the Week: Dan is a long time Lizardmen general and he spills the beans on how to get the most out of these scaly reptiles. Check out the Pyramid Vault Lizardmen forum for more info

Another massive episode and this time 100% Warhammer related (no facebook or iPhones to be heard of)

Thanks for listening make sure you help the show by spreading the word

Next show is Podhammers 1 year anniversary special.

Ogre Army Diary - Part 5

Matty — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:54:16 +0000

G’day party peeps, here is another short update to my Ogres. Attending a onedayer with the rest of the Podhammer crew and coming 2nd to Dave on a countback left me only a little time for modelling. Since the last update………

I have assembled, undercoated and did the 1st ‘wet’ drybrush layer on the gnoblars. Here I will highlight up further to a goldy/yellow brown with bright sprites. As with most people I am definately a victim of the “Ooooh Shiny” syndrome and couldn’t resist assembling some Iron gut models and am very pleased with the progress.

Happy gaming!!

Cheers,

Matty

Chaos Mortal Pics - UPDATE

Jeff Carroll — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:57:45 +0000

Sent to me by a listener named Pukin Monkey (yeah…I’m not sure about that one either..) A picture of a frikkin sweet Chaos champion on juggernaut and the cover of the new book.

Update: A pic of marauder horsemen from Mitch over at the MWU

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The art and the model looks truly amazing. I can’t wait to see more! Stay tuned for the next episode as we have some great chaos rules rumours to discuss.

Empire army List from episode 26

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 06:17:26 +0000

This is the list we talked about on episode 26. I already have some thoughts on what I change but I would love to get some imput from others.

Jeff’s Empire List

Episode 26 Unzip and Rollout

Jeff Carroll — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:06:14 +0000

This episode of podhammer contains coarse language - You have been warned!

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Shownotes:

This show was recorded a few days after episode 25, Matt Cole came up to Newcastle for the weekend so we couldn’t let him go without recording a show. Of course Dave Palmer was there so we had to let him in aswell.

Another big one as we talk about the games we played that day and how Matt did at the ANUWTF tournament in Canberra.

Thanks for listening, help out the show by telling a friend or tell many friends by leaving and Itunes review

Podhammer Dice Sets - GAAWWNN!

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:27:55 +0000

Thats all folks the last set has been scooped up. Thanks very much for your support. Watch this space for future podhammer merchandise.

SOLD OUT

We have had a massive response from the communtiy with these dice and I thank you for your support. If you missed out this time around, send me an email if we get enough demand for more dice I will order a new lot in a different colour.

Ogre Army Diary - Army List

Matty — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 05:03:59 +0000

Hey guys,

since the last update my weekends have been spent wargaming and well, MORE wargaming, with a podcast in between . Focusing on getting my Chaos Dwarfs up and running for the ANUWTF tourney in Canberra and smashing Dave and Jeff in the lead up to the special edition podcast last weekend, there really isn’t much to update you on for the Ogres……….

Lucky for us, i have been able to kick my girl friend out of the house for this weekend and make sultry love to my neglected ogres. As promised, here is a list that I am working towards for the fellas. I am lucky to have been able to play with the army long enough before hand to gain a better understanding of what build an ogre army needs to be fun and competitive.

I would also love your insights and opinions, plus tell me how your ogres are going for you.

Cheers,

Matty

300 Picture

Jeff Carroll — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 04:29:36 +0000

Remember the ‘300′ Movie Picture Dave bought for me and then took back after being branded a cheesemonger?

Well he gave in and gave me the picture in the end and here it is in all its glory above my painting table.

Thanks Dave you’re all class.

Episode 25 Chaos!

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:02:51 +0000

This episode of podhammer contains coarse language - You have been warned!

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Shownotes:

This weeks show is all about Chaos in more ways than you might think. Facebook, Iphones, Wrestling and even the Mortal “get you by” list is discussed in this massive almost 2hour episode.

Thanks to Dave Palmer and newcomer Colin Carroll for joining me in this show

Thanks for listening, help the show by buying some cool podhammer dice in the store or leave an Itunes review

Where’s Podhammer?

Jeff Carroll — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:57:41 +0000

Good question. The answer: The next episode was recorded on wednesday and will be available this weekend. Clear your Ipod and get ready because no.25 is a massive 2 hour episode!

Thanks for your patience

Araby Army Diary - Xbowmen & Knight

Jeff Carroll — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:37:44 +0000

After seeing Matt’s awesome progress with his army, I thought it was time to put up a few more pics of my growing Araby(empire) army.

The first image is of 4 more crossbowmen. Since the first test model I have streamlined some of the colour combinations. For example the yellow belts on the original models were done by laying down a layer of Tempest Ochre followed by a chestnut ink, I then reapplied Tempest Ochre followed by Iyanden Darksun. While I will continue this system for heroes and other important models. For the rank and file I have cut out the second layer of Tempest Ochre. This saves valuable time with no real disadvantage in the appearance of the model. I also changed the skin tone to be more middle eastern in appearance. By using Calthan Brown as a basecoat for the skin followed by highlights of Tallarn Flesh I am very happy with the result.

The second pic is of the first of my Inner Circle knights. This is a Sarrasin Camel rider from Black Tree miniatures. The rider is a bit 2-dimensional to remedy this I added the banner to the spear. For other figures in the unit I will add other elements such as trophy racks on the saddles. I plan to use these camels as inner circle with normal horses for regular knights although I havent completely decided. I also realised that I needed to break from my original drab colour scheme by adding the red/orange tassles to the camel and spear.

Ogre Army Diary - Part 4

Matty — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 08:09:24 +0000

Hey guys, well it has been a wait between updates but truth is I haven’t had much time to do anything, with the exception of this past weekend. While trying to figure how this army is progressing aesthetically, I have decided to take Mr. Shrek’s advice, ‘LAYERS’!!

I have decided to hold off on the tattoos and markings on the models until the end where I can see what the models/theme is actually missing. This also led me to the conclusion that the bases were to be applied after painting the ogres. This not only allows me to undercoat the bases black but will speed up the painting process. I have included a few pics of the last 7 bulls that will make up my 2 units of 4 bulls.* I’m not to alarmed that they look fairly plain, because as the layers build up (scenic bases, tattoos, spites etc) they will create detail and contrast to the figures.

Today I have started to put my gnoblar units together (see Part 3 picci for overall idea) I’m really excited about these little critters as they have so much character. I have glued together 4 back-2-basix forest bases and used a GW scenic tree as the centre piece for the little critters to scatter throughout.

If you got any suggestions let me know. The Podhammer Boyz will be down the weekend after next to play my first games with these new ogres and talk about how the army is progressing on the podcast. So stay tuned till then.

Matty :o)

Episode 24 GrailCast

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:01:08 +0000

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Shownotes for Episode 24

Intro music: “Holy Grail” - Hunters and Collectors

First podcast back after my wedding and we have a massive show with Marcelo Rouco to discuss his upcoming tournament “The Pilgramage” August 23rd-24th and the mighty Brettonians

Download the players pack here

Warhammer News:

New Dark Elf Preview on the GW site. Check it out for some great studio pics.
Irresistable Force announces that an Australian team will be attending the European Team Championships

Topic of the Week

Marcelo Rouco - Australias best Brettonian general joins me to discuss his pride and joy - the mighty Brettonians! We cover every aspect of one of the most feared armies in the Warhammer World.

Thanks for listening to the show. Don’t forget to sign up for Pilgramage. Make sure you let em know Jeff sent ya!

Got an upcoming event or tournament to go to? Why not get some podhammer stickers and cards to give out to help promote the show. They’re free and all you need to do is email me podhammer@gmail.com

Thats it for this week dont forget to leave us some feedback via email or skype or Itunes review!

The Aussies are coming

Jeff Carroll — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 06:21:53 +0000

Andrew Galea has organised Australias first shot at the European Team Championship (Discussed on episode 19). With invites to the team based of the Australian Masters Rankings 8 players will be sent into the fray to fight for the glory of the colonies!

Direct from the Irresistable force website:

Australian Team to Compete at European Champs 2009

The Australian Warhammer Fantasy tournament scene has never been in better shape, with a myriad of tournaments across a number of states providing ample opportunity for players to get some quality games in a fun atmosphere against a variety of opponents. The evolution of the Irresistible Force Warhammer Fantasy Rankings and the end of season Masters event has given the hobby focus providing a fun and accurate way for players to track their progress relative to their peers and also reward those players that have achieved some measure of success at tournaments.

The Masters enters its 5th year in 2008 and following the introduction of fully paid travel and accommodation for all players last year we have seen interest rise to astronomical levels and in the process help lift the hobby to a new level of professionalism. With things in such great shape at home the team at Irresistible Force has turned its attention to the horizon, the northern horizon to be precise and we are pleased to announce that plans are in motion to send an Australian team made up of the best players from across the land to Europe in 2009 to contest the European Team Championships (ETC).

And the most pleasing aspect of this development is that via the existing Masters sponsor we will have money to subsidise the trip for all players that successfully gain an invitation onto the team. This will once again be a first for the hobby of Warhammer with an Australian team travelling across to the other side of the world to compete against Europe’s best!

The 2008 ETC event has yet to run so details for 2009 are still not confirmed (country and dates etc) however more information regarding the announcing of the Australian team and the general plan can be found here. Also I will be posting updates as they come to hand over the coming months as things become clearer and finalised for the 2009 ETC.

We’re Hitched

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 11:04:51 +0000

I’m back from my short honeymoon and a new podcast will be up soon. In the meantime I thought I would throw up a couple of piccies of me and my beautiful bride Jodie.

It was a fantastic day everything and everyone looked great and we had an absolute blast.

OGRE DIARY - Part 3

Matty — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:50:51 +0000

Hey guys!

Welcome to Update 3 for my Bi-weekly Podhammer Ogre Army Diary. Here you will find a few pics of models, conversion ideas and model inspiration that I intend to implement within my ogres. All those ogre lovers out there will realise that there are a couple of units missing (maneaters, yettees, giant etc), for atm I am focusing on those models that I will definately be fielding. I hope you enjoy them!!

I do have some pretty crazy ideas for this army and am not even shore if it is going work…. But like the guys said, ”I’m a freak!” So where to start….

Tyrant (Worg): Using the model ‘as is’ w/hippogryph wings.

Butchers (Lonwolf’s and Rune Guarians): Not sure about these guys. Any ideas?

Gnoblars (WE Sprites, Sylvan Animae, Dream Warriors and Daikinee Zeiphiers): Now, these guys are going to be on a scenic movement tray using the GW plastic trees in conjunction with the Back2Basix forest bases to convey and emphasise the forest spirit theme.

Ironguts (Irix the Ultimate): Now this is one wicked model and will stand as the basis of the Irongut model while the smaller Irix the Fury will give me a few extra bits to convert them differently. Also the use and manipulation of metal pegasus wings to emphasise movement in the different poses.

Leadbelchers (Wolfen and Warhawks): I will be removing the crossbows and converting them similar to the ol’ school WE Falconeer. I have had a look at the size comparison to these two different models and the warhawk shouldnt be too big… I hope!

Rhinox (HE Dragon and Wolfen Riders): Wo0o0o0oT!! Wo0o0o0oT!! Give me a sec………… Oh yeah, I think they speak for themselves ;o)

Thats all I have for this update. Stay tuned for the next one, so don’t be a square, see you all there!!

Cheers,

Matty :o)

Episode 23 DaveHammer

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:10:08 +0000

WARNING: This Episode contains coarse language - you have been warned!

Podhammer is sponsored by:

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Episode Sponsor - Marc Radcliffe - Thanks for your support!

Shownotes for Episode 23:

Dave Palmer and Micheal Fair join me for this super secret pre-wedding episode. Shownotes for this show would be quite pointless as this episode was quite random.= )

Please let us know what you think about Daves list check it out here

I hope you enjoy listening to the show this episode as much as we did making it. This is definatley the last one before my wedding. We will be back in July

Help the show by spreading the word

Send your questions and comments to podhammer@gmail.com

or skyp us (username: podhammer)

Oh one last thing - DONT TELL JODIE!!!!!

Is Daves army Cheesy?

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:07:46 +0000

What do you think is Daves army a smelly block of cheddar? Vote in the Poll in the side bar

Click ‘read more’ to see the list

Vampire Lord 435pts

Extra level, Dread Knight, Beguile, Red Fury

Dread Lance, Night Shroud

Vampire 300pts

BSB, Drakenhoff Banner

Dread Knight, Walking Death

Vampire 190pts

Tomb Blade, Dispell scroll

Dread Knight, Lord of the dead

Skeletons x16 173pts

Full Comm, Warbanner

Skeletons x10 100pts

Full Comm

Ghouls x20 176pts

Champ

Corpse Cart 100pts

Lode stone

Dire Wolves x5 40pts

Fell Bats x5 100pts

Black Knights x5 190pts

Full Comm, Hellfire banner

Varghulf 175pts

Wraiths x4 +1 Banshee 275pts

Total 2294pts

Araby Swordsman

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:13:55 +0000

This is the second model I have painted in about a month. This is one of the swordsmen from my Hell Dorado starter set.

More Dark Elf Pics

Jeff Carroll — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 02:09:40 +0000

Phillip from 40k Radio took the time while at Baltimore Games Day to take some photos of the new Dark Elves.

Check these and more pics in the gallery

New Dark Elf Pics!!

Jeff Carroll — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:21:05 +0000

MWU Forum regular Nix, made a trip to the Baltimore Games Day this week. He took the time to take some great shots of the new Dark Elves.

I think there are some really nice looking figures in these new releases. GW Miniature quality in my opinion is going from strength to strength.

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To discuss these pics and check out more of the pics in the MWU forums.

Community Spotlight - Awesome Varghulf

Jeff Carroll — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:28:00 +0000

A listener sent me some pics of his awesome scratchbuilt Varghulf. Zeit H decided that the standard model was not scary enough to fit its impressive stat line.

Check out the more pics of this frightening thing in Zeits Flickr Gallery

If you have a cool miniature and want to show it off contact me at podhammer@gmail.com

Ogre Diary Pt2 - First Model!!

Matty — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:33:10 +0000

Aright guys, here we go and the first pics of my Ogre army are up and running! I would like to say that I waited for Swearing Dave’s cult of followers/stalkers to stop flooding the server with emails or that him spanking me like a biatch with his new Top Dave status on the gaming table; I would have had this up earlier. But the pressure is on and I have to pull my head in!

After painting this guy three times, I was finally happy with the colour scheme suited for a forest/wood themed army, still haven’t done the tats to define his rank etc. I will talk more about the theme in the next podcast, but what I have learnt is the wonders of the black vs white undercoat and to do the bases and models separately!!

I’m still waiting for a few models to arrive though next update will be about what models I will be using for each of the characters and units PLUS how I am going to personalize them to fit in with the others.

Hope you enjoy these updates and please post any comments, advice and/or criticism.

Take it easy!

Matty :o)

Episode 22 WAAAGHCAST!!

Jeff Carroll — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:20:30 +0000

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