Ashes of the Imperium – A Warhammer 40,000 Podcast
Ashes of the Imperium is a Warhammer 40,000 and Kill Team podcast produced in England. The hosts explore the rich lore of Warhammer 40k and its connected games, with a strong focus on narrative gaming and Crusade campaigns. Episodes include faction deep-dives alongside plenty of general hobby discussion. The show also features interviews with members of the wider Warhammer community.
Episodes
Episode 108 - The Anphelion Project Lore Review (Imperial Armour Volume 4)
The Ashes of the Imperium podcast returns for a deep lore dive into one of the most haunting Warhammer 40,000 stories ever told – The Anphelion Project.Dan and Max explore the events of Imperial Armour Volume 4, as Inquisitor Solomon Lok investigates a disturbing silence from a secret Imperial base on Beta-Anphelion IV. We unpack the narrative beats, the cast of unforgettable characters, and the c
Episode 107 - Lions of the Emperor: Adeptus Custodes Lore vs Rules - Narrative Detachment Review
In this episode, we delve into the Lions of the Emperor detachment for the Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40k. We explore how this new detachment captures the essence of the Custodes' lore; elite warriors standing alone against overwhelming odds.We discuss the new Detachment Rule, which buffs isolated units and reflects the Custodes' legendary solo prowess, whilst also covering off Enhancem
Episode 106 - The Last Titans Kickstarter with Megabeast Games
In this roar-some episode, Dan is joined by returning co-host Steve to discuss his latest project, Last Titans, now live on Kickstarter from Megabeast Games. Together, they explore the game's concept, which combines the thrill of dinosaur survival with fast-paced, family-friendly gameplay.Steve shares the inspirations behind Last Titans, including his passion for narrative gaming and natural h
Episode 105 - 2024 Year In Review and 2025 Hobby Resolutions
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As 2025 arrives , Dan and Max reflect on the last year's Warhammer releases, sharing their top picks and standout moments. They discuss their favourite modela and Codex, from within the 40k range and more.
Looking ahead, they discuss their hobby resolutions and predictions for 2025, aiming for more intentional and consistent hobbying. They plan to explore
Episode 104 - Voicing The Worlds of Warhammer with Chris Tester
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this guest episode, Dan is joined by voice actor Chris Tester, also known as ChrisNaturallyRP. Chris has captivated audiences with his voice work in the realms of the 31st and 41st millennium, bringing iconic Warhammer characters to life in his short-form videos online, as well as in games like Total War and Rogue Trader.
They delve into Chris's jou
Episode 103 - Codex Blood Angels
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Dan, a long-time Blood Angels enthusiast, and Max, Sanguinary-curious, break down the new detachments, discuss the iconic characters, and share their thoughts on the updated book.
Max unveils his line-breaking Liberator Assault Group list, designed to smash through enemy lines with relentless fury, while Dan presents an aggressive Death Company detachment, em
Episode 102 - Codex Imperial Agents
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Exploit your inquisitorial network and spies and crush the enemies of the Imperium with Dan and Max as they receive orders from the Emperor himself; this episode of AOTI is all about the new Imperial Agents Codex!
We discuss this heavily narrative-focused book and debate whether or not it's ready for the top-tables at a Marched Play event.
Dan also discus
Episode 101 - Codex Genestealer Cults Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Rise up in insurrection with Dan and Max as they deconstruct the latest missives from the Star Children! The team share the secrets of the Genestealer Cults in this new Codex review!
Max samples the bitter medicine of the Twisted Helix and Dan infiltrates the Astra Militarum to bring some Hive Cult rebellion to the tabletop; the team discuss the Biosantic Bro
Episode 100 - Codex Chaos Space Marines Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this centennial episode, Dan and Max take to the skies and shadows with an in-depth analysis of the new Chaos Space Marines Codex. Celebrating their 100th episode, the duo delves into the darkness of the 41st millennium, dissecting the eight new detachments that bring the dread legions of Chaos to life.
Max unveils his Dread Talons list, a terror from above
Episode 99 - Codex Orks Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode, we're going full WAAAGH! with a deep dive into the new Ork Codex, exploring the green tide like never before. Dan and Max share their enthusiasm for the latest release, discussing the rich narrative potential and the diverse range of detachments that can bring your Ork army to life on the tabletop.
Dan unveils his vision for a Snakebite-
Episode 98 - Codex Adeptus Custodes Review
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Welcome to Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode, we delve into the golden heart of the Adeptus Custodes with a thorough examination of their new codex. Join Dan and Max as they dissect the latest rules and detachments, as well as pondering the points predicament. Max, a seasoned Custodes player, shares his initial trepidations and finds a glimmer of hope i
Episode 97 - Codex T'au Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Today we discuss the brand new T'au Codex, focusing on the background within the books, and how to create narratively themed armies using two of the new Detachments. We discuss whether or not the optimistic T'au fit within the grim darkness of the 41st Millenium, and some of the major changes from the Index.
Let us know what you think of the Codex, and
Episode 96 - Crusade Pariah Nexus - Narrative Lore Review
Welcome to Ashes of the Imperium!
Join us as we dive into the brand new Crusade campaign book, Pariah Nexus! We revisit the beleagued section of the Imperium succumbing to The Stilling and see what those crafty Necrons are up to...
Don't forget to head over to Instagram and Follow/Like the episode post to enter this episode's giveaway, plus do the same on YouTube for another chance to win.
Episode 95 - Creating The Perfect Blood Angels Highlander List
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Join us in this two-part list creating extravaganza!
With Throne of Skulls a mere three weeks away, Dan needs to decide on a list to take. The team discuss optins for a Highlander-style 1,500pt list that's "fast and punchy".
Which is your favourite list? Let us know in the comments.
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Episode 94 - Codex Tyranids Review v2
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
[Republished due to wonky audio - sorry!]
Today we discuss the recently (ish) released Codex Tyranids, from a narrative gaming perspective. We discuss our favourite parts of the lore of the Hive Mind, as well as writing 1,000pt army lists for two of the new Detachments!
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Episode 93 - Codex Space Marines Review
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Today we discuss the brand new Codex Space Marines, from a narrative gaming perspective. We discuss some highlights of the lore behind the Adeptus Astartes, as well as writing 1,000pt army lists for two of the new Detachments!
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Episode 92 - Keep Calm and Kroot On with Ironbeak Mercenaries
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Today we are joined by coverter extraordinaire, Andrew, otherwise known as Ironbeak Mercenaries on Instagram!
We talk all things Kroot, converting armies and touch on topics like 3D printing.
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Episode 91 - Viva La Grot Revolution with Betchen Gretchin
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Today we are joined by the extremely talented Valentina, otherwise known as Betchen Gretchin on Instagram and Tiktok!
We talk all things commission painting, Horus Heresy themed social deduction games, and (of course) Orks! Waaagh!
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Episode 90 - Leviathan - Writing Narrative Gaming Lists in 10th Edition Warhammer 40k
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Join us as we jump straight into the brand new edition of Warhammer 40k with our usual Ashes style of list building; creating awesome narratively themed forces to bring the worlds of Warhammer to life, but this time specifically focused on lists inspired by the new models contained within Leviathan.
Two Tyranid forces are featured, and one Space Marine force -
Episode 89 - Arks of Omen - The Lion
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The full team reunite to cover off the epic final of the Arks of Omen saga. Join us for the return of the First Legion Primarch and the cinematic conclusion to Abaddon and Vashtorr's evil schemes!
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Episode 88 - Arks of Omen - Farsight
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
We jump into a brief overview of the fourth, and penultimate, Arks of Omen book. Join us as we find out what escapades Commander Farsight and his T'au Enclave have been getting up to. Throw in a mix of Orks, Chaos and the usual shenanigans from Vashtorr, and you've got an interesting mix!
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Episode 87 - Arks of Omen - Vashtorr
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
Join us for our review of the third book in the on-going narrative book series, Arks of Omen! This book reveals more about the mysterious Vashtorr, the daemon who has allied itself to Abaddon the Despoiler, in a bid to achieve its own evil apotheosis!
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Episode 86 - Arks of Omen - Angron Book Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve and Dan dive into the second of the on-going narrative book series, Arks of Omen! This time we focus on Angron, the daemon Primarch of Khorne, who is causing some absolute carnage!
We also briefly touch on the new Boarding Action rules, updating the foundation laid in the first book.
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Episode 85 - Looking Back On 2022 - A Year of Warhammer
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
A slightly delayed retrospective look at the last year, discussing our favourite releases and what we're looking forward to the most in 2023.
Recorded in very early January 2023, so some of the things we discuss have since been revealed or releashed! We're practically psykers...
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Episode 84 - Voicing the Worlds of Warhammer with Steve Conlin the Voice of James Workshop
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode I'm joined by the one and only Steve Conlin, who you will all know as the face and voice behind the indomitable James Workshop!
Steve can be found on Twitter, @stevpendous!
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Episode 83 - Arks of Omen - Abaddon Book Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve and Dan discuss the first of the new narrative book series, Arks of Omen - Abaddon! We discuss the new narrative story arcs emerging from the Warmaster's latest schemes, as well as delving into some other lore snippets that exist in the book.
We also create 25PL Boarding Action forces, using the new rules for combat aboard Space Hulks.
El
Episode 82 - Retro Warhammer Paint Schemes with David Hardy
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode I'm joined by David Hardy (aka @SpaceCrusader on Insta and Twitter) to talk all about his awesome retro Ultramarines, and using old school paint schemes on new models.
Check them out in all their Goblin Green based glory in this Warhammer Community article from earlier this year.
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Episode 81 - Kill Team - Moroch In Flames Event Review
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode I'm joined by Gary to talk all about his awesome Kill Team narrative one-dayer, titled Moroch in Flames!
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Episode 80 - Hobby Show - Rising Tomb Part One Narrative Event
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode the team kickstart the podcast after a short break with a review of the recent Rising Tomb Part One narrative event, held at Warhammer World and hosted by GW Events Team.
A copy of the original pack can be found here.
Sign up for the waitlist for Part Two in January 2023 here.
The pack for Part Two can be found here.
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Episode 79 - Hobby Show - Crucible of War Narrative Play Event with Narrative Wargamer
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode we're joined by Tony from the Narrative Wargamer Podcast to talk all about the amazing Crucible of War narrative 40k event!
Check out The Narrative Wargamer Podcast here.
Their instagram is @narrativewargamer
The next Crucible of War narrative event is due to be held 15th October 2022, book your tickets here!
View the event pack for October's e
Episode 78 - Review Show - Codex Tyranids II - Crusade and Campaign Rules
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode we finish off our Tyranid Codex coverage and discuss the new campaign and Crusade rules.
We also answer our first listener voice note request to discuss an army concept!
Do you have any army you'd like us to put our own narrative spin on? Write in to us, or use the Anchor voice note facility!
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Episode 77 - Review Show - Codex Tyranids
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode we talk all about how making armies with the new Tyranid Codex!
Stay tuned for more Tyranid goodness in the future, with our dedicated Crusade rules episode coming soon!
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Episode 76 - War Zone Nachmund I - Vigilus Alone
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode we start our coverage of the brand new War Zone Nachmund campaign series with a run-through of the first book to hit the shelves, Vigilus Alone!
If you need a narrative catch up for all that's going on in the Vigilus system and wider Nachmund sector, then jump right on in to this very episode! Dan and Steve also create two narrative forces to f
Episode 75 - War Zone Octarius IV - Critical Mass and Crusher Stampede Tyranids
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode we wrap up our Octarius coverage with a run-through of the new campaign book, Critical Mass!
Dan and Steve also talk about their #sparkiestofjoys projects; those amazing dream ideas that never stop getting the hobby juices flowing, even if we never end up completing them (or even starting them)
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Episode 74 - Hobby Show - Genestealer Cult Army Concept
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve wrestles with his desire to start a Genstealer Cults army whilst balancing his unique narrative take on the army, whilst Dan muses about what project(s) he plans on bringing to life in 2022.
What have you got planned for #NewYearNewArmy?
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Episode 73 - War Zone Octarius III - Crusade Mission Pack Containment and Running Your Own Campaign Night
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Dan and Steve bring you their review of the Containment Mission Pack and the campaign rules featured in Book 1 of the War Zone Octarius campaign series!
The team talk about the brand new Planetstrike rules and how can bring your epic battles to life with thematic new rules and missions. Steve also then talks about a dedicated Crusade night he r
Episode 72 - War Zone Octarius II - Rising Tide
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Dan and Steve bring you their review of Book 1 of the War Zone Octarius campaign series!
The team talk about their favourite narrative moments from the lore at the start of the book, before discussing how the new Narrative and Matched Play rules impact their fledgling Crusade armies designed in last week’s episode.
What’s your favourite aspect
Episode 71 - War Zone Octarius I - Tyranids vs Inquisition
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Dan and Steve talk all about the latest Flashpoint articles in White Dwarf! This time we explore War Zone Octarius and the goings-on in this segment of the galaxy...
The team talk about what Crusade forces they'd create to match the on-going Octarius narrative, which will soon be followed by some Campaign Books. Steve creates a sneaky Ordo Xeno
Episode 70 - Hobby Show - Dan's Armageddon Steel Legion
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Dan talks through a new project inspired by the recent Warhammer+ short, Old Bale Eye. Putting his Chaos Renegade Guard to one side, he dives straight back into one of his first ever army - Mechanised Astra Militarum!
The team talk through how to approach making a modern army from an older model range, and the restrictions that imposes. They al
Episode 69 - Hobby Show - Defining Narrative Gaming
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve is joined by a couple of friends from his gaming club.
The team chat about what narrative gaming means to them, and why they love it.
What's your favourite narrative gaming moment? And why? Let us know on our social media channels, we'd love to hear from you!
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Episode 68 - Hobby Show - Ork and Krieg Kill Teams in the Octarius Sector
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In this episode Steve and Dan are back on the airwaves to talk all about the new Ork and Death Korps of Krieg. With plenty of other content creators talking all about the game itself, the mechanics of the rules, etc, the AOTI gang thought they'd do something a little different!
The team chat about expanding the new Kill Team box with two Narrative Play Crusade
Episode 67 - Hobby Show - Terrain, Battlefields and Scenery in the 41st Millennium
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve and Dan dive into what makes a good battlefield in 40k and how to use scenery to help forge a narrative in your games.
The team chat about three different tables; a T'au Empire Starport, an Ork junkyard and a planet in the midst of a Tyranid infestation.
What scenery do you wish Games Workshop made? Have you created any interest scenery p
Episode 66 - Hobby Show - How To Forge Your Own Narrative
Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!
In this episode Steve and listener Lee explore how he could shape and expand his new narrative project. With a lifelong love of Space Marines, Lee wants to take advantage of the expanding Crusade rules and create something unique for when lockdown is relaxed enough for him to get gaming with mates again.
Lots of questions and options are discussed! Some questi
Episode 65 - Review Show - Maelstrom of War 9th Edition Beta Rules
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In White Dwarf 461 Maelstrom of War returns to the battlefields of the 41st Millennium! Steve and Dan talk all about the brand-new set of rules featured in this month's White Dwarf. The rules, which are exclusive to White Dwarf, include 30 different Tactical Objectives, a Maelstrom of War Mission Pack, four Deployment Maps, four Stratagems, and six Missi
Episode 64 - Explorator II - Imperial Fists with Chapter Master Valrak
Welcome back to Explorator!
In this new series, the AOTI40k team will be exploring aspects of the Warhammer 40k universe. The topic will be looked through the following three lenses; Lore, Modelling and Gaming.
In this episode, Dan is joined by the one and only Chapter Master Valrak! We chat all about the most yellow of all Space Marine Chapters - The Imperial Fists. Dan, naturally, swings t
Episode 63 - Review Show - Codex Death Guard
Our second 9th Edition Codex review features the scions of Mortarion, the Death Guard!
Tune in for:
Faction Overview
Steve's Crusade Army List
Dan's Crusade Army List
Crusade Specific Content in the Codex
And more hobby goodness!
Tune in next week for a return to our Explorator series with the one and only Chapter Master Valrak!
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Episode 62 - Review Show - Flashpoint Argovon System - Part III
Dan and Steve are back after with their third and final episode covering the Argovon Flashpoint!
Stay tuned for more Narrative and Crusade content soon!
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Episode 61 - Review Show - Flashpoint Argovon System - Part II
Dan and Steve are back after their Christmas break to talk all about the second article from the Argovon Flashpoint series in White Dwarf.
The team examine the two planets featured in the article, as well as coming up with new forces (or expanding old ones) for use in Crusade games.
This episode wasn't released before Christmas as planned, so stay tuned for the final Argovon Flashpoint episo
Episode 60 - Review Show - Codex Necrons
Our very first 9th Edition 40k Codex review show!
Dan and Steve get to grips with the shiny new (ish) Necron Codex. In this episode we the team use the new Codex review format to talk all about Necrons.
Tune in for:
Faction Overview
Steve's Crusade Army List
Dan's Crusade Army List
Crusade Specific Content in the Codex
And more hobby goodness!
Tune in next week for a return to the
Episode 59 - Interview Show - Hobbying After Life-Changing Injuries with Heather (The Real Iron Hand)
In today's episode Dan is joined by a hobbyist with a hell of a story to tell.
Heather lost her dominant arm in a motorcycle crash some years ago and is still hobbying on, dubbing herself The Real Iron Hand!
We talk about how she's found learning to paint all over again and how her Space Marines (Iron Hands, obvs) were recently featured on Warhammer TV!
Heather is on Twitter as @realir
Episode 58 - Review Show - Flashpoint Argovon System
Dan and Steve talk all about the brand new Flashpoint series from White Dwarf.
The team discuss the background and narrative, before diving into the rules you can use in your games to represent waging war in the Argovon system! They finish off by designing a Crusade force to fit into one of the system's planets.
Steve picks Astra Militarum, and Dan goes for (eventually) the Aeldari! Find out
Episode 57 - Review Show - Imperial Armour Compendium, Combat Patrols and Hobby Catch Up
Dan and Steve get their grubby little mitts on the brand new Imperial Armour compendium, hot off the press. They talk about what this means for Red Scorpions, Death Korps of Krieg, the Necron Seraptek Heavy Construct and more!
Combat Patrol boxes are the new Start Collecting! sets, and this week sees sets for Deathwatch and Space Wolves go up for pre-order. Are they worth it?
Finally, the team dis
Episode 56 - Interview Show - Looting and Kitbashing Ork Vehicles with Rictus40k
It's ORKTOBER! Which means I get to chat to Orky kitbash maestro, Rictus40k!
You may have seen his excellent work over at recalcitrantdaze.blogspot.com or perhaps seen #LootedRepulsor or #Repulsork on Twitter.
Either way, I talk about his experience kitbashing Ork vehicles and scratchbuilding gubbins for all sorts of projects.
Can't wait to work on my own Orky project soon!
Rictus is @Rictus40k on
Episode 55 - Review Show - Crusade Mission Pack Beyond The Veil
Dan and Steve discuss the latest Crusade mission pack, set in the Pariah Nexus. In Beyond The Veil, players can set their Crusade games within this mysterious part of the galaxy which is under the influence of a sinister Necron xenotech weapon.
Find out about what those pesky Necrons are up to and how your Crusade force can investigate what is going on... Beyond The Veil!
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Episode 54 - Review Show - Chapter Approved Mission Pack Tactical Deployment
Dan and Steve dive into the latest Matched Play supplement, "Warhammer 40,000: Tactical Deployment Mission Pack". We talk about how this new way of playing works and its potential to cross over into Narrative Play.
Find out all about Terrain Points, Engine Sheds and more is this review show.
Don't forget to follow progress from us and others via #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn on Twitter and Instagram!
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Episode 53 - Crusade Campaign - Steve's Tallarn Initial Skirmishes
In the latest installment of the team's #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn Crusade campaign, Dan debriefs Steve after the first skirmish his Tallarn Desert Raider force took part in, against the foul xenos T'au. Find out how the game went, who was Marked For Greatness and whether any Battle Scars were earned or dished out!
Don't forget to follow progress from us and others via #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn on Twitter
Episode 52 - Crusade Campaign - Chaos Renegade Guard 25PL
Following on from last episode's discussion about Steve's Tallarn, today the team discuss Dan's long-awaited Renegade Guard project for his #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn Crusade army!
Steve enquires into the background and models for Dan's first 25 Power Level list for his fallen warriors of Cadia, discussing which units he'll be using and why.
Apologies if the sound quality is a bit off in this episode,
Episode 51 - Crusade Campaign - Tallarn Desert Raiders 25PL
The team embark on their first steps in their Crusade campaign, #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn!
In this episode, Steve shares his first 25 Power Level list for his Tallarn Desert Raiders, discussing which units fit into the concept of his first-moving armoured raiding force, and which units might be part of the expanded list in the future.
Dan also comes to terms with a few omissions from the recent Munito
Episode 50 - Review Show - Crusade Campaign System - 9th Edition 40k
Wow! 50th episode! Just in time for the release of 9th Edition 40k. What an occasion!
Dan and Steve are very excited to talk about their thoughts on narrative gaming in the new edition and in today's episode provide an overview of the brand-new Crusade campaign system.
Dan and Steve also level themselves up by rolling on a few tables to test out the RPG-like progression system within the game, wit
Episode 49 - Hobby Show - Dan's KCCO Chaos Renegade Militia
Next up in our ongoing #KeepCalmandCrusadeOn series, it's Dan's turn to talk about his Chaos Renegade Militia. With new Forge World rules potentially on the horizon from the 40k studio, now's an ideal time to shave off those Imperial Aquilas with a sharp hobby knife and start daubing Chaos stars on the side of your vehicles!
#KeepCalmandCrusadeOn is a way for you all to get involved in channeling
Episode 48 - Hobby Show - Steve's KCCO Tallarn Desert Raiders
To kick off our new global hobby collaborative hashtag, Steve talks all about his Tallarn Desert Raiders that he'll be doing for 9th Edition 40k. Steve discusses the models he plans on using, the unique conversions he has in the works as well as the overall narrative he's forging for his army. Steve and Dan also discuss cool ways to create scenarios that fit the force.
#KeepCalmandCrusadeOn is a w
Episode 47 - Hobby Show - 9th Edition Preview Hype
Apparently there's a new edition coming out? This may come as a surprise, as the internet hasn't had much coverage of it recently. Dan and Steve decide to change that by chatting all about their thoughts on what has been revealed so far, plus their hopes for what it means for the next edition of 40k.
We are also very excited to showcase off our fancy new episode intro, as well as introducing
Episode 46 - Hobby Show - Making Awesome Terrain with Leo from Rapid Tabletop
Today Dan is joined by Leo from Rapid Tabletop to talk about his epic terrain creations. You may have seen Leo's work on Insta or Twitter, his prolific work in producing stunning Zone Mortalis squares which are more like mini-dioramas is what caught the eye of the AOTI team.
Being able to chat to Leo about his projects was an absolutely pleasure and hopefully you will be as inspired to get your te
Episode 45 - Explorator I - Tyranids
Welcome to the very first episode in a brand new series of narratively-focused discussion about 40k, which we're calling the Explorator series!
In this new series, Steve and Dan will be exploring (hence the name!) various aspects of the Warhammer 40k universe. We'll be looking at the topic through three main perspectives; Lore, Modelling and Gaming.
In this debut Explorator episode, we focus
Episode 44 - Hobby Show - Warhammer TV Previews I and II
In today's episode, we discuss the recent Warhammer TV Twitch previews from last week and the week before! We talk about the releases we're excited about (and some we're less excited about) and discuss what we'd like to see in future previews.
Let us know what you think of the episode, as the "live reaction" style content isn't what we usually do and the format on a pre-recorded podcast may be a b
Episode 43 - Review Show - Psychic Awakening The Greater Good plus Space Marine Errata
In today's episode, we discuss the recent Space Marine errata and the Astra Militarum components of the new Psychic Awakening book, The Greater Good! For the former, Dan is also joined by friend of the show Max, who talks through how the recent changes impact his competitive Raven Guard (Raptors) army list!
Dan and Steve then nerd-out over tanks, artillery and all-things armour as we discuss the l
Episode 42 - Hobby Show - 40K GT Review and Dan's Narrative Catalyst
In today's episode, Steve talks Dan through "The Hero's Journey" and helps him place his new Astra Militarum army in the world of 40k with a bit of narrative consultancy work!
Join us as we talk about the 40k GT Final, how it went and why it made Dan take a step back from the competitive side of the game and just enjoy the hobby aspect of 40k a little more.
Links
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Episode 41 - Hobby Show - Las Vegas Open Previews
Dan and Steve are BACK! Happy 2020, all. Today we chat through the Las Vegas Open previews and talk about silly Ad Mech wings, horses with flamers for mouths and finish with some hobby mindfullness chat.
Let us know what you thought of the recent reveals on Twitter, Insta or Facebook!
Links
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Episode 40 - Review Show - Narrative Gaming in Chapter Approved 2019
Steve is given free reign to extol the virtues of Narrative Play and how the latest edition of Chapter Approved can be used to forge some epic narratives in the 41st Millennium. Dan, despite his Matched Plan tendencies, hatches some plans of his own to use the new content in his own games. We cover some of the narrative framework Games Workshop have provided, including Linked Games, Challenge Game
Episode 39 - Review Show - Codex Adepta Sororitas
A book Steve, and many of you, have been waiting for for many years! Finally, Codex Adepta Sororitas is in our hands.
We talk through some of the new lore, discuss cool combos with the new units and of course the usual run-down of Stratagems, Warlord Traits and Relics.
Timestamps
00:00 - Intro and Lore
25:55 - Adepta Sororitas Faction Rules
43:08 - Unit Discussion
1:02:18 - Order Convictions
1:04:
Episode 38 - Hobby Show - Adepta Sororitas Previews
Following our oh-so-confident predictions of the recent GW preview seminar at Blood and Glory, we reflect on how accurate (or not!) our predictions were.
Despite not having the full Codex in our grubby mitts, we also discuss some of the recent teases of the Adepta Sororitas rules from Warhammer Community. Some of the combos are already looking fairly tasty. Just how many Multi-Melta Dominions is e
Episode 37 - Review Show - Salamanders and Imperial Fists Codex Supplements
The final two Codex Supplements are out! Dan and Steve flick through these two tomes to decide how best to maximise the flamey goodness of Salamanders and how to forge an army worthy of Dorn himself.
We also discuss who the best Imperial Fists Successor Chapter really is, with absolutely no bias whatsoever. (TEMPLARS!)
Prior to all this we also discuss the latest news from the Warhammer Community
Episode 36 - Review Show - Phoenix Rising and New Aeldari Rules
The Psychic Awakening has… woken up? Dan and Steve crack open the new Phoenix Rising book, the first in the Psychic Awakening campaign series.
This book is absolutely rammed full of content for Craftworlds, Drukhari and Ynnari. If you’re not a pointy-eared fan, then you’ll probably want to know about all the new rules that Aeldari of all types are about to bring to bear against you on the tableto
Episode 35 - Review Show - Warcry vs Kill Team
Is Warcry just Kill Team in Age of Sigmar? No! Apparently not. But also yes. Kind of.
Join Dan and Steve as they compare the new skirmish boxed game from Games Workshop set in the Age of Sigmar universe to Kill Team and discuss some of the unique game mechanics.
We should point out that since recording this episode Games Workshop have confirmed that not only is the Core Set a limited run item, but
Episode 34 - Review Show - Codex Space Marines and Iron Hands Supplement
The Astartes are back and are better than ever! Join Dan and Steve as they talk through Combat Doctrines, Chapter Tactics and so much more in this bumper Review Show coming in at just shy of two hours!
With four Codex Supplements in the bag already and no sign of the relentless release pace of GW letting up, we thought it best to get
Timestamps
00:00 - Show introduction and lore discussion
24:28 -
Episode 33 - Hobby Show - NOVA Previews and Aeronautica Imperialis First Impressions
Ep 33 was meant to be our Space Marines Codex review, but with so many previews revealed by GW at the NOVA Open seminar, it seemed a shame not to talk excitedly about them for a whole episode! What are you most looking forward to - New Aspect Warriors? Emo Raven Guard? Plastic Rohan houses? Or the upcoming Adepta Sororitas army release?
Also, SMOL PLANEZ are a thing now. We'll be bringing our revi
Episode 32 – Interview Show – Genestealer Cults and Tournament Gaming with James Mackenzie
James Mackenzie, one of the top UK tournament players, joins Dan and Steve to talk all things GSC! We also…
Episode 31 – Hobby Show – 40k Psychic Awakening vs AoS Malign Sorcery
Dan and Steve delve into one of the more esoteric sneak peaks from the recent batch of GW previews, talking…
Episode 30 – Interview Show – 30k vs 40k with Ben Greaves
Episode 30 – Interview Show – 30k vs 40k with Ben Greaves Description Join Dan and Steve as they invite…
Episode 29 – Review Show – Codex Chaos Knights
Description Get ready to stomp the enemies of Chaos, because Dan and Steve are here to talk you through the…
