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One of the great military treatises of all time, written by Frederick the Great of Prussia when he was, arguably, at the height of his powers, this audiobooklet reveals the tactics, strategy, tricks and ruses of war that this great general of the Enlightenment had distilled both from his own experience and his reading of the great generals of his age. Both the military historian, the wargamer and,... [click here for more] |
Henry Hyde Limited |
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On to Valhalla Copyright 2017 Winged Warrior Publishing (ASCAP). All Rights Reserved! Song Length = 2:19 Audio = Stereo MP3 Sample Rate = 44,100 Samples/Second Bit Rate = 192 Bits/Second
Style = Tribal / Sound Effects / Cinematic / Soundtrack Theme = War cries and sword clanks!
On to Valhalla is track 6 on Stratos: The Final Frontier (Bailey Records, 2017).... [click here for more] |
Bailey Records |
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Hearken ye pirates and black-hearted sea dogs. Nox Arcana beckons ye to set sail upon the haunted seas where ghost ships prowl the misty dead of night and ancient treasure lies buried far below the endless waves. This epic soundscape explores the mysteries of the deep with dynamic orchestrations, ghostly melodies, pirate anthems and gothic choirs. Set a course for high adventure. This item is available... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Russ Lockwood, editor of Wally Simon’s Secrets of Wargame Design Volume 1, is the guest. He discusses being a game designer, editor, and publisher. Some discussion of his Napoleonic ruleset Snappy Nappy ensues. ... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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A Pirate's Quest Copyright 2006 Winged Warrior Publishing (ASCAP). All Rights Reserved! Song Length = 1:32 Audio = Stereo MP3 Sample Rate = 44,100 Samples/Second Bit Rate = 192 Bits/Second
Style = Cinematic / Soundtrack Theme = Orchestrated theme for any swashbuckling adventure!
A Pirate's Quest was originally released in 2006 as a theme song for Unorthodox Pirates by The Le Games.... [click here for more] |
Bailey Records |
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Delve into the haunted realms of Edgar Allan Poe, as Nox Arcana pays tribute to the classic tales of the literary master of the macabre with a lush musical tapestry of Victorian elegance and Gothic nightmares. This dark soundscape offers 21 tracks of ghostly melodies, mournful dirges, eerie sound effects and ominous orchestrations.
This item is available as a full-album download... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Dare to explore the shadows of a forsaken sanitarium that is haunted by the souls of the dead. This sinister soundscape contains 21 tracks of ghostly melodies, pulse-pounding orchestrations and creepy sound effects to set a dark, nightmarish mood. High upon the rocky cliffs overlooking the Miskatonic River, the hollow edifice of Blackthorn Asylum stands as a bleak monument to the horrors... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Explore a spellbinding soundscape of haunting melodies and winter magic. As the first snow mingles with stardust and moonlight, an enchanted kingdom comes to life once again, deep in the Ebonshire forest. The White Queen of Winter returns to cast her ancient spell of slumber, and as the woodlands drift to sleep, she watches over a tranquil realm of wondrous dreams and memories frozen in time.... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Huzzah is one of the best historical gaming conventions in New England. It features a variety of historical tabletop games from many time periods and rule sets.
Huzzah 2015 was the first live in person recording of Wargaming Recon. Many thanks to Dean Emmerson for making it possible.
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Games Discussed
Bloody Tomahawk – Supplies... [click here for more] |
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The Analogue Hobbies Painting Challenge is NOT your average painting contest. Jonathan shares how and why you may want to enter.
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Listener Adam’s entries
BenG’s 20mm Wurrtemburg Horse Artillery
Mailbag Via our Facebook page:
Listener David commented about episode 131 Ancient History Magazine Kickstarted saying “Both the quality... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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Have you ever wanted to go to a gaming convention but didn’t know what to play? This episode shares 5 tips to help you choose the right games for you to play.
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What time is the game?
Who is the GM?
What rules are used/Have you played this before?
How many people can play/Who else is playing?
How involved do you need to be to play?
Mailbag... [click here for more] |
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Henry Hyde Wargaming Author
Henry Hyde comes back on the show for his third appearance. Henry talks about his book the Wargaming Compendium, wargaming, and what he’s been up to.
In a special segment after the show Henry and Jonathan discuss Jonathan’s Ancient Rome inspired imagi-nation campaign the War of Latinian Expansion. Jonathan is blending computer gaming with traditional... [click here for more] |
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5 Tips to Turn OFF a Potential Wargamer
It isn’t easy to run a good demo game, participation game, or event at a gaming convention. This episode shares 5 tips to AVOID…unless you want to turn off a would be wargamer. Just kidding!
When listening to this episode keep in mind the tips to turn off a would be wargamer are presented facetiously. Use this episode as things to avoid.... [click here for more] |
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Are Painted Minis Essential to Miniatures Wargaming?
Inspired by Sam Mustafa’s column in Wargames, Soldiers, and Strategy issue 71 (Buy the PDF) Jonathan editorializes on the the necessity, or lack thereof, of painted miniatures. As a current non-painter Jonathan approaches the question of “What exactly is our hobby?”
Karwansaray Publishers sought responses from wargamers... [click here for more] |
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Return to the realm of Ebonshire to celebrate the magic and glory of Winter. In the heart of the Ebonshire forest, the Winter King takes his place upon the crystal throne. With a single breath he transforms the woodlands into an enchanted kingdom of ice and snow. Raising his staff, he summons the four winds and sets them forth to spread his magic throughout the land. And as the earth is covered... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Wally Simon’s Secrets of Wargame Design edited by Russ Lockwood of On Military Matters takes the center stage. Also discussed:
Update on the Flames of War Events Situation
Wargames Illustrated Issue 296
Dedhampton Revolution Update
Plimoth Plantation Trip
Mail Bag – Comments on Episode 75
Pinterest
... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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Enter the Realm of Fable, where goblins, elves and sylvan spirits dwell in the deepest shadows of the forest beneath the wicked Witch Queen's spell of eternal darkness. Nox Arcana invites you to immerse yourself in a haunting soundscape of bewitching melodies, eerie sound effects and pulse-pounding orchestrations as you explore an enchanted land of dark fairy tales and childhood nightmares. This... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Venture forth into the blackest heart of the Carpathian Mountains. and explore the mysterious land of vampires, witches and werewolves... This seductive and darkly romantic soundtrack elaborates upon Bram Stoker's classic horror novel Dracula, with haunting piano, violin and harpsichord melodies, creepy pipe organs, tolling bells, wailing spirits, and gothic choirs. This item is available as a... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Embark on a musical journey throughout a legendary haunted house with a dark and sinister history. This is the original tale of an abandoned Victorian mansion, a cursed bloodline, tales of black magic, murder, and vengeful ghosts. This gothic soundscape contains haunting melodies, eerie voices, Latin chants, and foreboding orchestrations to create a perfect dark and moody atmosphere. This item... [click here for more] |
Monolith Graphics |
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Errigal of Dunlewey Copyright 2010 Winged Warrior Publishing (ASCAP). All Rights Reserved! Song Length = 4:15 Audio = Stereo MP3 Sample Rate = 44,100 Samples/Second Bit Rate = 192 Bits/Second
Style = Cinematic / Soundtrack Theme = A Celtic tavern tune.
Errigal of Dunlewey is track 8 on Stratos: The Final Frontier (2017). This song was composed and produced by Stratos over... [click here for more] |
Bailey Records |
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Facebook groups can be an incredible resource for wargamers. Discover 5 great Facebook groups for wargamers by listening to this episode.
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5 Great Facebook Groups for Wargamers
Wargames Directory (now Tabletop Wargames Network)
Wargames @ BattleShades
Wargames Calendar Events + Shows
BARBARIANS
The Historical Wargames eXchange
Mailbag... [click here for more] |
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Learn how to survive the closing of your friendly local game store (FLGS). Guest Aaron Bostian has tips based on his experience of his FLGS shutting down.
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Advice to survive the closing of your Friendly Local Game Store
Communicate with one another. Social media can become your best friend.
Look outside the box for gaming locations. Try someone’s... [click here for more] |
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Looking Back on 2014
The 2014 podcast season has been incredible! Almost 23,000 people tuned in this year. With the help of listeners like Y-O-U we raised over $400 for charity. Listen to this episode to hear what else made 2014 special.
This episode discussed:
Top 10 Episodes of 2014
Ep 119: Henry Hyde Wargaming Author
Ep 123: The Great Wargaming Survey (with Jasper Oorthuys)
ReCast... [click here for more] |
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Wargaming Recon #109: TotalCon 2014
TotalCon 2014
Didn’t make it to TotalCon 2014? Don’t worry, you can walk in Jonathan’s shoes by listening to this episode.
TotalCon 2014 Highlights
Meeting Stefan Pokorny, founder of Dwarven Forge
Listening to Matthew Ebel LIVE
Successfully co-GMing the sold out Raid on Pitt’s Landing
Spending time... [click here for more] |
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HuzzahCon 2014
Special guest Dean Emmerson is a member of the Maine Historical Wargamers Association, which organizesHuzzahCon in Portland, Maine. He joins the episode to share why you need to attend HuzzahCon 2014. Some of the highlights are shared. Dean and Jonathan discuss great places to eat in Portland, Maine.
The duo express their love for the Boston Trained Bandsgaming... [click here for more] |
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5 Tips to Turn OFF a Potential Wargamer
It isn’t easy to run a good demo game, participation game, or event at a gaming convention. This episode shares 5 tips to AVOID…unless you want to turn off a would be wargamer. Just kidding!
When listening to this episode keep in mind the tips to turn off a would be wargamer are presented facetiously. Use this episode as things to avoid.... [click here for more] |
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Great Wargamer Destinations
Summer is a time to relax and go on vacation. Why not also gather some inspiration for wargaming to boot?
Jonathan shares a few of his favorite wargamer destinations. If we didn’t cover one of your’s, then please share it with us on Facebook, Twitter, or via e-mail at cwfgamecast@wargamingforums.com.
USS Constitution in Boston, Massachusetts USA
Plimouth... [click here for more] |
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Kickstarter for Wargamers
Kickstarter is a crowdfunding website that can help games to be produced, which would otherwise not see the light of day. Behind this image exists a danger that all wargamers need to be aware of. When properly handled Kickstarter can be hugely powerful for all involved.
Jonathan shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of Kickstarter. If we didn’t cover... [click here for more] |
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Wargaming With Kids
Jonathan shares tips for adults hoping to get kids into wargaming. These are also useful for wargaming parents looking to find a wargaming event at which their child can play.
Simplify the rules
Fun is the goal
Durability is important
BONUS: Whenever you see the name Mike Paine as a GM at a game day or a convention you NEED to sign up to play in Mike’s games.... [click here for more] |
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Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon 2014
The Extra Life 24hr Game-a-thon helps kids in need to get the medical treatments they desperately need. Learn how Wargaming Recon raised money by playing games for 24 hours.
The funds are used to provide medical care for kids whose families otherwise could not afford the help.
Listen to this episode... [click here for more] |
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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,... [click here for more] |
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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 canDONATE HERE.
We also discuss:
Listener Richard Crawley from the U.K. has his latest e-mail read on how he’s given back.
100th episode plans
You can Sponsor... [click here for more] |
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Building an Affordable Game Table.
How to have a game table is a question many gamers posit. Each has specific needs to fulfill in their attempt to obtain their very own game table. Who wouldn’t like to have a flat space on which to command armies of pewter and plastic toy soldiers?
Game Table PDFs
Game Table Parts List
Game Table Drawing
We also discuss:
100th... [click here for more] |
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Interviewing Jonathan.
Ever wonder what makes Jonathan tick? Listener Aaron Bostian turns the tables, takes the mic, and serves as host for this special episode.
Jonathan is in the hot seat while Aaron interviews him about his life and gaming. We hope you enjoy this peak behind the curtain.
Aaron’s Questions:
How did you specifically develop an interest in historical wargaming,... [click here for more] |
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Rogue Chess with Peter “Blix” Bryant.
Wargaming Recon #94: Rogue Chess with Peter "Blix" Bryant [ 1:41:57 ] Hide Player| Play in Popup | Download
Think you know what chess is? Peter “Blix” Bryant has a Kickstarter that adds the bacon flavor to chess. He discusses Rogue Chess and explains some of the cards.
If you like chess, if you LOVE having fun, and if you’re... [click here for more] |
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Wargames Magazines with Jasper Oorthuys.
Jasper Oorthuys is the managing editor forAncient Warfare, Wargames Soldiers & Strategy, and Medieval Warfaremagazines. He steers the course for these highly successful periodicals.
A subscription to Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy is featured in our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide. Get 15% off... [click here for more] |
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Black Powder Explosion.
This episode predates the name Wargaming Recon.
We hope you will enjoy this one from the vault, it is the 2nd most popular episode in Wargaming Recon history! Not bad considering it was originally released April 14, 2011.
Jonathan J. Reinhart and former co-host Tom Barbalet record together for the first time since Jonathan was sick with the zombie flu (actually, a... [click here for more] |
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This classic episode features host Jonathan J. Reinhart as he discusses Huzzah Con 2011 (click to go register). He chats about the games he will be playing and why he is attending the con with his wife. Jonathan highlights some other games that he wishes he could play. He manages to insert a reference to deceased estates while discussing the bring and buy on Sunday.
For those attending the con Jonathan... [click here for more] |
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This classic episode features host Jonathan J. Reinhart and former co-host Tom Barbalet as they discuss Jonathan’s trip to Huzzah Con 2011. Jonathan provides a brief overview of Huzzah and some sights to see in Portland, Maine. Almost the entire show is devoted to a discussion of Huzzah Con 2011. Jonathan describes the first game he played, Raiders of Sulu Sea by Mike Paine, which used homegrown... [click here for more] |
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Henry Hyde and Battlegames Magazine
This episode predates the name Wargaming Recon.
We hope you will enjoy this one from the vault, it is one of the most popular episodes in Wargaming Recon history! Not bad considering Jonathan was too ill to host.
Host Jonathan J. Reinhart and guest Henry Hyde, editor of Battlegames Magazine, discuss a myriad of topics. Jonathan gets Henry to reveal some... [click here for more] |
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Historical Modelling.
Host Jonathan J. Reinhart releases the inaugural Wargaming Recon episode.
Dispatches from HQ (or should I say Despatches from HQ) kicks off the show. Henry Hyde’s forthcoming book The Wargaming Compendium (searching Barnes & Nobles website will know show the book, please use the link I provide) is discussed. Pre-order troubles with both Amazon and... [click here for more] |
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Host Jonathan J. Reinhart begins the show with a monologue on the responsibility podcasters have to their listeners (inspired by the latest installment of his column at TrollITC, read How Kevin Smith Rekindled My Podcasting Flame). The show discusses Huzzah Convention 2012 held in Portland, Maine.
Jonathan discusses all things Huzzah Con 2012 including his thoughts on the First Battle of Sacket’s... [click here for more] |
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Civ IV: Colonization.
Also discussed:
New Logo by Jeremy Kostiew
Mailbag: Responses to Ep 79: 5 Reasons You SHOULD Shop at Your FLGS
“Buy” episodes, for free, on Wargame Vault
Civilization 4: Colonization
Is a great source of inspiration and information for my Dedhampton Revolution historical what-if campaign. Each nation has a different bonus and choice of different leaders... [click here for more] |
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6 Must Read Magazines for Historical Gamers.
These are magazines that any historical gamer, or wargamer, will find useful. They contain articles, photographs, reviews, and imagery that, together, provide the full picture on any historical era of interest.
Archaeology magazine
Wargames Illustrated magazine
Military History magazine
Naval History magazine
Battlegames... [click here for more] |
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Holiday Gift Guide 2012.
December is here and that means it is time for another installment of the annual holiday gift guide. Don’t worry, Jonathan mistakenly says “Holiday Gift Guide 2013″ in the episode but he really means 2012. This year there are a couple of changes. The price categories are now Under $20, Under $50, and $100 and Up. Also, categories have 3 recommendations... [click here for more] |
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Wargaming on the Cheap.
Not everyone can afford to buy the latest rulebook, the next expansion, or the newest miniatures. Not everyone wants to do that either. It is not only possible but exciting to wargame on the cheap. In this episode Jonathan shares some great ways that you can wargame on the cheap.
Use your local library for resource material
Free Paper Terrain
Plastic Army Men
Print... [click here for more] |
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5 Goals for 2013.
Last year I set my (Un)Realistic Goals for 2012. Liking the idea I am continuing the trend with my 5 Goals for 2013.
Improve Accessibility
Consistently Release Great Content
Nurture a Strong and Growing Community
Mix It Up
Give Back
Also discussed:
New recording workflow using new equipment: Behringer XENYX 802 Mixer (Affiliate Link), Audio-Technica... [click here for more] |
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Angelia Parenteau – TotalCon’s Promotional Director.
Long term listeners may recall Episode 69: Angelia Heroux & TotalCon when I first chatted with Angelia, newly married, about Total Confusion LLC (TotalCon).TotalCon is New England’s largest tabletop gaming convention.
This time we discuss Total Confusion 27. Plenty of great events are happening with a multitude of fantastic... [click here for more] |
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TotalCon 27.
Fix yourself a snack, sit in a comfy chair, and ready yourself to listen to a mammoth Wargaming Recon episode.
Total Confusion 27 is discussed at length. Jonathan recorded audio live at the con from his hotel room. That audio forms the first hour of this episode. The second hour covers Friday night through Sunday mid-morning of the con. The second half of the show was recorded... [click here for more] |
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Save the Higgins Armory Museum.
Imagine a place where you get first hand experience with military history. A place more incredible than anything you could imagine. That place is the Higgins Armory Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts and it is closing for good on December 31, 2013.
We share the news about the closing and why the museum needs to be saved. The Worcester Telegram & Gazette has... [click here for more] |
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