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Whatever game you play -- miniatures, board-war games, role-playing games -- Toxic Bag Productions' Battles sound scenes collection puts you in the center of the action. The air is thick with the sound of bullets whizzing by, cannons roaring, officers barking orders, tanks rumbling down wrecked streets, volleys of arrows and the crackling of energy weapons. Four audio battles from four distinct... [click here for more] |
Toxic Bag Productions, Inc. |
$5.98
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 FNH Audio presents the story of Fourth Massachusetts Cavalry, a regiment that was formed during the American Civil War. Its officers were almost all experienced men and the rank and file was likewise seeded with experience. The unit served with distinction throughout its existence. The book comes in three sections. The first tells of the "Battle at High Bridge". The Fourth were dispatched... [click here for more] |
Felbrigg Herriot |
$0.99
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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 |
$1.00
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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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With the growing popularity of mega cons are smaller game conventions dying out? Jonathan addresses the question with his thoughts. Be sure to listen to the entire episode to hear an important announcement about the birth of Jonathan’s first child.
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Mega Convention Pros
HUGE
Greater variety
More people
Attracts more attention from everyone... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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Stardust Publications Podcast - Episode#1: Gaming the American Civil War & On Common Ground. How to campaign the American Civil War within a miniature wargame and a Review of the On Common Ground: American Civil War Miniatures Wargame by its authors; Brian J Baker and Russ Polston. ... [click here for more] |
Stardust Publications |
FREE
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To get you acquainted with Toxic Bag's sounds, we've stocked this sampler with sounds from each of our Game Masters and BATTLES CDs, as well as some sounds from our 99¢ Soundpacks. We have over 200 sound effects for role-playing games available.
The Toxic Bag sampler includes:
From the Game Master's Collection Volume 1: The Twentieth Century
• The Mad Scientist's Laboratory... [click here for more] |
Toxic Bag Productions, Inc. |
FREE
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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 Hobby Bunker Game Day 2014
Boston Trained Bands hosts a successful annual game day at the Hobby Bunker in Malden. Jonathan attended their fifth annual game day in 2014. Listen to this episode to learn what games were played, what games wowed the gamers, and 5 reasons why game days are important.
Help promote the local wargaming community
Allow wargamers to find each other and form... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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Holiday Gift Guide 2014 with Aaron Bostian
The Holiday Gift Guide 2014 aims to make it easier to shop for the special wargamers in our lives. In general shopping can be stressful and doubly so for wargamers.
Special guest Aaron Bostian returns to the show to join Jonathan in creating this year’s list. If you’re unfamiliar with the Holiday Gift Guide we hope you will enjoy this... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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] |
Wargaming Recon |
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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... [click here for more] |
Wargaming Recon |
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