JHamm Special: Recent Episodes

John Hamman

The JHamm Special is a podcast mainly about Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, and other aspects of my nerdy life! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jhammspecial/support

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Just finished building my new favorite terrain kit for Kill Team and even larger games of 40k. Let's talk about it!!!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jhammspecial/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jhammspecial/support

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In this episode I give my basic template of how much train you should probably have to get started with your games of Warhammer 40K I also recommend different ways to build your board up in different types of terrain you should feature on your tabletop to make your games more fun and exciting for beginners intermediate players in season veterans alike.


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Simply what the title of the episode states. For a lot of new players including myself back in the day I was really confused about how command points stratums and battleforged armies worked coming from the core rule book open play missions. This episode will shed some light and hopefully dispel some of the mystery that these different features of the game bring, and hopefully give you a little bit of a tactical advantage and a new flavor to add to your games of Warhammer 40K


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How can you play Warhammer 40K smaller than Games workshop intended. Join me as I share my playtesting around games smaller than the Combat Patrol sized games. How you can build your forces out, how to have unique tactics, and what you can focus on to play 40K on a quick and snappy pace


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This episode I retouch on my opinions of the current codecs and how the sniper rifles can work best for your armies of the Imperial Guard. I share what the weapon profile looks like and how I am currently feeling them in my different armies.


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This episode I go over multiple ways you can get your start from an absolute stop into the game of Warhammer 40k. Geared towards folks who have never played a war game or have played Warhammer 40k before and are interested in learning more or taking the dive


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Geared towards beginner players or folks just wanted to start the Space Marines, a good way to get started in playing the adeptus astartes. I go over how games workshop has designed their combat patrol box for beginners and where you can get wholesale savings with it, and my alternate route of how I would get started if I were to begin playing Warhammer 40k today


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I take this time to give insight on three steps that I've taken to win more Warhammer that I wish I would have known or would have wished to know and how to put into words getting started in this wonderful hobby and game.


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I go over a full overview of how to play your first game of Warhammer 40k and what to expect during each of the phases of the game. This can be used alongside the core book, the free PDF of core rules you receive, or wherever you might have acquired rules for Warhammer 40k. I touch on the basic understanding of what all can be done in each phase of the game, and I talk about the advanced rules and scenarios that might come up and cause problems for starting players.


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In this episode I go over what I believe to be the top five armies that beginners should consider playing with for the game of Warhammer 40k and Warhammer 40k kill team. I approached this from a budget consideration and also for an overall beginning theme for the different factions.


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In this episode I go over how I got started playing the Imperial Guard or Astra Militarum for the game of Warhammer 40k. Using my experience and knowledge now, I tell you how I should have gotten started on a budget playing the guard, and what I recommend that you should get started with as a good foundation and then how to build yourself up on a budget.


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I share with you the value purchase I made of the recruit edition and how I did a little bit of changes to make it into viable kill teams for Warhammer 40K kill team.


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This quick episode goes into some beginner friendly tactics on why to run Armor Piercing Weapons And how to pack more into your lists.


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This episode (while directed at beginners) goes over just about everything you will need to know about the Space Marine Intercessor Kill Teams, from basic statlines, to effective ploys, to my picks for top Tac Ops to grab up for secondary objectives. I incorporate things I am glad to have learned from playing this specific team and things I wish I knew to help me in those earlier games. I will have everything I talk about on my episode post @JHammSpecial on Twitter so jump over there to follow along!


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I take just a couple minutes to go over my thoughts about the kill team starter set and why I think it could be advantageous to a lot of new players and playgroups getting started in the game. And honestly I give a lot of kudos to games workshop for putting a product like this out at the price that they are asking


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Today's episode is going to focus on how to get started playing kill team completely from scratch. My goal is to help outsiders understand what all you might have to commit to getting in order to play this game and ways to actually do it on a budget. I bring up some different links and places where you can find some of the resources I mentioned on the Twitter page for the podcast @JHammSpecial


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This episode I break down some of the pitfalls new players might have when choosing a spec op for your narrative play campaigns to put on your dataslates. I do a brief overview of archetypes and also talk about which teams are most flexible for playing a narrative play campaign and having more available to you.


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Let's talk about arguably one of my all time favorite teams (and a compendium one) that is proving to stack up well in the eyes of casual and competitive players alike for Kill Team 2021! I go over what I am running, what I have seen other content creators running, and the lore behind my Scion Team, Commissar Hamerov's StormEagles.


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This episode I go over some of the ways that you can start playing Magic gatherings most popular casual format commander on a budget.


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Let's talk about the Strategic and Tactical Ploys available to the Space Marines and how you can use them for your games of Kill Team!


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I give the lowdown on the best fire team for the space marine faction found within the compendium. I go over my reasons why I think is probably the most flexible and adaptable team to bring to the table and how I discover them and the successes I've had with the team itself.


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I go into probably more detail than I should about the space marine faction and what data sheets I think are relevant for new players to the faction and new players to kill team. I explain the different ploys available within the compendium and how to use them within your games and how to understand them on a basic level to help you win more. And I even go over some builds that I feel are most "optimal" and some builds that I feel are "fluffy" and fun!


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I talk about one of my favorite casual decks that I've built for a budget player. Using one of the most iconic magic cards ever created, and how you can get it for less than 10 bucks. If you want to try control and try blue and white as colors for Magic the Gathering, come check this episode out and you can check the deck out here: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4160059#paper


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Arguably the first and most important step you need to take in your financial health journey is planning a budget for you and/or your family unit. Knowing is half the battle and when you can develop a good budget that fits within your means and that you actually agree to and feel comfortable with it's going to bring you a lot more peace in your life and allow you to feel less stressed out about where your money is going month and month. Let me share with how I would go and construct a budget from the ground up!


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I dive into whether or not I think the new box for kill team is worth your time and your money. I go over what can be found in the box and go over comparable sources to understand if you're actually getting your money's worth!


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I provide a step by step breakdown of a super budget Mono Black Deck that gives you the power of playing in a graveyard. If you want to play a casual modern deck that helps you channel your inner necromancer without breaking the bank, this is what you will need! Check the deck out at: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4434766#paper


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Today I give you an overview of my three principles that I might self adhere to to live a financially healthier life, and talk a little bit about My background and a greater understanding on how you should take this information in. My goal with the financial Friday episodes are to help those alleviate anxiety surrounding your financial health.


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Excitedly I share one of my most recent games I've had the opportunity to play at my local gaming store. Where my Darksteel Intercessors went up against my Chaos Space Marine kill team. I explain how the game went Some of my takeaways from playing and what my lists look like is far as what we were bringing to the game, and how I fared compared to my opponent!


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Winning magic is a lot of fun, but winning magic in the way that you want to win is even better! Join me today as we talk about the card Thopter Foundry and how you can make a modern deck that allows this to go infinite without having to pay way too much money.


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I cover a touchy subject around whether or not you should be allowed to use third-party sources to gather the rules for your favorite war game or skirmish game. I cover a situation that happened at a local gaming store and how each party's interaction can shape this hobby and community going forward.


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I go over arguably the best allied color pair charm that there is and while every mode is useful and what decks you can be playing this in that involve the colors green and white. Great for competitive players, and great for casual players looking to find cheap powerful cards to add to their decks


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I talk briefly on what the Pauper format is, how I have gotten back into it, and where I plan to go with it!


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This episode goes over the red and green charm out of the charm cycle, I go over ways that it is beneficial in the sideboard and in your main deck for your strategies and themes


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I talk about one of my least favorite charms in the whole guild charm cycle. But I go over how it can be effectively used and some reasons on why you want to bring it into your decks! Come see what the guild of shadows can bring with their charm in hand.


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Today I delve into the red and black charm in my charm cycle, talking about ways you can use lactose charm and include it into your decks especially as a control player!


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Let's talk what members of your party should be present, and what roles they should be fulfilling in order to make the ideal party. Great for getting brand new people into the game and typically have enough strengths to shore up each other's weaknesses during gameplay and when you're crafting your adventures as a dungeon master. I share my preferred classes, and I share the overall themes or roles that can be a little bit more flexible for your preferred gameplay


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I go into probably too much depth on how I love the card Azorius charm and how you are underutilizing it in your casual and budget decks! Not only is this card a good piece of removal but it's also flexible to get you out of a tight spot!


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This episode I go into probably too much detail over one of my favorite all-star angels that I've played In many of my casual and starter decks. I explain the power that actually comes with Serra Angel and how you can make her work for your decks!


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This episode I go over the template I use whenever I am first constructing a magic the gathering deck. This is aimed towards new / casual players who are wanting to build their first or second magic decks, or establish players looking for an easier way to build kitchen table decks for their friends to play with. I have used the template over the years, and have done some tweaking to it and some changes to it, but has helped tremendously to making it feel like I am playing more magic and having more of an impact on the game while still being able to stay fairly budget and fairly focused!


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I go over Kiln Fiend the ways In which I have used it, and some of the popular formats you can find for this card for the casual and competitive Magic the gathering player


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This episode I go over some of the ways that I recommend beginners start learning about the game and getting a better understanding of what play styles and colors you really enjoy. I talk a little bit about the "Rule of Cool", player personality profiles, and some of the different archetypes and color play styles you might find you enjoy based on other activities you enjoy in your life!


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For new and existing players getting new players in!


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I give you some of my insights as somebody transferring from kill team 2018 to kill team 2021. I share some of the challenges I've had with the new system, but overwhelmingly share some of the positive insights I see with this new system now that I've gotten to try a few games out. I also provide advice around what peripherals are needed to actually play and engage the game as somebody coming over to it brand new or from the old system!


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I dive into the basics of building an effective manabase on a budget. I explain some of the cards that I have used personally and building kitchen table magic decks and my journey of upgrading those to more optimized and competitive mana bases for formats like modern. Great for casual players looking to build their first few decks, and great for experience players who are looking to take their decks to the next level


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I explain what Mana Ramp is, why you want it, and some examples on how to evaluate what are good and bad pieces of ramp for your money


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I go over my initial thoughts of the game of Warhammer 40k: Kill Team (2021) after I have read through the rules and before playing any games. I go over some of my feelings of the edition and share some criticisms I have with the new edition but go over the primarily hopeful and excited features this game will bring!


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Just a quick update on what I'm looking to bring to the channel in the future coming up!


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In this episode I go over one of my recent commander decks that I have built. I explain what kind of deck he is being run in, and why you might want to look at the archetype overall for your next game of EDH.


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This episode I share with you my experience and getting to the hobby and the painting side, and I give you some ideas of what how you can make your life simpler on the painting side of the hobby.


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In this episode I go over how I would start collecting space Marines for Warhammer 40K if I were to get into the hobby today. I go over a few different options that games workshop provides and some of the ways that you can go about building your army if you are more hobby-centric and are willing to take some risks with building your models. I primarily focus on how to start off with a combat patrol list aiming to be less expensive than buying a combat patrol box.


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Check out the sample deck here: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4160059#paper This episode, I dive into my thought process of building a budget control deck for those of you wanting to dive into the archetype. I use a Blue/White (U/W) deck to explain my methodology!


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I just inform you guys as my faithful listeners on some of the changes I'm making with my podcast. With the new release of the new kill team, I want to let you know what content I am planning on bringing to you in the future for the games. I briefly go over some of the pros and cons of the new kill team and why I will be playing it when it is released.


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Octarius release will be on us tomorrow and with many speculating there will be a new edition (or at the very least) new additions to the current edition. I throw my hat in the ring and share what I think could bring a cool and much needed shake up to the Kill Team format!


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I focus on how Astra militarum lists take advantage of multiple models to outnumber and competitively take on elite factions like the Space Marines of loyalists and heretic factions. I also break down how I make "fire teams" to outmatch my opponents, on the board. Great for casual and competitive kill team guard generals!


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And this episode I go over ways to make Warhammer 40K and Warhammer kill team narrative play games work for you. I give you the examples that games workshop provides out of their official rules and how they can have pros and cons to playing them, and I go over the way that I have forged narrative campaigns for Warhammer 40K and Warhammer kill team by using my history and experience of being a dungeon master for D&D!


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I visit the data sheets and the advantages you give yourself when you bring a company / platoon commander to your kill team roster. I go over some of the choices that work well for "fluffy" lists and choices that work well to eat out the most that you can for competitive lists!


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This episode, I go over my top three picks for kill team missions out of the core rule book. I touch on some of the differences between the open play missions, the narrative play missions, and the match play missions.


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I go over what the commander format is for Magic the gathering, and explain some of the ways that you can get started in acquiring or building your first commander deck


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I go over how I would start playing Astra Militarum on a budget if I were approaching the hobby again and how the new upgrade to Cadian Shock Troops has changed my approach. Great for newcomers and casual players. This episode or not going to be the competitive "end all" winning list, but a great way to begin with 1 box!


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This episode I go over sergeant models for both Warhammer 40K and kill team and what wargear options you should be bringing, and how what you equip them with will change between games.


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Let's talk about arguably the best supporting color of all of Magic and how you can make it support others or stand on its own two feet! Great options for budget/new players to learn themes that cross sets and ideas for deck building.


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This episode I solely focus on the regimental doctrines you can find for kill team out of the elites expansion and why you should be play with them as a casual/competitive player. I go over ways that I have used these doctrines and the ways others have played it on the competitive and casual scenes and how they can add a little bit more flavor and power to your Astra Militarum lists!


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And this episode I dive into why I like to play with larger kill team games. I explain ways that it benefits both the competitive player and the casual player for Warhammer 40K kill team!


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Let's talk about the fervour and ferocity found in the color red. I break down the themes and common creatures found in the color pie of red. Great for budget and for season players from competitive to casual!


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I go over the competitive advantage the Astra Militarum gets when using orders for their faction and explain some of the faction tactics you can use to make the most out of your Kill Team full of Guardsmen! Great for casuals and the casually competitive!


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This episode breaks down what a plasma gun is what profile it fits great in and ways you can maximize your efficiency using this weapon load out for your models.


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Listener question answered on how to get started with Kill Team when you are limited on what you can buy!


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Take a look at the common themes and creatures you can find among the color of Black in Magic the Gathering. How can you make one of the most versatile and powerful colors in magic work for you and your budget and experienced decks!


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I dive into how to personalize your own Regiment/Chapter/Sept/etc in Warhammer 40k and Kill Team. I focus on ways that you can build a background for your custom characters and forces to help fit them into the Warhammer Universe. The foundation is set and I give an example of how I have used it for my custom regiment: The Valoris 5th.


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I break down some of the common creatures and themes you find in the color blue I also give strategic insight on how budget players can craft their decks to use the themes commonly found in blue across multiple sets of Magic the gathering!


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Today I just really felt like talking about my Astra militarum scions. I have been really motivated to play with my Valores Stormguard as of late. I want to share with you all why I'm choosing to make this my main faction for kill team where I am currently with the team and the army overall, and where I intend to go with it.


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In this episode I emphasize some of the common themes you find set to set in the color pie of white. I give insight on my experience playing with these themes and how they can be beneficial to you as a budget/ new player. I go over some of the common decks that you have seen these played in and go over other arch types that can be handy in the colored pie of white!


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Excited to play some kill team again, I go over an after action battle report that took place today where my Scion's (The Valoris Stormguard) took on Alex's (Si1ent_Squirre1) Astra Militarum Cadians. Tune in to hear if I think playing Scions is worth it, how the tactics and gameplay worked, and hear how the teams fared overall!


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For those of you looking to learn some of the basics of specialists in kill team (specifically found in the core rules). I go over why specialists are important for those who are casual, competitive, and in between!


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I go over some ways to adapt your kill team to be more efficient against a wider range of opponents. I explain the differences between making a take-all comers list and a more honed list.


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I go into a deep dive into the special weapon known as sniper rifles. I share with you why I think that the sniper rifle is under-valued by others in the community and how I think they can actually be used in both Warhammer 40K and kill team.


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I explain some of the core tactics found on page 65 of the rules. I explain how these can add flexibility and a new dynamic to your games if you haven't tried playing with them before!


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I give some advice on avoiding "burnout" or "hobby fatigue" in your various hobbies, be it on the tabletop or out in public.


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I give you the low down on how the list building process works and how you should be looking at the hobby of Warhammer 40k as someone completely new to the game. I aim to answer the questions many new players face and work towards quelling your fears!


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I have another nice short and sweet episode going over the different bolt rifles that you can find for your intercessors for both Warhammer 40k and Kill Team alike. I go over what situations I would bring them in and how I would rate them if you only had to go with one choice!


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I cover the many ways I have used NPC Followers for DnD, and how I prefer to run them and how my players have preferred them!


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I talk about the open war mission pack that you can buy for Warhammer 40K. I let you know why I think this might be a product that you might want to pick up and a reason why you may not want it. I also explain how I use this deck of cards to play matches of kill team!


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I go over a 3 step method of adding crafting to your Dungeons and Dragons world, either behind the scenes as a DM or for your players to take part!


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I bring in some numbers on how much of a card type you should be bringing in for your decks for Multiplayer MtG games!


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In this segment I go over the terrain to begin with for brand new players getting into Warhammer 40K. I explain the differences between the more budget options and the more expensive options.


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I go over the 3 steps I use to create simple and complex quests and adventures for Dungeons and Dragons, allowing you to easily fill your worlds with tasks your players can undertake!


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I give you some stats ony 2 favorite HQ options for the Astra Militarum and which one I favor in a infantry focused guard list!


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This Tavern Tuesday I share with you some easy steps for making factions for DnD with my rule of 3 world building focus!


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I go over an easy way to evaluate your removal spells for your decks and how each factor can effect the price of your deck. Looking to help beginners or seasoned deck builders with creating budget or competitive decks!


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I give a brief synopsis on the Catan Dice Game and explain why this is a cheap game to play by yourself or with a couple of friends, when looking for a quick fix where you can roll some dice! You can find the Catan Dice Games at most major retailers and Local Gaming Stores where available, or buy directly from online!


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I share why I love the Primaris Lieutenant and a few of the reasons you should be looking at him too for Warhammer 40k


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I go into my 3 step method of creating an environment that gets your players into your games of Dungeons and Dragons. Be it in your session or in your campaign, you have to start somewhere! Learn an easy way to describe your environments, envoke role play, and get your players on their quest!


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This episode goes over three important steps when building your next Magic the Gathering Deck, while touching on deck building tips mentioned in previous episodes!


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I dive into DnD with my best bud Alex. We go over his experiences with DnD. How he got started, his take on playgroups, campaigns, character creation, and other aspects of this amazing game! Check him out on Twitch and just about every social media site as Silent_S_quirrel. Check him out when he streams or hit him up with any questions!


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Due to popular demand, I go in depth a little more on my battlefield role of Leader and how you can better use HQ and Elite slots for your army for Warhammer 40k, and how I use the role for my armies now!


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I go into a basic "level up" concept for new players as many have fallen into this pitfall around including too many of one card in your deck, and how card draw/ filtering can help you!


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I go over the bare basics for running your own homebrew adventure as a Dungeon Master in Dungeons and Dragons and how you can make things easier for you: 0:00 - Intro 3:24 - Homebrew vs Module 22:10 - Simplify Homebrew 36:42 - Creating the first Adventure 55:29 - NPCs + Monsters 1:12:08 - Rewarding Players


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Looking into Warhammer Kill Team for the newer players seeking to build your first team. I give some advice on ways to perceive your models and how to make either a focused team or a well rounded one!


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This episode is treated as a card spotlight for the 1 mana aggro mill spotlight card. I go into a method of thinking for building around this card and find others that work similar or enable it for the win!


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I share with you why I play CoD Warzone and why you should to! This free to play game is a ton of fun if you enjoy the genre and could be your next FPS fix.


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I go over what Warhammer 40k Kill Team is, and why it might be a good idea to get into it as a new or established player in the hobby.


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I explain what kitbashing is, when it can usually be used, and why it can be worth it in more ways than one!


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I go into the things that you will need, materialisticly and emotionally/mentally to start and foster a healthy playgroup for Warhammer 40k. I also go into a basic mission structure to teach others the core mechanics of the game, making you better at teaching this wonderful game!


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I go into my method to building a sound army list for Warhammer 40k that is great for beginners or seasoned players getting into alternative armies other than their main force.


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I go over one way to get started in Warhammer 40k with the Astra Militarum by buying only one $36 box. I go over the Detachment they are used in, their battlefield roles, and how to put them together. Follow along on Twitter on our page @JHammSpecial or by looking for #1BoxMilitarum


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Delving into another way to get started in Warhammer 40k with a friend for cheap! I dive into a budget friendly army for new players to master and split! I focus on keeping purchases minimal and armies flexible for a strong start to the game.


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I go into a great way to start playing matched play games of Warhammer 40k in Combat Patrol. Rolling out with the new edition of 9th, this battle size is great for new and seasoned players. I explain what it is, and why I will be playing it!


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Having been someone who is hooked on Warhammer 40k since early 2020, and with a new edition coming out, I want to share some insight on what the game is, what you need to play, and some tips to get in it as cheaply as possible!


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This episode, I give some insite on a basic way to build your very first Magic deck from scratch. While intended for those who are at least a bit familiar with Magic the Gathering and the way to play the game, it is aimed for beginners pr established players who want to build quick decks for friends. In the episode we do go over a Budget Modern deck I made as an example of how tonget started, and I go through the synergy that it has in place. Find the decklist here: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/2925925#paper


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I go into an introduction to being a Dungeon Master and starting from the best place possible: your setting hamlet/village/town. Start the foundation to your game right and homebrew today!


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I think back to my time playing one of my favorite formats and why you should just give it a shot!


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I talk about what the basics of 1-shot campaign in Dungeons and Dragons and my three step method on how to make basic characters for players and Dungeon Masters


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A brief description of my hiatus on anchor and how I got into D&D


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The introduction for the station


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