Grim Dark Podcast: Recent Episodes
Grim Dark Podcast
Episode 110 - "The Sound of Silence" - We've got a bit of news to talk about this episode with the revelation that Warhammer 40000 is about to have its 9th Edition released, bringing a whole bunch of lore updates, mainly around the Necrons. We talk about what this means for the game and the setting in general. We also take a look at the latest releases from Cubicle 7.
Episode 109 - "Begin Anew" - With the PDF of Wrath and Glory now available from Cubicle 7, we are back to bring you our thoughts on the new release. We go from cover to cover breaking down what has changed, what has happened, and talk about what it all means for the future of the system. Still not our usual show format, we hope that you will enjoy it anyway.
Episode 108 - "Twelve Plagues of Nurgle" - With everyone around the world current shut inside during the COVID-19 crisis, we decided that the time had come for us to wax lyrical about Warhammer 40k for an hour and a half to give our listeners something to listen to. Not in the normal show format, instead we simply discuss the latest developments on the RPG and 40k in general.
Episode 107 - "A Bit More Orky" - For those of you who didn't get enough Ork action in Episode 100 when we discussed the Ork Boy, we are back with a look at both the Ork Species and the Ork Nob archetype. We also cover off the latest news on Warhammer 40k and give you our review of Apocalypse. Finally we tackle the often asked question of how to build encounters in Wrath and Glory.
Episode 106 - "With Great Power" - For the first time in a long time we welcome a guest to the show in the form of Shane from the Total Party Thrill Podcast. With help from Shane we chat about the Wargear, Influence and Acquisition systems, cover off the Inquisitor archetype, delve in to high level play in Wrath and Glory, and finally chat about the current state of Kill Team.
Episode 105 - "Rhana Dandra" - There is big news this month with the revelation that the Wrath and Glory licence has been moved to Cubicle 7. We cover this change, but we also bring you a regular show as well. As promised we are tackling the Eldar in Wrath and Glory with a look at the species in general, the Corsair archetype and another discussion on role playing the xenos mindset. In line with our discussion on the Aeldari, we also review the recent Ynnari mini-codex from White Dwarf.
Episode 104 - "Primaris Perspective" - We are opening up the vaults of Belisarius Cawl as we bring you an episode discussing all things Primaris. We cover the rules for building space marine characters, and then take a deep dive in to the Primaris Intercessor archetype. In fitting with this we review Shadow Spear, which brings some new rules and lore to Primaris Marines, and finally we discuss the key considerations when planning an all space marine campaign for Wrath and Glory.
Episode 103 - "Unforgiving" - Welcome to our latest show where we are delving in to the ruinous powers. We start by covering the rules for corruption, mutation, and madness, and then we move on to a discussion on the Heretek archetype. We have a guest join us for our review, and end off the show with a discussion on how Wrath and Glory characters would be ported in to the 40k tabletop rules.
Episode 102 - "Theatre of the Mind" - We are back for 2019 and in our latest show we are taking a look at Psykers and the Psychic Powers system in Wrath and Glory. In line with this we cover the Sanctioned Psyker archetype, before reviewing Dark Tides, and ending off with a quick discussion on the best way to describe your characters and NPCs to the rest of the group.
Episode 101 - "Into the Void" - In our latest show we're back to analysing the various systems of Wrath and Glory, and this time around we take a look at the rules for Voidships. We also talk about the Rogue Trader archetype, review Warhammer Quest Blackstone Fortress, and we end of with a discussion on the considerations of running sandbox style games.
Episode 100 - "Da Undred Show" - Get ready to Waaaagh with James and Mike as we bring you our centenary show right at the conclusion of Orktober. With a hundred shows now under our belt we welcome back some of our favourite guests including Ross Watson and Tim Huckelbery for a bit of a retrospective on what got us to this point. We also celebrate the season with a deeper look at the Ork Boy archetype and finally share some messages from fans of the games and our show.
Episode 99 - "Cards and Tables" - We finally return to our original format with all regular sections of the show now back. We start with a look at the various card decks of Wrath and Glory, before moving on to a look at the Ganger archetype. We then give you our review of Kill-Team, and finally we end off by talking about the importance of the session 0 in your Wrath and Glory campaign.
Episode 98 - "GenCon Special 4" - In our latest episode, we bring you all of the news from GenCon 2018 including the official launch of Wrath and Glory. We discuss the Ulisses North America panel, talk about the rules for character creation, and review the Wrath and Glory Core Book itself. Finally we return to our career series with an in-depth look at the Skitarius archetype.
Episode 97 - "A New Threat" - With the release of Wrath and Glory just around the corner, we can finally start to talk about the system and the setting itself. Along with covering the latest news, we also take a deep dive in to the Threatening Task mechanic of the new game. We also review Blessings Unheralded, and we invite you to help us resolve an issue in our own gaming group.
Episode 96 - "Origins Special" - We bring you a special episode fresh from the Warhammer Weekend and the Origins Games Fair. In this episode we have not one but three interview guests as we break down all of the latest news on Wrath and Glory as the game sees its first public release with the Free RPG Day module Blessings Unheralded.
Episode 95 - "Preorders Are Go" - In our latest episode we cover the biggest news about Wrath and Glory to date - the announcement about the preorder date and what products will be available in each bundle. There's also a ton of news about Warhammer and general, and we use this episode to discuss all of it.
Episode 94 - "They Toll for Thee" - We've been on a bit of a hiatus due to both of us traveling, but we are finally back to give you the latest info on the upcoming Wrath and Glory RPG. Today's episode includes looking at the latest two developer diaries as well as a quick discussion on the recently streamed game session from Bell of Lost Souls - the Box of Sorrow.
Episode 93 - "Imperium Sanctis" - Once again we take a look at the latest news on Wrath and Glory starting with the latest designer diary and a bunch of important dates from Ulisses North America. We then sit down and chat again with lead developer Ross Watson for a few key reveals about the upcoming game.
Episode 92 - "That Guy" - We have a new Wrath and Glory designer diary to digest that gives us some more information on Tiers and Ascending. We go through all of the latest news regarding the warhammer RPG lines and chat a bit about where the war game is at. Finally we have a little talk about how not to be That Guy in your gaming group.
Episode 91 - "Multiple Personalities" - In this episode we take a look at the latest designer diary from Ulisses North America about Wrath and Glory, including the reveal about Archetypes and the artwork that was shared over the past few weeks. We also take some time to answer a listener question about players using multiple PCs to balance an unbalanced group.
Episode 90 - "Pool of Tiers" - It's our final show of 2017, and we've got a bit of Wrath and Glory news to talk about. With two info drops since our last episode, we take the opportunity this episode to discuss the dice pool system of Wrath and Glory, as well as take a look at the mechanics of Tiers of play.
Episode 89 - "Indomitus" - In our latest show we can talk a bit about James' experiences playing Wrath and Glory at the Ulisses offices. We also present the final part of our Dark Imperium history, this time we are focusing on the events of the Indomitus Crusade, and the Plague Wars of Ultramar.
Episode 88 - "The Maelstrom" - Once again we bring you the latest news from both Games Workshop and Ulisses North America on the development of Wrath and Glory. In this episode we continue our background overview on the events leading up to the Dark Imperium. Today we cover the Ultramar Campaign and the Terran Crusade.
Episode 87 - "The Gathering Storm" - A bit of a shorter episode this time as we tread water waiting to find out more about Wrath and Glory. In this episode we give you the first of a two part overview of the major events in the 40k universe associated with the change to the Dark Imperium setting.
Episode 86 - "Three Decades of Service" - This episode we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Warhammer 40k, notably with something of a retrospective on the product line, and also a review of the original Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader book. We also welcome Ross Watson back to the show for our first live chat about Wrath and Glory.
Episode 85 - "Wrath and Glory" - In light of the new announcment from Ulisses Games, we spend a whole episode talking about and speculating on the upcoming Warhammer 40000 Wrath and Glory RPG.
Episode 84 - "Shrouded in Mystery" - We continue our series of discussions of adapting your RPGs to the 8th Edition setting with our latest Black Crusade show. We also talk about the Alpha Legion Chaos Space Marine specialty, review the new 8th Edition boxed sets, and consider the passage of time in the average campaign.
Episode 83 - "Grim Grim Darkness" - In light of the release of 8th Edition 40K we change up this Deathwatch episode somewhat, talking about running games in the updated setting. We also review Shadow War Armageddon, talk about the Storm Wardens, and argue about whether games can be run without systems.
Episode 82 - "Moving Forward" - This might be a Rogue Trader episode, but with all the developments around 8th Edition of 40k, we have to cover that. We also talk about the Vagabond-Class Merchant Trader, review Dawn of War 3, and consider the important points of time-keeping and downtime in your campaign.
Episode 81 - "The Best Defence" - Rumours abound about the future of Warhammer role playing and we are here to cover it all. We also do the first part of four of our review series on the Haarlock Trilogy, discuss the Crusader role, and talk about when rail-roading can work.
Episode 80 - "Retroactive Continuity" - In our latest Only War show, we start the story of our own campaign which started back in beta. We also preview Inquisitor Martyr, discuss the Hunter Killer regiment doctrine, and tackle the use of retconning in games.
Episode 79 - "Death and Disease" - We're back for another year, and this time around we give you the second part of our own Black Crusade campaign. We also review Hero Forge, discuss the Plague Marine, and consider what it means to truly embrace Chaos.
Episode 78 - "Abhor the Witch" - For our last episode of 2016, we're talking Deathwatch - specifically our own, newly created narrative. We also review Space Hulk Deathwing, discuss the Black Templars, and talk about ways to use space hulks in your Deathwatch game.
Episode 77 - "World Building" - As promised in an earlier episode, we are finally looking at the Star System Creation system for Rogue Trader. We also review Traitor's Nexus, discuss the Dauntless-Class Light Cruiser, and consider porting the 2nd Edition Dark Heresy rules into Rogue Trader.
Episode 76 - "The Road Warrior" - Our latest Dark Heresy 2nd Edition episode is all about vehicles as we look at the vehicles and mounts system. We also review the Exterminatus graphic novel, discuss the Ace role, and start a series on Inquisitorial factions with the Thorians.
Episode 75 - "Drop On In" - Picking up where we left off last episode, we are introducing our own Only War campaign. We also preview Space Hulk Deathwing, discuss the Drop Troop regimental doctrine, and consider ways to run a meta-campaign of Only War.
Episode 74 - "Money Matters" - Welcome to our latest Black Crusade episode where we are switching up the order a little, starting by introducing you to our own Black Crusade campaign. We also review The Tranzia Rebellion, discuss the Pirate Prince of the Ragged Helix archetype, and respond to a listener question about the economics of 40k.
Episode 73 - "Quoth the Raven" - We interupt our regularly scheduled Deathwatch episode to talk about the latest developments with the 40k RPGs. We also review Death Masque, discuss the Raven Guard chapter, and ponder who stealthy an eight foot man in power armour can be.
Episode 72 - "Xenophobia of Truth" - It's time to get your Endeavour on as we look at the Achievement Points system in Rogue Trader. We also review Shedding Light, discuss the Sword-Class Frigate, and chat about creating your own alien races for your games.
Episode 71 - "GenCon Special 3" - On top of it being our latest Dark Heresy show, it's also the show following GenCon. We cover the news such as it is coming out of the con. We also review Eisenhorn Xenos, discuss the Penitent role, and consider the importance of languages in RPGs.
Episode 70 - "Sneaky Sentinel" - It's back to the Spinward Front and Only War as we discuss awarding and managing XP in game. We also preview Dawn of War III from E3, discuss the Recon regimental doctrine, and talk about the importance of building your campaign around the characters.
Episode 69 - "Fear Itself" - It's time for our latest Black Crusade episode. In this show we take a look at the Advanced Hordes system from Tome of Blood. We also review a couple of items, discuss the Night Lords Chaos Space Marine, and chat about the implications of fear as a narrative device on your campaign and players.
Episode 68 - "The Anvil of War" - We take our first look at some real house-rules as we discuss the options for crafting your own equipment in Deathwatch. We also review Deathwatch Overkill, discuss the Salamanders chapter, and consider ways for making your Space Marine downtime a little more engaging.
Episode 67 - "Burden of Rule" - Fortuitous timing sees us do our latest Rogue Trader episode right as we begin a new campaign. We start by looking at the Colony creation system. We also review the Soul Reaver, discuss the Hazeroth-CLass Privateer, and discuss the implications of empire building in your game.
Episode 66 - "Faith Beyond Reason" - It's all faith and fire in our latest Dark Heresy episode in which we look at the character traits system. We also review Daemon Hunter from 1st Edition, discuss the Fanatic role, and consider the options for bring 1st Edition material in to your 2nd Edition game.
Episode 65 - "Drive Me Closer" - We return to the Spinward Front in our latest Only War episode where we talk about the structures and ranks of the Imperial Guard. We also review the Departmento Munitorum Handbook, discuss the Armoured Regiment in our new career section and ponder the nature of the dark humour which is typical of 40K.
Episode 64 - "Walk Forward and Shoot" - It's time for another Black Crusade episode, and this time around we're talking about the Rites and Rituals system. We also review Deathwatch Enhanced Edition, examine the Idolitrex Magos of Forge Polix and talk about some options to bring a little atmosphere to your gaming table.
Episode 63 - "Honour the Codex" - Recording from GamerNationCon 3 we bring you our latest Deathwatch episode. This time around we're chatting about the Advanced Squad Mode system. We also review Falling Star, look in to the Ultramarines and consider methods for introducing your friends to 40K role playing.
Episode 62 - "Ship Shape" - We delve in to all aspects of ships in our latest Rogue Trader episode. First off, we have an interview with Ross Watson about the new Battlefleet Gothic computer game. We also review Fallen Suns, take a new approach to our career discussion and talk about the importance of the ship as a character.
Episode 61 - "Bad Deals" - After a short hiatus due to life, we are back with our latest Dark Heresy show. This time around, we are looking at the Dark Pacts system from Enemies Beyond. We also review Enemies Beyond, discuss the Warrior role and provide some advice for portraying Daemons in your game.
Episode 60 - "Tools for the Tool God" - We take a deeper look at technology in the Astra Militarum, starting with the Patterns system from Shield of Humanity. We also review the Imperial Infantryman's Uplifting Primer, discuss the Tech-Priest Enginseer support speciality and ask what life is like for the average Imperial citizen.
Episode 59 - "Fury Road" - We hope you've bought your blood for the Blood God to our latest Black Crusade show where we start by discussing Legacy Weapons. We also review Broken Chains, discuss the Chem Hunter of Messia and consider the very nature of Khorne.
Episode 58 - "I Am Iron Man" - We delve in to the Jericho Reach with our latest Death Watch show. This time around we tackle the Power Armour system. We also review Ark of Lost Souls, discuss the Iron Hands and give our two cents on a listener question about adapting the systems to other types of play.
Episode 57 - "The Greater Good" - We return to Rogue Trader, and this time around we take a closer look at the mass combat rules from Battlefleet Koronus. We also review Citadel of Skulls, discuss the Tau career and give a little more advice on using lost Imperial worlds in your game.
Episode 56 - "Drudging Work" - With the release of Enemies Without, we turn our latest Dark Heresy episode towards the Explications system. We review the book itself of course, discuss the Seeker role and tackle a listener question on how to use Xenos in your game.
Episode 55 - "Tempestus Extremis" - We are back around to disussing Only War, in this episode we look at the Formations system from Enemies of the Imperium. We also review Codex: Militarum Tempestus, discuss the Storm Trooper support specialty and give some advice on game pacing.
Episode 54 - "Depths of Depravity" - In our latest Black Crusade episode we discuss all things Slaanesh, starting with the Social Conflicts system. We also review Binding Contracts, chat all about the Noise Marines and go in depth about the nature of the Prince of Pleasure him/herself.
Episode 53 - "Assault Doctrine" - We're back around to Deathwatch, and in this episode we go through the Massed Battle rules from Mark of the Xenos. We also review The Rising Tempest, go through the history and culture of the Blood Angels and have a chat about using the Inquisition in your Deathwatch game.
Episode 52 - "Truly Alien" - You're going to need a shower after our latest Rogue Trader episode as we discuss playing filthy Xenos in your campaign. We also review The Frozen Reaches, talk all about the Dark Eldar and discuss the benefits and troubles of gaming online.
Episode 51 - "Beyond the Lore" - We enter a lore filled Dark Heresy episode as we discuss (sometimes at odds) the lore skills in 2nd edition. We also review Creatures Anathema, discuss the Sage role and discuss the perils of when your character knows too much.
Episode 50 - "Mindful Experience" - It's our 50th episode, and it's an Only War one. We delve in to the unique features of the Only War Psychic System. We also review Salvaging Solace, discuss the Sanctioned Psyker support specialty and give you our take on awarding experience points.
Episode 49 - "In the Garden of Nurgle" - A Black Crusade episode numbered seven times seven - it has to be all about Nurgle. We start with a look at the Black Crusade system from Tome of Decay. We also review Forbidden Stars, discuss the Writhing World Sorcerer King and dive into the nature of the Plague God himself.
Episode 48 - "Siege Warfare" - We return to Deathwatch for our latest episode, and this time around we tackle the art of breaking things. We also review The Emperor Protects, discuss the Imperial Fist Chapter and offer some advice on running resources light games.
Episode 47 - "GenCon Special 2" - It's that time of year again - we're heading back to GenCon. Along with our Con converage, this is also a Rogue Trader episode. We review Lure of the Expanse, discuss the Kroot Mercenary and bring you all the news from the best four days in gaming.
Episode 46 - "Open Your Mind" - It's time to take another look at the powers of the mind in our latest Dark Heresy episode as we unravel the Psychic system. We also review Seeds of Heresy, discuss the Mystic Role and examine the position of Psykers in the Inquisitor's retinue.
Episode 45 - "The Little Guy" - In our latest Only War show, we welcome Ross Watson back to the show as he talks about the new Regicide computer game. We also review the Eleventh Hour, take a detailed look at the Ratling and discuss some tips for encounter building.
Episode 44 - "Plots Within Plots" - We have an episode all about Tzeentch in our latest Black Crusade show. We talk about the Investigation system from Tome of Fate, we review Warhammer 30k, chat about the Thousand Sons Sorcerer and talk about the very nature of Tzeentch.
Episode 43 - "Insane in the Sus-an Membrane" - It's time to strap on your artificer armour and return to the Jericho reach as we tackle fear and damnation in our latest Deathwatch episode. We review the Gamemaster's Kit, discuss the history of the Space Wolves chapter and talk about ways to make your worlds feel more alive.
Episode 42 - "Fightin and Winnin" - In our latest Rogue Trader episode, we present part 2 of our look at Starship Combat. We review the Gamemaster's Kit, tackle our first xenos career - the Ork Freeboota and chat about what to do when your game starts to fall apart.
Episode 41 - "So Much Heresy" - With the release of Enemies Within for Dark Heresy Second Edition we're devoting this episode largely to the book, by looking at the new Inquest system. We review the book itself of course, talk about the Hierophant role and discuss the pros and cons of smaller group play.
Episode 40 - "You Can Be My Comrade" - In the dark future of our 40th episode, there is Only War. In our latest show we look at the comrade system. We also review Dawn of War, talk about the Ogryn support specialty and talk about dealing with the player in your group that always wants to go it alone.
Episode 39 - "The Chaos Within" - The tides of the Warp have returned us to the Screaming Vortex, and in our latest Black Crusade episode we look at Possession & Apotheosis. We also review Horus Rising, talk about the Psyker archetype and examine the meaning of Chaos Undivided.
Episode 38 - "Strike First Strike Hard" - In our latest Deathwatch episode we are taking a look at the rules and methods of using vehicles for your Kill Team. We also review the Outer Reach, talk about the history and style of the White Scars and tackle the problem of people wanting to changing characters mid-game.
Episode 37 - "Mastering the Void" - The Koronus Expanse beckons as we return to Rogue Trader. In this episode we take our first full look at the Starship combat system. We also review the Koronus Bestiary, talk about the Voidmaster career and tackle a listener question about converting modules from other game systems.
Episode 36 - "Two Gun Mojo" - Welcome to our latest episode, a Dark Heresy one in this case where we tackle the Social Interaction system. We also review Forgotten Gods, talk about the Desperado role and discuss another listener suggested topic - interstellar conspiracies.
Episode 35 - "Fear & Loathing" - It's Only War time again and in our latest episode we go in-depth into the Fear and Insanity systems. We also review Warhammer 40,000 Relic, talk about the Ministorum Priest advanced specialty and tackle a listener suggested topic about player made systems.
Episode 34 - "Cornish Sorcery" - We return to the Screaming Vortex and Black Crusade. This time around we are looking at the Psychic System. We also review Warhammer 40,000 Conquest, talk about the Sorcerer archetype and discuss the concept of running an epic campaign for your group.
Episode 33 - "Enemies Everywhere" - Welcome to our latest Deathwatch episode. In this show we take an in-depth look at the Hordes system. We also review the Jericho Reach, talk about the Dark Angels and look at ways of using betrayal as a narrative concept in your games.
Episode 32 - "Fun and Profit" - In our first episode of 2015 we have come back around to Rogue Trader, and this time we're talking all about the Endeavour system. We also review Edge of the Abyss, talk about the Seneschal career and discuss options for running the RPGs at different points in the Warhammer 40k timeline.
Episode 31 - "Two Tims the Fun" - In our latest episode we're covering Dark Heresy again, and this time we welcome Tim Cox to the show as a guest, along with the return of Tim Huckelbery. We also review the Gamemaster's Kit, talk about the Chirurgeon role and discuss ways that you can handle the dreaded metagamers in your group.
Episode 30 - "Inspiration and Execution" - We've hit another milestone of ten episodes and that means we're talking about Only War again. In this episode we take about the equipment modification systems - both updates and customisations. We also review No Surrender, talk about the Commissar advanced specialty and talk about a bunch of films, games and books that help get your players in the Grim Dark mood.
Episode 29 - "A Cast of Thousands" - Black Crusade time again and this time we're talking about the Minion system. We also review Hand of Corruption, talk about the Renegade achetype and discuss the importance of NPCs in your campaign and ways to manage them for both the GM and the players.
Episode 28 - "The Next Chapter" - In our latest Death Watch episode we discuss the Chapter Creation system presented in Rites of Battle. We also review the Achilus Assault, talk about the Techmarine specialty and discuss ways of ensuring your players feel rewarded for their service to the God Emperor, even when the Imperium doesn't see their deeds.
Episode 27 - "Charting the Course" - It's back to Rogue Trader, and in this episode we discuss the methods and perils of Warp Navigation. We also review Stars of Iniquity, talk about the Navigator career and discuss tips for creating interesting and challenging adversaries for your group of players.
Episode 26 - "Askellon Question" - Welcome to our inaugural Dark Heresy 2nd Edition podcast - the crux of the show today is the new edition, including a review of the overall book. We also have a discussion all about the Askellon sector and its differences to Calixis, and talk about the Assassin Role.
Episode 25 - "Bad Intelligence" - We come once again to Only War, and in this episode we discuss the Missions and Campaigns system. We also review our first adventure module - Final Testament, talk about the Weapon Specialist and have a discussion suggested by one of our listeners - non mission play in Only War.
Episode 24 - "A Bit More Killy" - Welcome back to Black Crusade, this time we're looking at the system for Daemon Weapons. We also review the Tome of Decay, talk about the Forsaken archetype and go through the long history of Warhammer 40k, including our experiences with the setting.
Episode 23 - "Purity Seals for All" - It's Deathwatch time again, and this time we're talking about the Renown system, along with honours. We also review the Emperor's Chosen and take a look at the concepts of bluebooking, allowing you to continue playing your characters away from the gaming table.
Episode 22 - "GenCon Special" - Follow us as we travel to Indianapolis for GenCon 2014, the best four days in gaming, for the release of Dark Heresy 2nd Edition. Technically being a Rogue Trader episode, we also review Hostile Acquisitions, look at the Missionary career and talk about ways of expanding your role playing group.
Episode 21 - "Keep the Faith" - Being pretty sure that Dark Heresy 2nd Edition will appear at GenCon, we think this is our last 1st Edition Dark Heresy Show. In it, we tackle the systems of Fate and Faith. We also review Blood of Martyrs, look at the Sisters of Battle and talk about some creative storytelling techniques.
Episode 20 - "Super Heavy Recon" - We are back to Only War, and this time we are talking about the Advanced Specialty system. We also review Shield of Humanity, look at the Sergeant specialty and talk about managing the constraints of rank and justice in a military campaign.
Episode 19 - "Technically Heresy" - We chat with the team over at Fantasy Flight Games again, this time about Black Crusade. We also review the Gamemaster's Kit and take a look at ways to manage missing players in your group.
Episode 18 - "Dewey Decimation" - Everything you wanted to know, but were afraid to ask, about the Librarian and Psychics in Deathwatch. We also review Honour the Chapter and take a look at ways to mix characters from the five game systems.
Episode 17 - "Punching Baneblades" - It's interview time again and this time around we are chatting to Ross Watson, former line producer for the 40k RPGs at FFG. We also examine the Explorator career, review Battlefleet Koronus and take a deeper look at returning lost worlds to the Imperium.
Episode 16 - "Unlimited Power" - This episode we take your Dark Heresy game to the next level with our look at the Ascension system. We also examine the Cleric career, review Ascension and take a deeper look at the implications of running an ascension level campaign.
Episode 15 - "The Transporter" - It's Only War time again and this time we're talking about the vehicle system in the game. We also examine the Operator specialty, review the Gamemaster's Kit and take a deeper look at the varied battlefields of the 41st Millennium.
Episode 14 - "Let the Galaxy Burn" - We chat about our experiences at the EYECON role playing convention, including some interviews. Moving on to Black Crusade, we also examine the Chosen archetype, review Tome of Excess and take a deeper look at running the Black Crusade itself.
Episode 13 - "Devastating Strategy" - This time around we go back to Death Watch and look at the system of Solo and Squad Mode. We also examine the Devastator speciality, review First Founding and take a deeper look at what the various Xeno races and their place in the game systems.
Episode 12 - "Purple Monkey Dishwasher" - It's all about the mind in this episode as we look at the Psychic system in Rogue Trader. We also examine the Astropath Transcendant career, review the Navis Primer and take a deeper look at what it means to be a Psyker in the Imperium.
Episode 11 - "Character Assassin" - In this episode we chat to two of the producers at FFG, Tim Huckelbery and Andy Fischer about their roles and the Dark Heresy 2nd Edition Beta. We also examine the Assassin career, review the Radicals Handbook and take a deeper look at running horror in the 40k setting.
Episode 10 - "Personal Army" - In our second Only War episode we take a look at the regiment creation system, including creating some regiments of our own. We also examine the Medic speciality, review Enemies of the Imperium and take a deeper look at running mass combat in Only War.
Episode 9 - "No Neutrals" - We are back around to Black Crusade where we take an in-depth look at the alignment, corruption & mutation systems. We also examine the Apostate archetype, review Tome of Blood and take a deeper look at running Black Crusade within the Imperium.
Episode 8 - "Up Close & Personal" - This week we return to Deathwatch where we look at the pros and cons of using miniatures in 40k RPGs. We also examine the Assault Marine specialty, review Mark of the Xenos and take a deeper look at Wargear as a concept in the Imperium.
Episode 7 - "The Arch of War" - This week we're back with Rogue Trader where we take a deeper look at the ship building system, creating a few examples of our own. We also examine the Arch-Militant career, review Into the Storm and talk about what happens when Rogue Traders go to war.
Episode 6 - "Watching the Detectives" - A truly epic episode this time around as we explore the complexities of the upcoming Dark Heresy 2nd Edition, including an interview with our own beta test team. We also talk about Arbitrators and running investigations.
Episode 5 - "More Dakka" - In the dark present of the 2nd Millennium, there is Only War, an RPG by FFG - this episode we're discussing Only War including the history of the game, its unique systems, and creating a Heavy Gunner.
Episode 4 - "Lead the Black Crusade" - Evil has come to the Grim Dark Podcast - this episode we're discussing all things Black Crusade including the history of the game, its unique systems, and creating a Champion of Chaos.
Episode 3 - "Doctor Death" - It's time for Deathwatch. In this episode we'll be examining the history of Deathwatch, giving an overview of the Apothecary speciality and talking about what it means to play a marine.
Episode 2 - "Rogue of all Trades" - In our first Rogue Trader episode we'll be looking at the history of the game, the Rogue Trader career and some advice on what Rogue Traders are to the Imperium.
Episode 1 - "Adept or Die" - We will be focusing on Dark Heresy, notably the system itself, the Adept career path and role playing life within the Imperium.