Sith Takers Snap Shots: Recent Episodes
Sith Takers Snap Shots
Sith Takers Snap Shots is a podcast dedicated to the X-Wing Miniatures Game created by Fantasy Flight Games run by the Sith Takers based in Stockport, North West UK. The goal of the podcast is to release three podcasts a week of a short duration (approx 10-15 mins) discussing a single topic in detail with different members of the Sith Takers team.
We will discuss news on upcoming releases and their impact on the game, our experiences attending and preparing for tournaments around the world, list creation and tweaking, meta breakdowns, and much more.
Episode 412 - Double TroubleIt's just Tim and Rich this week and we run down a few events from around the Globe finishing up with the Lone Star Open XWA System Open! We'll be back in a couple of the weeks once Tim has returned from Belgium streaming the X-wing events at the World Team Championships. TCX Regional Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2702Upstate X-Wingers Summer 2026 Tournamenthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2749/playersX-wing Seaside Specialhttps://longshanks.org/event/36656/Forest City Open 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/35084/LSO 2026 - X-Wing - XWA System Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2687Cast - Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 03/08/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Wayne's World Theme (Extended Version)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 411 - Summer Snap ShotSun's out, fun's inside! We're back to cover a load of events from across Europe and North America! The first XWA System Open of the season and a Squad Championship! Plus much more! If you missed the Welsh Open stream you can find all 8 games here:https://www.twitch.tv/sith_taker_timLists and results from all the events we chatted about:Michiana Marauders Regionalhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2754/playersJuly Stag - Summer 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/36325/Galaxy of Infinite Possibilities - Sqd Champ Lodzhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/34307/Geek Out's X-Wing Tournament - July 2026https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2797Tin SQN presents - Thursday Evening Jousthttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/35510/The Welsh Open 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/35420/Welsh Open 2026 day two side eventhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/36074/Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 13/07/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Bananarama - Cruel Summer (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 410 - Epic ConquestJust the one event to cover this week as at the time of recording Longshanks was down! 45 players competed last weekend in 312 Squadron's latest Conquest event - The Golden State! We chat about some of the top lists including the winners, which I'm sure you'll agree was Epically Different! Find the lists, results and data here:https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2566Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 29/06/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Calvin Harris - Summer (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 409 - The Beautiful GameIt's been a few weeks and we're back with another chunk of games from across the globe! Find out what's been doing well as the cast chat over the top lists from the various events. We also chat about a couple of upcoming events we'll be attending!Exile Squadron Squad Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/35419/SZ-Wing Blaster-Cup 2026 [XWA]https://www.longshanks.org/event/32881/Exploding Anomalies over KeXkeméthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/34299/Turniej XWA | Trójmiastohttps://www.longshanks.org/event/35518/2026 X-Wing Squad Championship XWA Games of Berkeleyhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2698Upcoming Team eventsSteel City Squadronshttps://www.facebook.com/events/26732917156310192/World Team Champs - Belgiumhttps://wtc-belgium.com/Cast - Liam, Tim and Rich Producer - TimRecorded 15/06/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Fat Les - Vindaloo (Official HD Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 408 - UK Games Expo 2026A bumper show today with a load of events from North America and the UK - including the 56 player UK Games Expo event from last weekend! The cast are joined by Head Tauntaun, Conor Holmes, to chat about the event and how he did in particular! CTC - Bytown Regionalhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/31884/Stag Squadron - Mayhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/35269/New England Squad Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2750Tier One X-Wing TMGhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2782X-Wing Tournament - May '26https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2653XWA Presents: Star Wars Xwing at the UKGE 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/32637Cast - Liam, Tim and Rich with special guest Conor HolmesProducer - TimRecorded 01/06/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - "Fly! Gundam" Mobile Suit Gundam Opening Theme FullUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 407 - Legend and RelicsThe community has had the new Legend and Relics cards for a couple of weeks now so we take a look at some events from across the globe and chat about our own experiences of what's hot and what's not!GFA Open 2026 May - STAR WARS WEEEEK!https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30833/Minden Mini Tournamenthttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/29111/TNX casual May 2026https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2683/playersCast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 11/05/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Lady Gaga, Doechii - RUNWAY (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 406 - PAPA (Don't Preach) Points UpdateIt's a big one! (and slight late - sorry!) but Rich is joined by Tim and Liam to chat about the Post Adepticon Point Update (PAPA) from the X-wing Alliance! Also we run down the unrevealed Legends and Relics cards! https://www.xwing.life/resourcesCast - Ben, Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 27/04/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Madonna - Papa Don't Preach (Official Video) [HD]Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 405 - Spring Time MandosEXCLUSIVE XWA PILOT REVEAL: DIS-L9B2We're back from our Easter Break to chat about last weekend's event from Newport Pagnell that Tim attended to Stream, hosted by the Mandos, run at Players Paradice Gaming Centre. We then also chat about the cards revealed at Worlds that are coming from the next release from XWA - Legends and Relics - with an exclusive reveal of DIS-L9B2, a new Droid Tri-Fighter for CIS!Mandos Spring Championshiphttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/33895/Cast - Ben, Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 20/04/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 404 - Chatting with the Champ - Worlds 2026Fresh from his recent victory at the first every X-wing Alliance World Championship held at Adepticon last weekend we are joined by Innkeeper_One_Six!We chat about the event, what lists did well each day and in the cut and importantly chat to Innkeeper about his list and how he approached his games as well as taking the tried and tested online list back on to the tabletop!XWA Star Wars X-Wing World Championship 2026https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2638/players 312 Squadron StreamsTwitchhttps://www.twitch.tv/312_squadronYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@312squadronChicagoCast - Liam, Tim and Rich with special guest Tony 'Innkeeper_One_Six' Marchand Producer - TimRecorded 23/03/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Outer Rim Heroes Intro - Nickel City Draft LeagueUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 403 - World WatchingIt's almost time for the first ever X-wing Alliance run World Championships from Adepticon and although we can't be there we're excited to watch it live thanks to 312 Squadron - a massive shoutout to Nick Sperry and team for bringing the action to our screens!https://www.twitch.tv/312_squadron As well as pre-Worlds chat like what list we would run if we were going we have an event from Nova Scotia to chat about!https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/32598/Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 23/03/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER - Eins, Zwei, Drei - Official Music VideoUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Polish community for being excellent hosts! We definitely recommend a trip to Poland for X-wing - see you in Kraków March 2027!Polish Championships - System Open 2025/26https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/31625/Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 09/03/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Tenacious D - Kielbasa (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 401 - STOver for another yearWhat an event STO 2026 was! We needed a week to recover! Join the cast as we discuss STO and a few other events from around the globe plus some news from XWA regarding Worlds and Organised Play for 2026/27.SZ-Wing XWA-Squad-Championship Turnier 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30651/XWA System Open Event - NJ, USAhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/26550/The Lake Washington Contesthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2554/roundsSTO 2026 - Main Eventhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/31509/Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 02/03/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Gorillaz - The Happy Dictator ft. Sparks (Official Visualiser)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 400 - 7 years, multiple voices, One PodcastBack in January 2019 I'm not sure we thought we'd still be here 7 years later, some of the voices have changed but here we are! In case you missed the live stream recording on Sith_Taker_Tim on Twitch/Youtube - here is episode 400! Audio was a little janky to start and we may refer to things on screen but hopefully you can still appreciate this like normal! We are joined by Ryan Coyle from Iksentrik to talk about this years trophy for the Sith Taker Open plus Rich talks/shows off a few more bits. We also have some discussion but how to prep for big events. We also cover the latest news article from XWA showing off the X-wing Worlds 2026 prizes. Just the one event to cover this week and it's Sag Squadron's Valentines eventhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/32517/Thanks again for listening everyone! Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 09/02/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Zombie Nation - Kernkraft 400Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Infohttps://wtc-belgium.com/IV Torneo X-Wing Alicantehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/31890/Cad Bane Cup Berlinhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/31187/TNX casual Feb 2026https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2561PSO Bydgoszcz 25/26https://www.longshanks.org/event/31160/Ewoks Against Cancer 2026https://www.longshanks.org/event/31333/Texas State Championship 2026 - X-Winghttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2461Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 09/02/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Jamiroquai - Space Cowboy (Classic Radio mix) Remix - David MoralesUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Villainy faction! Dublin 2026 tournamenthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/30902/1ª Etapa - LPX 26https://www.longshanks.org/event/31521/Tartan Tusken System Openhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25589/If you missed any of the games live you can watch them back on Twitch (limited time) and YouTube https://twitch.tv/sith_taker_timhttps://m.youtube.com/@sith_taker_tim/streamsCast - Liam, Tim, and RichProducer - TimRecorded 02/02/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - TThe Proclaimers - I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
H X-Wing System Openhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/29346/Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 19/01/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Taylor Swift - The Fate of Ophelia (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
lists to chat about! We have an XWA Squad Championship from Norwich plus other events from Poland, Chile, Denmark and Chicago! PSO Lomzahttps://longshanks.org/event/30230/Athena Games Squad Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2505Torneo verano X-Wing Chilehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/31073/TRoA - NORDIC TABLETOP SHOWDOWN 2026https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/29296/Windy City Trials: New Years Editionhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2474Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 12/01/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - ABBA - Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 395 - 2nd is the new 1stWe're back for a new year and this episode goes out to a special boy who's back on the daily commute! ;)New year means new OP! First we cover Tim's Revenge of Father Sithmas event which if you missed you can watch games three and four back on his Twitch and YouTube (links on our facebook page). Two players went unbeaten but all had a load of fun!We also cover Mr Wilson's recent event with his School club - Stag Squadron - and then it's off to Spain for another Festive casual event!Revenge of Father Sithmashttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/31111/Chistmas Stag - 2025https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30985/KW Xwing XWA 21 dichttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30515/Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 05/01/2026 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Dolly Parton - 9 To 5 (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
yours a very happy festive period however you may celebrate and all the luck on and off the table in 2026!This week we have a few events to cover including the culmination of 312 Squadrons Conquest Series plus some from across Europe! And as if it were a Christmas miracle Liam gets a job! But no, not THAT job! 312 Conquest Series: Global Conquest 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2509/playersMeMo Sithmas! - Poalndhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/29458/Store Orleans Wargames 2025 - Francehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/29887/Assault on Oost - The Netherlandshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2491/playersCast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 15/12/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Kylie Minogue - XMAS (Amazon Music Original) (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 393 - Is it the Boot of Boba Fett?Hot off the press Rich is joined by Tim and Liam to discuss the 50p 1.1 Points Update from The X-wing Alliance. What and why things may have been tweaked, and what do we think to the changes.Find the full announcement here: https://www.xwing.life/news/announcementsBut before we get in to points we cover a couple of events, the 2.0 Legacy event from the Leicester GT run in partnership with UKTC and the Studebaker XWA System Open from Midwest USA.X-Wing 2.0 at Leicester GThttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2409Studebaker Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2215 Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 01/12/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin' (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 392 - XWA Worlds Early HypeWe have the first bits of information about what X-wing Worlds 2026 at Adepticon will look like (see our Facebook page from last Sunday for details). Tim will be heading out to Milwaukee in March and hope many others from across the community will also! For now it's a just a general chat and first we have some Organised Play to cover!First we head down to TNX Squadron's Christmas get together and then it's off to Canada for the Brew Wizards Squad Championship before chatting a little about the 2.0 Legacy event happening at UKTC's Leicester GT this weekend.TNX-mass 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2459/playersBrew Wizards XWA Squad championshiphttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/29261/Cast - Liam, Tim, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 01/12/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Slade – Merry Xmas Everybody (Official Top Of The Pops Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 391 - Ch-Checkin out the OP sceneRich is joined by Tim and Liam for a round up of recent events including ones from Czech Republic and Brazil plus XWA System Opens from Spain and the USA!Bitva o prezitihttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30082/Liga Brtherhood Brasíliahttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/30082/Gastropen 2025 System Open Spainhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/25962/Indianapolis X-Wing Squad Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2479/2025 PAX Unplugged XWA System Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2400Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 17/11/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Beastie Boys - Ch-Check It OutUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 390 - Pomerania Open 25We're back covering some recent events including an XWA System Open from Poland - Pomerania System Open 25/26 - and the latest 312 Squadron Conquest event - the Alamo Conquest!Pomerania System Open 25/26https://www.longshanks.org/event/25579/Live stream https://www.youtube.com/@TridentSquadron312 Conquest Series: Alamo Conquesthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2391Cast - Liam, Ben, Tim and Rich Producer - TimRecorded 17/11/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Techno - Tetris (Remix)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
meta. Special shout out to Team France for winning the 2025 XTC! They beat US Islands in the Final, who themselves should be congratulated for being the only unbeaten team to make it to the finals! However Aurélien and co managed to win the round that really matted and took the title! Well done all! Cornish Nationals 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/23525/2025 California System Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2410Squabblin' Goblin Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2394Houston Apollo X-Wing XWA Squad Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2453Cast - Liam, Tim and Rich with special guests Chris Burnett and Steve BoultonProducer - TimRecorded 10/11/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - “Golden” Official Lyric Video | KPop Demon Hunters | Sony AnimationUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 388 - 50 shades of XWATim is joined by Ben and Liam to chat about the 50 point update from XWA! New points, restricted list, scenario scoring, load outs - it's all changing but what do we think!Find all the useful documents here:https://www.xwing.life/news/announcementsCast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 20/10/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - 50 Cent - In Da Club (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
moreAnother bumper show of Organised Play from across the globe to cover this week!We have a re-cap of the 2025 XTC - online X-wing Team Championships - where we are down to 4 teams but still all to play for in the double-elimination format! We then jump around from a Spanish Team event to System Opens from Orleans, France and Calgary, Canada, and finish up covering the well attended Stag Squadron Squad Champs from the UK which saw a familiar name turn up, avoid playing any of the school kids and walk away with their top prize! XTC 2025https://challonge.com/vyjtr9olT3-TO Brawlshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25816/Orléans System Openhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25948/186th Squadron XWA X-Wing Store Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/28289/Chinook Squadron System Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2265/playersStag Squadron Squad Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/29187/Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 20/10/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Eric Prydz vs Pink Floyd - Proper Education (Official Music Video) | Ministry of SoundUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 386 - New Vegas in the FallWe have a load of events from all across the globe and further afield! London, Vegas, Netherlands and even Middle Earth! Rich is joined by Tim and Liam to run down the events, lists and results and giving those players topping the charts the props they deserve!LGT 2025 - Star Wars: X-Winghttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2077X-Wing XWA System Open at The Las Vegas Open 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2425/playersMagic Stronghold Store Champshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2437So long.. 2: Still herehttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2370/players312 Conquest Series: Middle Earth Conquesthttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/rollbetter/2136Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 06/10/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - ONE HOUR OF DANCING MON MOTHMA | Andor Season 2 | Disney+Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 385 - Tauntaun ToursRich is joined by Tim and Liam to chat about the recent Polish System Open (XWA System Open) from Warsaw and the Tauntaun Open (XWA Squadron Championship) events. We chat about the lists that did well and those that caught our eye.We wrap up the show with some honest discussion about the changes to scenario scoring now we've been playing them for a few weeks.Warszawa PSOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/27404/Tauntaun Open 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/23396/Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 22/09/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Elley Duhe - MONEY ON THE DASH | Animated VideoUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 384 - World Team Champs 2025Another bumper show of events as we finally get around to discussing the World Team Champs from Mechelen, Belgium, before discussing a few singles events from across Europe. We'll finish off the Warszawa Polish System Open next week.WTC Battle for Malinas Team Event 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/27789/[SZ-Wing] - German XWA System Open 25|26https://www.longshanks.org/event/26245/XWA Squad Championship Alicante 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/27573/Kirton Games X-Wing Summer Tournamenthttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/27931/Cast - Ben, Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 16/09/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Wet Leg - catch these fists (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 383 - Summer Solo'sWe're back after a few weeks off for Summer holidays, moving home and travelling for events with the first of two episodes catching up on all the X-wing that's been going on! We'll be back next year with coverage of the X-wing team event from the WTC.This week we focus on a few single player events that have taken place:TNX - XWA Store champs 06/09/25https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2330/playersNOVA Open XWA System Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2359European System Open - Mechelen, Belgiumhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/27788/Cast - Ben, Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 08/09/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - VINCENT GROSS & OLAF DER FLIPPER - DRINKING WINE FEELING FINE (OFFICIAL VIDEO)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 382 - Lone Star Open 2025Rich is back from his holiday's to take the helm again, and this week we cover a couple of events - Polish System Open (online event) and the XWA System Open - The Lone Star Open!PSO 2025 onlinehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/27080/LSO 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2190Cast - Liam, Tim and RichProducer - TimRecorded 11/08/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Confidence Man & JADE - gossip (official video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 381 - Board in Brum Squad Champs 25This week Tim & Liam are joined by Steel City's greatest Tom to chat about the recent XWA Squad Championship from Board in Brum! We also chat about how we're finding the new scoring and Ancient Knowledge! Standings, results and lists can be found here:https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/26688/Streamed games can be found here:www.twitch.tv/sith_taker_tim/videoswww.youtube.com/@sith_taker_tim/streamsIf you want to support Tim's live streaming efforts please consider subscribing on Twitch (use your free Prime sub if you have it) or you can support directly via a Streamlabs donation here: https://streamlabs.com/sith_taker_tim/tipCast - Liam, Tim and special guest Tom VealeProducer - TimRecorded 04/08/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - LMFAO - Sexy and I Know ItUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 380 - Ancient Knowledge A mini podcast for this week as Tim is moving house and Rich & Ben are on holiday! But with the news from XWA about the changes to scenario scoring and a brand new scenario we couldn't just skip this week! Big thanks to Chris Burnett from Tin Squadron for jumping in and helping us with his playtest insights! check out https://www.xwing.life/ for more info!Cast - Tim, Liam, and special guest Chris Burnett Producer - TimRecorded 27/07/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall, Part Two (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 379 - Prince of WalesTim and Liam return after a successful weekend at the Welsh Open 2025 - the first ever XWA System Open - and chat about how they got on at the event, on and off the table top! We also chat generally about the event and how much we enjoyed the trip to Cardiff!Before we chat over Liam's games and route to the final we have a quick chat about the GFA Open from Hungary. Games from the Welsh Open can be watched back on Twitch AND YouTube - if you haven't done already please follow us on Twitch and subscribe on YouTube - both are free and you'll get notified when new videos go live! Be sure to check you're watching back in 1080p!https://www.twitch.tv/sith_taker_tim/videoshttps://www.youtube.com/@sith_taker_tim/streamsIf you want to support Tim's live streaming efforts please consider subscribing on Twitch (use your free Prime sub if you have it) or you can support directly via a Streamlabs donation here: https://streamlabs.com/sith_taker_tim/Event links:X-Wing Welsh Open 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/26648/Pattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/8846GFA Open 2025 Julyhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/26807/Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 21/07/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Kendrick Lamar - HUMBLE.Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 378 - Throwing down the Gauntlet 2025This week Rich and Liam chat about the Gauntlet and how this ship may suddenly be a lot more viable for players following the recent XWA points update! Before that however we have a few events to chat about including the Tin Squadron Squad Championship and the The Windy City Trials 2025!Blue Squadron 2025 - 36 player team event from Brazilhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/26289/Tin Squadron Squad Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/26540/The Windy City Trials 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2174Which was streamed by 312 Squadronhttps://www.twitch.tv/312_squadronCast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 14/07/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Superman Soundtrack | The Mighty Crabjoys Theme - The Mighty Crabjoys | WaterTower MusicUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 377 - It's the Rich-istance! We're back with a bumper episode! Last weekend Rich and Tim headed to Sheffield for the Steel City Squadrons X-wing Team event and both had a great weekend, Rich on the tabletop and Tim behind (or in front!) of the camera! We chat about Rich's list, the event and streaming.We also get time to catch up on a few other events. First another Team event, but this time from Canada, with the Grand River X-wing Team Tournament, then a couple of singles events including one from Stag Squadron! Sith Taker Tim on Twitchhttps://www.twitch.tv/sith_taker_timGrand River X-Wing Team Tournament 2025https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n2U-170day2J2aGLfkwoHmU8EPIVbMOsOZvmn1KZSkc/edit?usp=sharingTCX Squadron Contest Ihttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2241July Stag 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/27046/Steel City Squadronshttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/21272/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 08/07/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Jackson 5 - I want you backUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 376 - June 25 Points updateThe team get together to chat about the latest points update from the X-wing Alliance, what changes we think will have players excited and what we may be looking at trying! Some old ships coming back in to the light, and some pilots we've never heard of before! But before that we have a couple of events to chat about including the 312 Squadron Conquest Series: Gotham City event and one from Brazil! New point can be found here:https://www.xwing.life/resources/points312 Conquest Series: Gotham City Conquesthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1958CBX Qualifier 2025 BH - Brazilhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/26014/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 23/06/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Foo Fighters - The PretenderUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 375 - Double Coin ClubWe're back with another OP packed episode with a slew of events from across Europe and North America plus we have another inductee to the 'double coin club' after Chris Burnett shows Liam how easy it is to pick up another Squad Championship victory!We also chat about the news from XWA about the System Open kit contents! X-Wing Alliance 2025/26 Season System Open Kithttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1_eAc5qP9hipLkL543eLcC_FTVvDBOriqnj7Cp9To6ME/edit?tab=t.0Mandos summer championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/26357/I Am Your Father Day - An X-Wing Eventhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/26506/Krakow PSOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25747/BKG X-Wing XWA Store Championshiphttps://longshanks.org/event/25372/Michiana Marauders Squad Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2187Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 16/06/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Chemical Brothers - The Salmon Dance (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 374 - COPR and CoinsLot's of Organized Play news to chat about this week, hot off the press Tim is able to chat to us about Version 1.1 of XWA's Competitive Organized Play Regulations or COPR. And we also chat about XWA's updated 1st year road map!But before we get in to that we have a couple of XWA Squad Championships to chat about, one from Scotland and one from USA!Tartan Tusken Trial XIX - CGG Store Championshipshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/24326/Geek Out's Squadron (Store) Championship 2025https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2186/playersXWA Competitive Organized Play Dochttps://www.xwing.life/organized-play/op-resourcesCast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 09/06/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Buggles - Video Killed The Radio Star (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 373 - UK Games Expo 25This week it's just Tim & Liam chatting about last weekend's X-wing event from the UK Games Expo! They both chat about the convention in general, what lists did well and what they thought of the event overall. Spoilers - they may be a little biased! Rollbetter standings, lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2037/playersPattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/8320Cast - Tim & LiamProducer - TimRecorded 02//2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Beastie Boys - Intergalactic (2009 Digital Remaster)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 372 - He doesn't always fly like a PotatoAfter a successful day's playing & streaming at the Element Games XWA Squad Championships Rich, Liam and Tim get together to chat about the event.We also have some time to chat about the prize support for this weekend's X-wing at UK Games expo plus X-wing events from Wales, Canada and Poland!You can watch the action back from the Element Games Squad Champs here:https://www.twitch.tv/sith_taker_timExile Squadron Xwing @ the Arenahttps://www.longshanks.org/event/26010/CTC Star Wars X-Wing Ottawa Grand Tournamenthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/23448Poznan PSOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25123/Element Games XWA Squadron eventhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/25736/Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 26/05/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - alt-J - In Cold Blood (Baauer Remix)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 371 - Rise of the Squad ChampsWe're well in to May and starting to see a load more events around the globe! This week the cast chats over lists doing well at 5 events from the UK, Europe and Brazil! Plus we chat about the upcoming Squad Championship at Element Games that we'll be streaming at (twitch.tv/sith_taker_tim) plus UK Games Expo! TNX May 3rd 2025England - 8 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2166/playersSZ-Wing Blaster-Cup 2025 [XWA] Germany - 33 playershttps://listfortress.com/tournaments/8021GFA Open - 2025 Május - The rise of the new SLsHungary - 15 playershttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/23909/6ª Etapa - LPX 25Brazil - 12 playershttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/25612/X-Wing Squad Championships - Neutral GroundEngland - 12 playershttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/24068/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 19/05/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Go-Jo - Milkshake Man | Australia 🇦🇺 | Official Music Video | #Eurovision2025Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 370 - May OP MadnessAudio warning - apologies, my mic has had an off night so my audio is very ropey! May is upon us and not only is it the start of the OP season for XWA it's also May 4th/Revenge of the 5th so several events happening to chat about!Richmond Open 2025 (AMG points)USA 23 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2139312 Squadron Conquest Series: Crumpet ConquestOnline 38 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1957TableBound May 4th XWA Squad ChampionshipCanada 21 playershttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22657/Dogfights at the ForgeCanada 14 playershttps://www.longshanks.org/event/24624/Kirton Games X-Wing Spring TournamentUK 12 playershttps://www.longshanks.org/event/25280/Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 05/05/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Outkast - So Fresh, So Clean (Official HD Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 369 - Loving the new loadoutsOn this weeks show the cast chat about some of their experiences of the new XWA standard loadouts and how they are featuring at events. Event coverage we have a 52 player in-person XWA event from Poland, 18 player in-person AMG event from Canada and the first of 312 Squadron's Conquest online events using XWA points - the 61 player Windy City Conquest! Mistrzostwa Polski 2025https://longshanks.org/event/24113/WetCoast AMG Star Wars X-Wing GThttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1823312 Conquest Series: Windy City Conquesthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1956Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 29/04/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Steam Powered Giraffe - Pink Pony ClubUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 368 - Wisdom of the AncientsWe got a little bit swamped with X-wing content with all the new releases coming out of the X-wing Alliance we completely missed a fantastic article friend of the show (and occasional target of our jokes) Steve Boulton wrote!Steve got several regular 'top' tournament players together and asked them a serious of questions to determine what makes a good player top tier. We were really impressed with the article and wanted to chat about. Thanks to Steven and Dylan for bringing it together.We round out the show with chat about the new releases and what we've been using. https://exilesquadron.com/xwing/making-the-cut/Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 14/04/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - ZZ Top - Sharp Dressed Man (Official Music Video) [HD Remaster]Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 367 - A new hope is here!XWA release their first official content, we've seen the spoilers but we haven't seen everything - and we have points for all the new ships! The cast chat about new & spoiled ships and now we have points what we think will feature and what we're excited to fly.We also give some shout outs to the Polish Championship happening 26/27 April and congratulations to Tom Veal & Team for emerging victorious at the 312 Squadron Team League (several games of which streamed by sith_taker_tim on Twitch). Print & play / new content section from XWAhttps://www.xwing.life/resources/xwa-contentPointshttps://www.xwing.life/resources/pointsInfinite Arenas https://infinitearenas.com/The Polish Championshiphttps://www.facebook.com/events/663077006378710Cast - Rich, Ben Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 07/04/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Queen - Play The Game (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 366 - The Wolds are not enoughAnother bumper Organised Play episode - and we're not here just talking about Calen Wong's triumphant rise to becoming the 2025 X-wing World Champion! A massive congratulations to Calen from all at the Sith Takers! After we've covered the action from Milwaukee, USA we turn our sights to Yorkshire for the Wolds Championships where 28 players who couldn't make the trip to the States battled it out in a XWA points event. Finally we cover the online Polish System Open that Liam played in!X-Wing 2025 World Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2106Yorkshire Wolds Championshipshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/23384/PSO 2025 ONLINE – TURNIEJ OTWARCIA SEZONUhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/24070/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 31/03/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - R.E.M. - It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 365 - Scum & SwagWarning - there are some audio issues this week! Sorry!This week the team is joined by XWA Prize Lead Dylan to chat about the final XWA Scum & Villainy spoilers and to dish the dirt on the first Squad Championship kit from the XWA - what will we be playing for, what will the alt arts be and of course what will the winner get! Hopefully by the time this episode comes out you can find the article on Dylan's blog with lovely pics here:https://exilesquadron.com/If not check out the XWA website and it should be there along with the final Scum spoilers!https://www.xwing.life/news/announcementsFinally anyone going to Worlds - safe trips, have fun & hope you all have great games!Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim and special guest DylanProducer - TimRecorded 25/03/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - SABATON - Bismarck (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 364 - Here come the Resistance, again!We're back with chat about Resistance standard loadouts from XWA, more OP news from XWA and a couple of events one of which was run by Liam! GT X WING de Normadie By AMG - except it's XWA!https://www.longshanks.org/event/19461/Board in Brum - X-wing Marchhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/23323Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 17/03/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Skillet - "The Resistance" [Official Lyric Video]Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 363 - XWA OP on the way! It's a bumper episode today with First Order and Resistance spoilers from the XWA, a slew of events from across the globe and then Tim chats about the recent Organised Play news from XWA!Find out what a Squad Championship is, what the OP pyramid is and what you could win if you emerge victorious at one of these events! Plus we chat about the first XWA System Open - The Welsh Open! Which tickets are now on sale for:https://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields/star-wars-x-wing-welsh-open-2025-cardiffXWA Organised Play announcements https://www.xwing.life/news/announcements#h.2eo1y5fhvt0fExcelsior - Feb '25 - UKhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/23640/Xwing | Mox Boarding House - USAhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/2019SZ-WING goes XWA - Make X-Wing great again [XWA] - Germanyhttps://listfortress.com/tournaments/7163GFA Open - 2025 Március - Hungary https://www.longshanks.org/event/22469/Strass Wars VII - The Strass Awakens - Francehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/21934/Torneio de Março X-wing - Brazilhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/23850/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 03/03/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Warren Zevon - Werewolves of London (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 362 - We love new points!Dropping just in time for Valentines we have version 4 of the Beta points from XWA and the cast chat through their thoughts on the changes! Plus a little chat about Kylo & Mando Standard Loadouts and a bit of Organised Play News!https://www.xwing.life/resources/pointshttps://www.xwing.life/resources/pointsCast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 17/02/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - LITTLE BIG – TCHAIKOVSKY (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 361 - Chatting with the Champ STO 2025This week the cast catch up with the 2025 Sith Taker Open Champion Dom Flannigan and chat about his take on CIS that saw him take the top spot and the big event of the year!We round out the show with some chat about the recent Polish System Open X-Wing Championship final from Gdansk and a couple of Standard loadouts coming from the XWA. Sith Taker Open 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/22439/Gdansk PSO X-Wing Championship 2024https://longshanks.org/event/15021/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Dom FlanniganProducer - TimRecorded 10/02/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Mingle Game Song “Round and Round” Lyric Video | Squid Game: Season 2 | NetflixUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 360 - STO 2025 Round-upWe're just getting over an amazing weekend of X-wing! Next week we'll be joined by the Event Champion Dom Flannigan so this week Rich & Ben chat about the event from a Tournament Organisers point of view and Tim & Liam chat about it from a players perspective. We cover the lists in cut and chat about the social & side events surrounding the main event! And of course the people who made the event such a success and a lot of fun for all involved! Sith Taker Open 2025 - 136 player XWA pointshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22439/Sith Taker Open Day 2 - AMG GT - 57 playershttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22440/Sith Taker Open Day 2 - XWA Doubleshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22475/Cast - Rich, Ben Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 03./02/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Mingle Game Song “Round and Round” Lyric Video | Squid Game: Season 2 | NetflixUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 359 - Getting ready for The Big Show!Here we go! It's almost here! THE big X-wing show of the year - Sith Taker Open 2025!Rich is joined by a rather congested Tim (sorry) and Ben (also sorry ;) ) to chat about our big annual x-wing event happening in Stockport, UK! 130-140 pilots using XWA points will be joining us for casual games & pre-event social on the Friday, Swiss with potential play-in round on Saturday and then Top 16 plus side events on the Sunday! Find out some of what will be going on this weekend in this weeks show!Plus don't forget to tune in to the final ever live stream from Firecast Focus who will be covering the event for your viewing pleasure! https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus (check them a sub/prime sub as a thankyou if you can!)We round out the show covering AMG GTs from Canada and Australia plus an XWA points event from Germany!It's a Trap - Kiepencon 2025 - Germany XWA Pointshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22675/AMG X-Wing Grand Tournament @ CANCON 2025 - Canberra, Down Underhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1822OFFICIAL AMG X-WING GRAND TOURNAMENT - Ontario, Canadahttps://www.longshanks.org/event/22124/Cast - Rich, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 27/01/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Big Show Entrance Video - WWEUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 358 - 312 Conquest SeriesThis week the cast are joined by 312 Squadron leader Nick Sperry to chat about their upcoming online events - the Conquest Series! A series of online events in different time zones where the winners will qualify for a global final! We also chat to Nick about he and others got on at the AMG GT from the Las Vegas Open.And finally we cover the recent XWA events from Poland and France.312 Conquest Series infohttps://tinyurl.com/frvc74kdLVO day 1https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1932LVO day 2https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1934LOV Top Cuthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1931Poznan X-Wing Store Championship 2024 PSOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/15026/Tournoi Orleans Wargames Janvier 2025https://www.longshanks.org/event/21708/Cast - Rich, Liam and Tim with special guest Nick SperryProducer - TimRecorded 20/01/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Jungle Book - I Wanna Be Like YouUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 357 - Changing of the GuardThis last weekend we've started to see a real shift towards XWA Organised Play supported events with 3 in-person events to report on! 2 in the UK plus one from the Netherlands! And of course we cover the final UK GT before Worlds!AMG GT Nottingham23 player AMG event https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1857NWA Jan event 2025 TTBromley11 Player XWA event from TTBromleyhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1954So long.. and thanks for all the ships!16 Player XWA Event from the Netherlandshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1867And for the 22 player XWA event from Weston-super-mare Games Bunker... you'll just have to listen because Richard G fellout with Longshanks! :DCast - Rich, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 06/01/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Bob Dylan - The Times They Are A-Changin' (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 356 - New Year New EventsWe're back for 2025! Rich is joined by Ben & Tim for a new years catch up! We also have a few events to chat about, some coming soon like the Sith Taker Open and 312 Conquest Series but we dive in to Tim's recent one day XWA event Revenge of Father Sithmas! And finally the NCX Draft League Finals! Revenge of Father Sithmas '24https://www.longshanks.org/event/22092/312 Conquest Serieshttps://tinyurl.com/h8bbkd6fCast - Rich, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 06/01/2025 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Ting Tings - Shut Up and Let Me GoUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 355 - Flying like a Potato We're back with a quick wrap up of the recent events. A couple of in person AMG points GTs and an online XWA points event from 312 Squadron.Apologies for me audio, it's a little ropey and only realise now in editing! Plus I know Liam swore... but can I find it to censor it! Oh well I'm fairly sure we can have one! Have fun finding it! :DOfficial AMG Grand Tournament - North Phoenixhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1893Pax Unplugged 2024 X-Wing GThttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1862312 Holiday Blues Brothers Bonanzahttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1877Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 16/12/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Darkness - Christmas Time (Don't Let The Bells End) (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 354 - Exceedingly Good Points UpdateRich, Tim and Liam get together to discuss the latest points update from the XWA. It's not a particularly big update but it does come with a patch notes doc giving us some insight in to the decision process of the update.Find all the useful information here:https://www.xwing.life/resources/pointsCast - Rich, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 02/12/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Mariah Carey - All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 353 - Sins & The Herts GTRich is joined by Ben and Tim to chat about a couple of recent events. First up from a couple of weekends back we have the AMG GT from Hemel Hempstead running new AMG points then from last weekend we're off to Newport, Wales for a local XWA points event! Sin city Newport Novemberhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/20454/Star Wars: X-Wing at the Herts GT 2024https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1856Cast - Rich, Tim and DenProducer - TimRecorded 25/11/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Imagine Dragons & JID - Enemy (from the series Arcane: League of Legends) | Official Music VideoBonus outro - Greg Crash! Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 352 - Allez les Bleus!We haven't covered the Online X-wing Team Championship (XTC) much this year as it's been stuck running old AMG points but we couldn't let it go without congratulating Team France on their victory! 21 countries were represented by teams of 7 pilots, each running a different faction, plus coaches & captains - but France finish in 1st place!We're joined by Blues Captain Aurélien to chat about the event, what makes the XTC different and how it went for France, England and the other teams!We also touch on a couple of Grand Tournaments that happened over the weekend in Australia and Germany.XTC 2024 - Final Stagehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/17488/ some teams were combinations of 2 or more countries Cast - Rich, Tim and Liam with special guest Aurélien Coudray Producer - TimRecorded 11/11/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee) Official Music Video (Remastered) HDUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 351 - Cornish Nationals 24This week we're all focused on the Cornish Nationals run by our friends down south, Tin Squadron!Unfortunately dark schemes conspired to keep us away from Cornwall and we weren't able to attend but we can at least talk about the games and lists, all using new shiny XWA points!Full results and lists can be found here:https://www.longshanks.org/event/16934/And Firecast Focus covered the event which you can watch games back here:https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus Cast - Rich, Ben and Liam Producer - TimRecorded 28/10/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Time Warp · Richard O'Brien · Patricia Quinn · Nell CampbellUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 350 - Episode Tree Fiddy For our 350th Episode we have a bumper show of events to discuss! First up an AMG points Grand Tournament from Canada, with a XWA side event, then to Poland for a Store Champs using XWA points, and then two XWA point local X-wing events from the UK!We round out the show with a little general chat about dice variance and stuff before finally a little update on the XTC!SLO - X-Wing Grand Tournamenthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/20087/SLO - XWA Side event Tournamenthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/20089/Bydgoszcz X-Wing Store Championship 2024 PSOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/15024/A whole new world - Somersethttps://www.longshanks.org/event/20466/X-Wing XWA Points Tournament - Barnsleyhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/20201/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 21/10/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithBonus intro - Southpark - Tree FiddyOutro - Chappell Roan - "Theme Song" ft. Les Claypool - South Park The 25th Anniversary ConcertUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 349 - Revelling in Resistance We're back and we've got a few things to run down this week! First up we chat about the recent GT from Alaska, then Tim rounds up the XTC Group stage and what teams will be heading to the Finals before Rich is let loose on the Resistance Faction to give us the run down on what's hot in XWA points!Battle Zone Ursa 2024https://listfortress.com/tournaments/5513Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 15/10/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Chappell Roan - HOT TO GO! (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 348 - London G&TRich is joined by Liam and Tim to chat about last weekend's X-wing Grand Tournament using new AMG points at the London GT. What lists did well and how did the factions in general fair after the points update. We wrap up the show with a little XTC chat. Lists & results can be found here:https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1690/playersWatch back the games at Firecast Focus:https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocusCast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 30/09/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Lily Allen | LDN (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 347 - XWA TransformersXWA certainly seemed to have transformed the fortunes of the lower placed factions with CIS doing very well at the weekend and the Top 16 cut from Poland featuring at least two lists from every faction!This week Ben and Liam are joined by Steel City's very own Tom Veale to chat about his recent success in Sheffield but also chat over lists from Scotland, Poland, Sheffield and Canada (may have forgotten to talk about the latest AMG GT but I've put the link below just in case!).We also chat about the latest XWA points adjustment released last week (few minor tweaks) which can be found here:https://www.xwing.life/resources/pointsKnightly Sept 24 - 14 players Scotlandhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/19832/Warszawa X-wing PSO GT - 61 players Polandhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/15023/New Points Store Championship - 18 players Sheffieldhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/18983Chinook Squadron GT - 17 players Canadahttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1581 Cast - Ben, Liam and special guest Tom VealeProducer - TimRecorded 23/09/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Transformers opening themeUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 346 - Quad CompsWe have four different events to talk about from France, Canada and Italy featuring Old AMG Points, New AMG Points, XWA Beta Points and even 2.0 Legacy points! That's a lot of X-wing!!And we round out the show with Liam giving us the run down of the Separatist Faction in XWA Beta Points and why he thinks you should be flying them! Mini Legends X-wing Grand Tournament - Francehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/15764/Mini Legends X-wing Side Event - XWA Betahttps://www.longshanks.org/event/19932/CSWG Open X-wing GT - Canadahttps://www.longshanks.org/event/19456/I find your lack of faith disturbing - Legacy Event - Italyhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/16741Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 16/09/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - UB40 & Pato Banton - Baby Come BackUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 345 - Remember me?Out of the blue Atomic Mass Games drops not only a Standard Points update which will be legal for forthcoming Grand Tournaments but also a Print & Play pdf with existing cards and new Standard Loadouts for the TIE/PH Phantom and the Alpha-class Starwing! We chat about the impact (hopefully positive) these updates will have for the remaining GTs and review the new standard loadout options.Updated points document can be found here:https://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-docs/Print & Play document for the Phantom & Alpha Class Starwinghttps://cdn.svc.asmodee.net/production-amgcom/uploads/2024/09/DOC01_StarwingTIEPhantom.pdfCast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 09/09/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Blue Boy - Remember Me (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 344 - XWA Gon' Give It To YaThey're here! The X-wing Alliance have released their first ever points update! It's a Beta set of points and they want us (all of us) to go out and play X-wing and see what works and doesn't!The cast go through some of the changes and discuss some of the design choices the XWA Points team have made. Thanks to all involved in getting these to us as they've done a lot of work in around 2 months, and this is only the start! They won't be perfect, but it'll certainly shake up the meta! Find all the XWA Beta points documents here:https://www.xwing.life/resources/pointsCast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 02/09/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - DMX - X Gon' Give It To YaUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 343 - The X Rated ShowDon't worry! It's still a family friendly show but we're talking about a lot of 'X' rated stuff this week - namely XWA points teases and XTC!The cast is joined by Filippo 'Piffo' Bosi for a little update on the XWA in general before we dive in to the 4 teases from Greg of NCX regarding the XWA points update. What could it mean? And then a quick chat about this years online X-wing Team Championship that will see 21 teams fighting it out over 2-3 months. This year however we have 7 factions on each side! Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim with special guest Filippo BosiProducer - TimRecorded 27/08/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Dire Straits - Money For Nothing (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 342 - WTC 2024 Liam and Tim have returned from Mechelen, Belgium after a weekend of Judging at the WTC: World Team Championship. 15 teams of 5 players entered the X-wing event, playing 10 games over the two days. Find out how the event went, what lists and players did well and who eventually won it here! Be sure to check out all the pictures on our Facebook page!Results & lists can be found here:https://www.longshanks.org/event/17241Streamed games can be watched back here:https://www.twitch.tv/xwingrexCast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 12/08/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Pirates of the Caribbean (Auckland Symphony Orchestra)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 341 - Double USA GT TroubleAfter we have a quick catch up on XWA Organised Play news we have two GT's from the USA to discuss! First up from Indianapolis we have GenCon won by Duncan running Empire (Jendon, Vader, Tomax, Feroph). For seconds we head to Utah for the Salt Lake Open won by Liam flying Rebels (Gina, Keo, Gemmer, Wedge & Luke).And before we finish up we have a little chat about the X-wing World Team Championship happening in Belgium this weekend! Be sure to catch the events live stream at https://www.twitch.tv/xwingrex and give the channel a follow!GenCon Grand Tournament https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1663Salt Lake Openhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1597Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 05/08/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Chilly Down - David BowieUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 340 - Chile GT DownThis week we have another GT to discuss but this time from Chile! The Corellia Alicatan Chile has a few surprises for the cast to chat about before we finish up with some general chat about X-wing Alliance, World Team Champs in Belgium and the online X-wing Team Champs. Corellia Alicatan Chile, Grand Tournamenthttps://www.longshanks.org/event/17259/Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben and Tim Producer - TimRecorded 29/07/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Chilly Down - David BowieUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 339 - Sheffield & Lone Star GTsWarning - audio is a little sketchy this episode! We apologise for Tim's flakey internet, Ben's rubbish mic and Conor's potty mouth! :DThis week Ben is joined by special guest Conor Holmes to catch up on the last two Grand Tournaments - Sheffield, UK and Lone Star Open, USA. Sheffield GT lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1624Lone Star Open lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1600Cast - Ben, Tim and special guest Conor HolmesProducer - TimRecorded 23/07/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - “The Spark” - Kabin Crew & Lisdoonvarna CrewUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 338 - Welsh Open 24This week we're joined by the 2nd Best Burnett (and 2nd Best Tin Sqn it turns out...!) Chris Burnett to talk about last weekend's Welsh Open held at Firestorm Games in Cardiff.Find out how Rich and Chris got on and did Liam survive the weekend as Head Judge! Find the event results & lists here:https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/15526/Pattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/longshanks/15526Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim and special guest Chris Burnett Producer - TimRecorded 08/07/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Thunderstruck by Steve'n'Seagulls (LIVE)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 337 - Have Your SayShort-ish episode this week as we cover the latest press release from the X-wing Alliance, chat about the latest X-wing Community Survey and of course the build up to the Welsh Open!X-Wing Survey VIII: The Last AMG Points!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeK5a5rIk4UwhWlNTqvqRBV1Wco9g1P7YsQ09vJx6DHetBpBA/viewformCast - Rich, Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 01/07/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Franz Ferdinand - This Fire (Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 336 - Mixing It UpThis week we're joined by Nick Sperry of 312 Squadron to chat about XWA news and alternative X-wing formats.The X-wing Alliance (the community effort starting up to look after the X-wing Miniatures Game) has elected it's 3 'leaders', these people will be steering the development of the group and looking to establish some sort of organisation!Whilst we await the future of the game at large we chat about some of the events or alternate formats that are around or that we've been playing in. This includes the NCX Draft League run by Greg at Nickel City X-wing, Nick's own points adjustments found at 312 Squadron and we're playing in a 12 week online event run by Conor at Tauntaun squadron where each week we have a unique game rule that could affect what we choose to fly!Looking at ways to keeping the game fresh!You can find more info about NCX here:https://www.twitch.tv/nickelcityxwingYou can find more info about 312 Squadron here:https://www.twitch.tv/312_squadronCast - Rich, Liam, Ben and Tim with special guest Nick SperryProducer - TimRecorded 24/06/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - High School Musical - Start Of Something NewUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 335 - X-wing is dead, long live X-wing!We're back already! And today we're chatting about the news that although Atomic Mass Games may have given up developing the X-wing Miniatures Game... the community is not ready to give up on the game! Earlier today there was an announcement by around 30 members of the community that are looking to take over the stewardship of X-wing. You can find this on our Facebook page and Discord, as well as on many others out there!This group is trying to represent a wide cross section of the player base including some of the prominent content creators and membership from a large number of different countries and communities. Tim, Liam and Ben are part of this group and although early days we chat a little about what's been going on (warning: this is few days old so it's very early on) and what the group might be doing in short and long term. We also chat over some of the FAQ's that have been produced regarding the project.It should also be stated the Sith Takers do not decide what's going to happen and what we say is personal opinion, nothing has been decided bar the group needs to establish a structure and set some goals. What this group will actually do is very much TBD and if we say something you don't like don't panic... nothing is set in stone! And there will be discussions and votes to decide the best way forward for what we believe is the community at large.If you feel like you've been missed or have something to offer this endeavour here is the form you can fill out to express interest:https://forms.gle/viagRYbj4tAeiVv38 Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 17/06/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Fat Boy Slim - Renegade MasterUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 334 - AMG admits defeatIn an Emergency recording Rich, Liam and Tim respond to Atomic Mass Games announcement that they have officially ended development of the Star Wars X-wing and Armada Miniature Games.Was managing all the Star Wars games too much for the small studio? They claim external factors were the reasons it became too difficult? Find out the hot takes from the cast here and maybe we'll be back Monday with a more measured response... there may be one or two Babu Frik's used in today's episode! :DYou can find the official AMG announcement here:https://www.atomicmassgames.com/transmission/update-on-star-wars-x-wing-and-star-wars-armada/Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 13/06/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Queen - Don't Stop Me Now (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 333 - UK Games Expo 24 You wait for Organised Play and then two come along at once! This week we chat about the recent news from Atomic Mass Games about the Grand Tournament locations and the first two official GT's - Bilbao and the UK Games Expo!Rich chats to Ben & Liam plus special guest Tom Candlin about how they got on at the UK Games Expo, how the event went and what we might do about the new menace that is double B-wings!Someone else did quite well at the UK Games Expo, someone who may feature on the podcast every now and again, but he's dead to Rich so no need to acknowledge his performance right...! ;) AMG GRAND TOURNAMENT 2024–2025 UPDATEhttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/transmission/grand-tournament-2024-2025-update/Tantive 7Bilbao Grand Tournament - lists & resultshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/15406UK Games Expo GT - lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1479Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Tom Candlin Producer - TimRecorded 03/06/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Top Cat: The Complete Series - OpeningUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 332 - Let's go Expo 24 This week Rich & Tim are joined by Dylan Jones to talk about the Welsh Open, UK Games Expo and other AMG Grand Tournament news! We also chat about a recent interview from Crabbok with Will Shick.UK Games Expo tickets & infohttps://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/events/1809-star-wars-x-wing-main-event-ukge-2024/UK Games Expo Rollbetter pagehttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1479Welsh Open tickets & detailshttps://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields/star-wars-x-wing-welsh-gt-2024-cardiffCrabbok interview with Will Shickhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPQsQHYdDBMCast - Rich, Ben, and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 20/05/2022 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - BABYMETAL x @ElectricCallboy - RATATATA (OFFICIAL VIDEO)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 331 - The X-wing Game StateA nice simple show where Rich, Liam and Ben catch up about Organised Play, X-wing news and the state of the game! (yes they get a little grumpy...)Cast - Rich, Ben, and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 20/05/2022 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Monkees - Daydream Believer (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 330 - Incom Pew PewA short-ish show this week as Ben & Liam cover last weekend's one day event from Incom Gaming in Cheltenham! We chat about what lists Liam and Adam took, what did well (Tin Squadron on top!) and what else caught our eye. Find all the lists and results here:https://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/longshanks/15452Cast - Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - TimRecorded 13/05/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Nathan Evans - Wellerman (Sea Shanty)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 329 - Real SteelThis week we're joined by the Captain of the self proclaimed greatest X-wing Squadron in the known Universe - Daniel Athey of Steel City X-wing! We talk with Dan about his recent victories at the Element Games Legends & Yorkshire Team Event 2: Lightspeed to Belgium events that have happened over the last two weeks!We round out the show with some general X-wing news and Atomic Mass Games OP chatter.Element Games Legends - April 2024https://www.longshanks.org/event/15172/Yorkshire Team Event 2: Lightspeed to Belgiumhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/14080/Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim and special guest Daniel AtheyProducer - TimRecorded 06/05/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Pulp - Common PeopleUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 328 - Worlds 24 Meta Snapshot Part 2Our second show diving in to the Top lists from the Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Championships. This week we finish up with Resistance and Scum & Villainy plus a look at what the top First Order and Separatist Alliance lists looked like. We round out the show with a catch up on the Organised Play news from AMG with the creation of the Grand Tournament at the expense of the World Championship. Plus a little chat about the Embracer Group split up and the XTC!Last Chance Qualifier Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1351X-wing World Champs Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1350Pattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/4369AMG GT announcement newshttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/transmission/introducing-grand-tournaments/Embracer Group newshttps://www.gamesindustry.biz/embracer-group-splits-into-three-everything-you-need-to-knowCast - Rich, Liam, Tim and BenProducer - TimRecorded 22/04/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire · The Ink SpotsUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 327 - Worlds 24 Meta Snapshot Part 1We take a deep dive in to the Top lists from the Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Championships and go through faction by faction how these lists work, how they're winning games and what you might do to beat them! We try to explain what the different parts do to help you on the table top if you end up facing one of these meta monsters!This week we focus on Galactic Republic, Rebel Alliance and Galactic Empire. Next week we'll finish up with Resistance and Scum & Villainy plus a look at what the top First Order and Separatist Alliance lists looked like. Last Chance Qualifier Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1351X-wing World Champs Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1350Pattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/4369Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim and BenProducer - TimRecorded 15/04/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Fallout 4 Main Theme | Fallout 4 OSTUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 326 - Worlds 24 Wrap Up - Part 2This week we're joined by the Atomic Mass Games X-wing 2024 World Champion - Illy!Rich, with Tim and Liam, quiz Illy about his trip to Adepticon, about his games and list, and how things went for him in Chicago (spoiler - it went well! ;) ). We wrap up the show with some stat analysis on Pattern Analyser and some promo for this years OP, that we know of. Last Chance Qualifier Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1351X-wing World Champs Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1350Pattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/4369Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim and the World Champion Illy! Producer - TimRecorded 08/04/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Imagine Dragons - On Top Of The World (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 325 - Worlds 24 Wrap Up - Part 1Ben is joined by Rich, Tim and Sean to chat about their trip to the Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Championship at Adepticon, Chicago. We chat about our travels, the Con and the events. What we did, what we liked and how well we all did!This is the first of 2 or 3 episodes chatting about the 2024 World Champs so expect more in-depth list discussion coming soon!Last Chance Qualifier Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1351X-wing World Champs Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1350Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and Sean MilliganProducer - TimRecorded 01/04/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 324 - We're off to Worlds 24!It's our last show before heading off to Adepticon in Chicago for the Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Championship. First timers Rich and Matt are joined by Worlds Veterans Tim, Liam and Ben to talk about all things Worlds!We have some travel tips and advice for those with last minute things to sort. We chat a little about what you could be doing before the event and what Adepticon is like. If you've not been before we talk about regsitration, what to do for food & drink and event format! And of course we need to chat about what we're flying and what we think we might see at Worlds and what might do well!Last Chance Qualifier Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1351X-wing World Champs Roll Betterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1350Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and Matt FlockhartProducer - TimRecorded 17/03/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - John Denver - Leaving On A Jet Plane (Official Audio)mUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 323 - Super Secret Scum SauceThis week we invite Sith Taker Open King of Swiss Rob Smith on to talk about Scum & Villainy. What did he take to go unbeaten day 1 and what could we see do well at Worlds!Sith Taker Open Results & listshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12943/Sith Taker Open live stream by Firecast Focus with support from Tin Squadronwww.twitch.tv/firecastfocusPattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/4343Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Rob SmithProducer - TimRecorded 04/03/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Ezra Collective - Dark Side RiddimUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 322 - Sith Taker Open 2024The Sith Taker Open may be done for another year but Rich is joined by Ben, Liam and Tim to talk about how it all went! We have a players and TO perspective from the group, chatting about the weekend, games, lists and results!A big thanks to Cog'o'Two, Onyx Squadron, Atomic Mass Games, Vector Squadron Creative, Iksentrik, Enigma Wargaming and Element Games for all their help & support with the event!Results & listshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12943/Sith Taker Open live stream by Firecast Focus with support from Tin Squadronwww.twitch.tv/firecastfocusPattern Analyzerhttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/tournament/listfortress/4343Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 19/02/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Electric Callboy - Hypa Hypa (OFFICIAL VIDEO)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 321 - STO 24 Hype show! It's almost time! The largest independent X-wing tournament in the World is fast approaching and Rich & Ben are going to tell us more about it! ow will it run, what prizes do we have and how can you watch it! A big thanks to Enigma Wargaming, Cog'o'Two, Vextor Squadron Creative, Onyx Squadron, Iksentrik and Atomic Mass Games for their help with prize support!And we also have some early news about the Welsh Open 2024!Sith Taker Open live stream by Firecast Focus with support from Tin Squadron https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocusWelsh Open 2024https://www.facebook.com/events/793804722457597Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 19/02/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Electric Callboy - Hypa Hypa (OFFICIAL VIDEO)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 320 - That's no Rebel Moon!Liam returns to talk Battle Over Endor Rebels with Rich and Ben thanks to the latest preview article from Atomic Mass Games! What's hot and what's not and what might we see coming to a Rebel meta very soon!STAR WARS: X-WING – BATTLE OVER ENDOR REBEL PREVIEWhttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/transmission/star-wars-x-wing-battle-over-endor-rebel-preview/New Ship Pointshttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-docs/Beachhead 2024https://www.longshanks.org/event/10973/Cast - Rich, Ben and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 12/02/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Rebel In The F.D.G. · W.A.S.P.Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 319 - AMG Ambush AdjustmentLast weekend Tim's Clones marched to victory at Liam's Worlds Fundraiser held at Board in Brum but this isn't the biggest news this week - we have (some) new points!We were waiting on the points for Battle over Endor but Atomic Mass Games decided a little pre-Worlds points adjustment was need so Rich, Ben and Tim discuss these along with hot takes on the Imperial ships that have been previewed in a recent article - what do you think will be dominating the tabletop soon?And still no love for Scum! :(Liam's World's fundraiserhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/12531/Battle of Endor Preview articlehttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/transmission/star-wars-x-wing-battle-over-endor-imperial-preview/New Ship Pointshttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-docs/Cast - Rich, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 05/02/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Offspring - Hit That (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 318 - Last flight to Worlds 24 Another round up of Organised Play from around the globe (sorry Flat Earthers!) including the FINAL Atomic Mass Games Worlds Open Qualifier from down under and Tim Worlds fund raiser the Wampa Warm-up!Rich also talks to us about side events coming to the Sith Taker Open in a few weeks! World Open Qualifier @ CANCON 2024 Australiahttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/964The Wampa Warm-up 2024https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/13248/X-Wing Store Championship Jan 2024 Abyss Game Storehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12494/Pandemonium X-Wing Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/976Huzzah Hobbies Store Championship #2https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/999Absolutely Last Minute World Qualifier at Freedom Hobby and Gaminghttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1099Tea & Tee Store Championship, Part IIIhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1105Cast - Rich, Ben and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 29/01/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Divinyls - I Touch Myself (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 317 - Bangor or Bust!This week due to some stormy weather Rich & Tim are joined by UK Store Champ 1st place collector Dom Flannigan of the Firecast Focus to talk about last weekends events!We talk about the Northern Irish Store Champs from Replay Games in Bangor, Firestorm Cards at the Gaming Den in Basingstoke and of course cover the final Atomic Mass Games Worlds Open Qualifier from the Las Vegas Open!Replay Games Store Champshttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/12722/Firestorm Cards Store Champs @ The Gaming Denhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12987/LVO Day 1 swisshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/978LVO Day 2 swisshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/979LVO Top 16 Cuthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/874Cast - Rich, Tim and special guest Dom Flannigan Producer - TimRecorded 22/01/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 316 - New Year, New OP?We kick off our show with early news on official organised play coming to the UK which hopefully could be replicated in other countries. Community run but with full support from Asmodee and Atomic Mass Games - Regionals! Plus 'a special International Event' coming to the London Grand Tournament in September.We round out the show with coverage of recent events including the Worlds Open Qualifier from Chile! New OP news https://www.facebook.com/UKTCeventsX-Wing World Open Qualifier 2023 Chilehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12486/Scattered Deck Store Championship #2https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1028Red Dragon Store Champs https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1159Cast - Liam, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 15/01/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - RUSSKAJA - Energia | Napalm RecordsUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 315 - Careless WhispersWe're back for 2024! We have news, leaks and resulting changes to playtesting at Atomic Mass Games. Battle over Endor is coming end of February and we have a few reveals to chat about!We also start to get hyped for Worlds and the Sith Taker Open with a quick run down of recent Store Champs. Battle over Endor newshttps://twitter.com/atomicmassgames/status/1744422840059744638Apollo Squadron Winter Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/922Mythic Games X-Wing Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1109Game Nite X Wing Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/993Curio Cavern X-Wing Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/944Cast - Liam, Ben and RichProducer - TimRecorded 08/01/2024 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - George Michael - Careless Whisper (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 314 - Fairytale Of XTC23In our final episode of the year Liam & Tim are joined by the new XTC Champions -Team USA!We chat about the XTC format - group stage vs finals, list choices,faction choices. We get a bit of insight in to the pairings process and possible improvements for the XTC in future years. As it's the last show of the year we thought we'd also chat to our guests about their highlights for 2023 and what they are looking forward to from 2024! To all our listeners - however you spend your festive period we hope you and your chosen people have a great time and best of luck for the year ahead! We are now on holiday and will return in the second week of January for more Sith Takers Snap Shots! XTC 2023 - Final Stagewww.longshanks.org/event/11066/Cast - Liam, Tim and special guests William Haigwood, Kenneth Lyon, Levi Schadt, Stephen Weiland, Doug Howe & ChrispyProducer - TimRecorded 18/12/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Pogues - Fairytale Of New York (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 313 - Isoplane II: The SequelThis week the cast are joined by Daniel 'Isophane' Lim to chat about the return of The Isoplane Initiative! A fund raising initiative started by Isophane and a few other pillars of the community to help those who need it get to Worlds! Tim (and Liam to a lesser extent) benefited from the 2023 Initiative - can you help the next group fly to Worlds?!After we chat to Daniel we cover the Atomic Mass Games Singapore Worlds Open Qualifier and Tim's first fund raiser for Worlds 2024 'Hondo's Big Score' which Adam and Liam played in.We then also briefly touch on the XTC to congratulate Team USA but will cover the XTC Finals in more detail next week when we'll be joined by a couple of guests! The Isoplane Initiativehttps://www.xwing.life/Singapore World Open Qualifier 2023https://www.longshanks.org/event/11901/Hondo's Big Scorehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/12303/XTC 2023 - Final Stagehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/11066/Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim, Adam, Ben and special guest Daniel LimProducer - TimRecorded 11/12/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - B.o.B - Airplanes (feat. Hayley Williams of Paramore) [Official Video]Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 312 - Crazy for X-wingThis week, once we've tackled the recent Atomic Mass Games Worlds Open Qualifiers from Germany and PAX Unplugged and a couple of Store Champs, Rich and Liam are joined by fellow X-wing enthusiast and actual Clinical Psychologist Niels Detert to talk about Mental Health and Psychology in the game!Why don't we sleep well before a big event? Why do we stress about a game of spaceships? What could we do to improve this and some possible coping strategies. Of course if you feel you are struggling with your Mental Health please do reach out to professionals and support networks, especially at this time of year!Store Championship Miniature Market Manchesterhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1036Austin 2023 Store Championshipshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/10322023 PAX Unplugged WOQhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/921/playersPAX Unplugged Extended Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1068German World Open Qualifier 2023http://tournaments.txm-app.com/WOQ23-GER/And the winning list in case you can't find it on the event!https://yasb.app/?f=Rebel%20Alliance&d=v9ZhZ20Z42X133WW54WW77WWWW154Y63XWWW51W58WWWY555X73W475W136W477Y13XW445&sn=Unnamed%20Squadron&obs=Cast - Rich, Liam and special guest Niels DetertProducer - TimRecorded 04/12/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Cypress Hill - Insane In The Brain (Official HD Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 311 - The French RepublicTim returns from France to chat about his run at the Atomic Mass French Worlds Open Qualifier but he's also brought the Event Champion Niels Vos along to chat about the event and their Final match!Find out how they both got on, what they thought about the event and venue and most importantly - Intentional Draws! Swiss standings, lists and resultshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10759/Top Cut brackethttps://challonge.com/5dvhh8yy?fbclid=IwAR0ZI8_5z9-wiqxGzlY6XaQobzmKVqE1F81n6-Yfwk4nJ5S8bFudz_my0nUCast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Niels VossProducer - TimRecorded 27/11/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - SABATON - Midway (Official Lyric Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 310 - Polish WoQThis week we cover the results from last weekends Atomic Mass Games Worlds Open Qualifier from Poland. 57 players, won by something expected but a blast from the past finished 2nd!We then wrap up the XTC Group stage with a run down of the 10 teams that have (likely) qualified! Polish WoQhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/11193Groups for XTC 2023Group A https://longshanks.org/event/11044/Group B https://longshanks.org/event/11045/Group C https://longshanks.org/event/11046/Group D https://longshanks.org/event/11047/Group E https://longshanks.org/event/11048/Cast - Rich, Ben and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 20/11/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Rolling Stones - Mess It Up (Purple Disco Machine Remix) | Official Lyric VideoUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 309 - Ben is Back!After a number of weeks Ben has finally remembered the password for his laptop and re-joins Rich and Liam to talk X-wing! This week we cover the Atomic Mass Games Western Canada Worlds Open Qualifier, the day two 32 player Store Champ side event won by Scum, and we cover the Cornish Nationals from our friends down south! Tin Squadron!We rap up with some XTC chat and Rich falls down another rabbit hole... :D Western Canada WoQ https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/725/playersDay 2 Store Champs https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/1045/playersCornish Nationals https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/684/playersCast - Rich, Ben and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 13/11/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Take That - Back for Good (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 308 - Just the two of usA slightly shorter episode as we're down to just Rich and Liam. They do a quick re-cap of recent Atomic Mass Games Store Champs and the XTC including the Comics, Games and Coffee: Store Championships won by Pond from Firecast Focus! Comics, Games and Coffee: Store Championshipshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/938Lost Star Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/683Red Claw Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/787TTS Liga Pokal & Store Championship https://www.longshanks.org/event/9778/Cast - Rich and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 06/11/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - alt-J - Deadcrush (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 307 - Accentuate the PositiveThis week we chat about our recent trip to Sanctuary Gaming Centre for their Atomic Mass Games Store Championship! Although the results may not have been quite what we wanted we had a good day and chat about some of the more unusual lists.We round up with a few more events from across the globe and chat about week 2 at the XTC. Sanctuary Gaming Centre Store Champs18 players - win by Tom Veale with CIShttps://www.longshanks.org/event/8552/Derby Comics and Games 1st Tournamenthttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/918TGG X-Wing Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/804XTC Listshttps://docs.google.com/document/d/19EGNaOZO_0KXkKwqvzcIKo6TbNthUuxtO6ek2BpgcEICast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 30/10/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE ~ Johnny Mercer & The Pied Pipers (1945)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 306 - Negative NancyAfter we fall down a little rabbit hole we move on to better things! Organised Play! We chat about the Team event we ran last weekend at Board in Brum - Sith Taker Squadrons 2023! We then cover the World Open Qualifiers from Saint-Laurent and New Zealand before covering a few choice Store Champs! Finally we get round to chatting about the XTC group stage including some Round 1 results and how our games have gone. Sith Taker Squadrons 2023https://www.longshanks.org/event/11444/Saint-Laurent Open X-Wing World Open Qualifier https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/854Star Wars: X-Wing 2023 World Open Qualifier -- Armageddon New Zealand https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/903Groups for XTC 2023Group A https://longshanks.org/event/11044/Group B https://longshanks.org/event/11045/Group C https://longshanks.org/event/11046/Group D https://longshanks.org/event/11047/Group E https://longshanks.org/event/11048/Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 23/10/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Gnarls Barkley - Crazy (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 305 - Down Under with OnyxThis week Liam and Rich are joined by Rob Crumlish from Onyx Squadron to chat about his awesome alt-art cards, Organised play support and of course another load of Atomic Mass Games Store Championships! You can find out more about the Onyx Squadron alt-arts here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1223725924392410And events we discussed this episode:Galleon Games Store Championship19 players - one by Phil GC running scumhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/959Dark Side Open. Store Championship16 players - Floridahttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10918/EH Gaming X-Wing Store Championship16 players - won byt Tom Veale running FOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/11119/Leipzig Open SC16 players won by Jannis Fritsch running Rebelshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/9340/The Sentry Box Store Championships 2023 Part 219 players - lists hidden?https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/957/playersReturn Of The Kit: A C4 X-Wing Qualifier (aus event)16 players - won by thelogicdump with imperialshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/616Cast - Rich, Liam and special guest Rob CrumlishProducer - TimRecorded 16/10/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Onyx - SlamUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 304 - The French ResistanceThis week Rich and Liam are joined by Milan WoQ Champion Aurélien Coudray to catch up on the Italian & Nordic Atomic Mass Games World Open Qualifiers plus another load of Store Championships! To round out the show Liam and Rich quiz Aurélien, Rich's question is at least X-wing related! AMG Star Wars: X-Wing 2023 Milan World Open Qualifier Won by Aurélien Coudray with Resistance - 26 playershttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/9232/AMG Star Wars: X-Wing 2023 Nordic World Open Qualifier Stockholm, SwedenWon by Faan running FO - 53 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/667Games Bunker Store Champs Autum 2023Won by Joshua hall running Republic - 19 playershttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/11162X-wing Store Championship StrasbourgWon by Andrew Prevot with Republic - 18 playershttps://longshanks.org/event/10925/The Game Wizard and Blue Sky Hobbies X-Wing Store Champion kit - 18 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/374Curio Cavern X-Wing Store Championship #2 - 18 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/786Geek Out’s Store Championship Episode 2 2023 - 19 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/801The Haven store championship - 17 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/817The Atlanta Classic Store Championship - 21 playershttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/911Cast - Rich, Liam and special guest Aurélien Coudray Producer - TimRecorded 11/10/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - VIDEOCLUB - Amour Plastique (French/English Lyrics)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 303 - London CallingThis week the cast are joined by Robin Farndon, 2023 London World Open Qualifier Champion! We chat to Robin and Tim about their experiences at the event before moving on to briefly cover the Milan WoQ (we'll be back to cover this in more detail next week where we hope to be joined by Champ Aurélien) and Golden State Games WoQ plus a few Store Champs from across the globe!London GT Worlds Open Qualifierhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/914/playersMilan Worlds Open Qualifierhttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/9232/Kirton Games Store Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/9570/Golden State Games Worlds Open Qualifierhttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/543/playersGGTRC X-Wing Store Championship - Australia https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/797Epikos X-Wing Store Championship - Chattanooga, UShttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/737TANTIVE VII - BARCELONA 2023https://www.longshanks.org/event/9401/Cast - Rich, Tim, Liam and special guest Robin Farndon Recorded 02/10/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Clash - London Calling (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 302 - There's too many of them! There's so many events going on around the globe we're bound to miss one or two... and then the winners get in touch to let us know! This week Rich and Liam are joined by Store Champ Winners Chris Burnett and Toby Harris to catch up on a few events! And we also chat about the big bad Han! Neutral Ground X-wing Store Champshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/373 Board in Brum Store Champshttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/10965/Cracow X-wing Store Championshipshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/9176/Berlin Open 23 - Store Championshiphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10791/GT 201 MX - Mexicohttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10627/Cast - Rich, Liam and special guests Chris Burnett and Toby HarrisProducer - TimRecorded 25/09/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Kylie Minogue - Can't Get You Out Of My Head (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 301 - Wishing on a Star (Wars)After covering another chunk of events including the Madrid Worlds Open Qualifier and Brazilian Nationals, as featured as part of the X-wing Xtravaganza coverage, the cast are joined by Sam Webb to ponder about what ships Atomic Mass Games could still bring to the tabletop. Sam wrote an article about the topic and we were thinking the same...Sam's Bloghttps://samwebbreporter.com/blog/2023/9/14/clouded-the-future-is-what-x-wing-ships-could-be-incomingStore championship-TNX-Troll Trader Bromley19 players - won by Dale with Rebelshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/826Nerd Haven X-Wing store Championship16 players - won by republic https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/528Crimson Dawn Store Championship16 players - won by FOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10659/Brizilian Nationals - Campeonato Brasileiro de X-wing 202361 players - won by FOhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10244/OMG Store Championship - Finland15 players - hopefully AMG honour the invite - won by Impshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/10262/Madrid 2023 World Open Qualifier53 players - won by resistancehttps://www.longshanks.org/event/9872/Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Sam WebbProducer - TimRecorded 18/09/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Pearl Jam - Wishlist (Official Audio)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 300 - This is Sith Takers!
We made it! Episode 300! Come join us as we spend some time looking back at our favourite shows and guests, plus some stats from Tim (will Liam by the show's and his own biggest fan again?).
We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for listening, guests for taking time out of their lives to come on and talk to us, Event TO's for getting us lists, and anyone else who has helped or contributed to the show!
We also catch up on lots of events from across the globe and finally we talk about the community driven X-wing celebration weekend 'X-wing Xtravaganza'! It's going to be a great weekend for the hobby!
Nova Open
Friday heat - 34 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/777 Saturday heat -41 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/778/rounds Final Day - top 15 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/776 Rebels vs Rebels final
Cardiff Store Champs 21 players - Resistance vs Resistance final https://www.longshanks.org/event/10545/
02/09 X-WING STORE CHAMPIONSHIP @ DG 22 players - lists hidden at the mo? https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/622/players
Mox Bellevue X-Wing Store Championship 21 players won by Rebels https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/710
XI TORNEO HISPANIA 30 players but no lists https://www.longshanks.org/event/10667/
X-Wing Store Championship 2023 @ TWC 19 players won by republic https://www.longshanks.org/event/9678/
X-Wing Store Championship 2023 @ TWC 20 player spanish store champs https://www.longshanks.org/event/10638/
Don't forget to join us and a load of other hobby content creators from across the globe in a weekend celebration of X-wing! We'll be streaming some WTC chat and games from 7pm UK on Thursday 14th Sept! https://www.xwing.life/
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 11/09/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Dwayne Johnson - You're Welcome (from Moana/Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 299 - Tim King Maker
Another packed show running through some of the new releases from Atomic Mass Games with the YT-2400 and Imperial Bombers and a load of new Store Championships!
True friends help you win events! And Tim did just that last weekend for Liam! Find out more about this Tournament bromance and others on this week's Sith Takers Snap Shots podcast!
Element Games, Stockport UK - 24 players Won by Liam Baker, First Order https://www.longshanks.org/event/8638/
Singapore store champs - 11 players no lists but nice to see some familiar names https://www.longshanks.org/event/10527/
Blackfyre, Utah, US - 20 players - won by Steven with Rebels https://www.longshanks.org/event/9954/
Boutique Abyss •Quebec, Canada - 12 players - Marc Guimond - Resistance https://www.longshanks.org/event/9290/
Bockenem •Lower Saxony, Germany - 14 players - won by Emanuel Lippold with Imperials https://www.longshanks.org/event/9139/
Squiggz Memmingen - Bavaria, Germany - 11 players but no lists https://www.longshanks.org/event/10088/
Coliseum Of Comics - Orlando, Florida, Store Championships Won by reflex running republic - 16 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/637
Gamers Guild AZ Store Championship - Tempe, Arizone - US 21 players - won by modest orange running FO https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/456
The Hall of Heroes - Austrailia - 20 players won by deffly with FO https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/770
Pastimes X-wing Store Championship - US 18 players win by Sam Sosonkin with Imps https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/621
Cast - Rich, Tim and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 28/08/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Electric Callboy - Everytime We Touch (TEKKNO Version) OFFICIAL VIDEO Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 298 - Dude where's my X-wing?
We're back with another bumper episode of Atomic Mass Games Store Championship coverage with events from the UK, US and Chile! We chat a little about prep ahead of our local Store Champs at Element Games (over 20 tickets sold already!) and whether Tim will have any ships to fly!?!
We chat a little about the player draft at the Nickle City X-wing draft league. And then we also round out the show with a little game theory and how we all feel about the mid stage of games.
Dice Salon - Brighton, UK - 22 Players Won by Cormac Higgins flying Rebels https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/620
Alicatan - Santiago, Chile - 19 players Won by Martin Tapia flying Republic https://www.longshanks.org/event/9497/
Misty Mountain Games - Wisconsin, US - 18 players Won by buried deep flying Republic https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/624
Battleground Saugus - US - 15 players Won by Maui flying Resistance https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/695
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 22/08/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Lost [Official Music Video] - Linkin Park Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 297 - Battle for Malinas 23
Fresh(ish) from their weekend away attending the Battle for Malinas / European Team event at the 40K World Championships Tim and Liam talk to Rich and Ben about their time in Belgium!
We talk about the event format, standings, best lists in each faction plus more on the social side, and one of the many positives from the weekend, Team format X-wing! Plus catching up with our many European friends! And of course congratulations once again to the Tartan Tuskens for taking the top spot!
Find the Team & Individual standings, results and lists from the Battle for Malinas here: https://www.longshanks.org/event/9259/
Find out more about the 40K World Team Championship here: https://worldteamchampionship.com/
And more pictures from the event here: https://www.facebook.com/WorldTeamChamps
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 14/08/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Aqua - Barbie Girl (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 296 - He will rock you!
Note: Few audio glitches in this episode! my (Tim's) audio failed so I've tried to trim bits I was involved in or you won't hear my pearls of wisdom... and Steve struggles with technology so he may have been chewing his phone at some point. Stick with it! It's worth it! :D
This episode we cover the 4 day's of X-wing from the atomic mass games World Open Qualifier at Gen Con, a few Store Championships from the UK and USA plus special guest Steve Boulton has a couple of good questions for us!
day 1 gencon - 26 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/698/players
day 2 gencon - 31 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/699
day 3 gencon - 21 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/700
Final day Gencon - 14 players https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/697/players
Dark Sphere X-Wing Store Championship 22 players - won by Greg Squires - First Order https://www.longshanks.org/event/9980/
TAB 2.5 Extended Store Championship 16 players - won by Jeremy G - Republic https://www.longshanks.org/event/8817/
Heart of Texas X-Wing Store Championship 22 players - won by ciscoaction - First Order https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3904
Cast - Rich, Liam and special guest Steve Boulton Producer - Tim Recorded 07/08/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Queen - We Will Rock You (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 295 - Sweet 16
This week Ben and Liam are joined by new-ish player & Sith Taker, Matt Flockhart, to cover the latest batch of Atomic Mass Games X-wing Store Championships and discuss some of the finer points of needing 16 players to be able to award the Worlds Invite!
29-07-23 - Pro Tech Games Store Champs - 10 players Winner - Matt Farr - Resistance - no lists https://www.longshanks.org/event/8759/
29-07-23 - X-Wing Store Championship, Dominion Ayr, Scotland - 11 players Winner - Rory Wilson - Republic - no list https://www.longshanks.org/event/9294/
29-07-23 - Store championship LTScum, spain - 16 players Winner - Alzcurda - Reble - no list https://www.longshanks.org/event/9294/
29-07-23 - Road to Open World Qualifier milano, italy - 16 players Winner - IACO - republic https://www.longshanks.org/event/9786/
29-07-23 - Battle of Coruscant Store Champ, Ontario, Canada - 15 players Winner - Cam Murray - Imperials https://www.longshanks.org/event/9900/
29-07-23 - East Coast Games Store Championship, New Jersey, USA - 23 players Winner - Ted Traini - CIS https://www.longshanks.org/event/9220/
29-07-23 - Battlegrounds Store Championship, Virginia, USA - 16 players Winner - Duncan Howard - Republic & Resistance?? no list https://www.longshanks.org/event/8906/
30-07-23 - Highlander Games Store Championship, New Jeresy, USA - 17 players Winner - Keith Wong - Rebels https://www.longshanks.org/event/9507/
Cast - Liam, Ben and special guest Matt Flockhart Producer - Tim Recorded 31/07/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Blur - Song 2 (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 294 - The Devil is in the Detail
After a week off we have some catching up to do! After we discuss the YT-2400 news including Scum Dash (personally opinion ;) ) we cover an atomic mass of events! We also chat to new-ish player Oliver Taylor-Holmes for a different perspective on events and games!
01/07 - Poznan X-wing Store Championships - 25 players Won by Karol Pietrowicz - CIS - Jango, Zam, Durge https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/9171/
15/07 - Tin Squadron Store Championship 2023, Cornwall - 16 players Won by Stuart Confrey - FO - Vonreg, 2 SF, Malarus and Scord Bomber https://www.longshanks.org/event/8969/
15/07 - Atlas Store Champs, Gloucester - 23 players Won by Ben Saunders, Rebels - Han, Hera, Fenn and Bodica https://www.longshanks.org/event/9707/
15/07 - Dragon's Den 2023 X-Wing 2.5 Store Champ - California - 16 players Won by KC Lyon - Resistance - 5X https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/449
16/07 - Mandos Store championship, MK - 16 players Won by Ian Wardle, Rebels - Han, Lando, Chopper https://www.longshanks.org/event/8494/
16/07 - Spellbound Games Store Championship - NA Central - 16 players Won by Nick Sperry - Imperials - BOY Ties, Vader, Maarek, Tomax https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/362
22/07 - Red Seal Gaming X-Wing Store Championship, New Jersey US - 18 players Won by William Hayes - Rebels - Oli list (3 of top 4 rebels) https://www.longshanks.org/event/8767/
22/07 - Gamers Heaven PNW Store Champion - Washington, US - 20 players Won by toasterlover - Rebels - 6 ship https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/394
22/07 - Muncie, Indiana 21 players Won by Lakonian - Republic - eta, 2 arc, 2 naboo https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/519
22/07 - Happy Valley Store Championship - Pennsylvania - 16 players Won by thud - Scum ! - 2 fang, Serissu, Bossk-Z and Dace Bonearm https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/546
22/07 - Excelsior! Store Champs - 21 players Won by SteveB - FO - Mal, Mignight, Vonreg, QD and Whirlwind (50/50 top 4 rebels & FO) https://www.longshanks.org/event/9827/
22/07 - Athena Games SC, Norwich - 16 players Won by Darren Chapman - Rebels - no list :( https://www.longshanks.org/event/9858/
22/07 - Entoyment Store Championship, Poole - 18 players Won by Dom Flannigan - Resistance - Poe Falcon XXX https://www.longshanks.org/event/8581/
22/07 - Lone Star Open 2023 X-Wing World Qualifier - 44 players (6 of top 8 running rebel) Won by Paul Heaver - Republic Ani ETA, Padme, 3 arcs https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/516
Cast - Rich, Ben and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 24/07/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Charlie Daniels Band - The Devil Went Down to Georgia Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 293 - A flood of Store Champs!
We thought we had a lot of events to cover last week! This week we bring you coverage of 11 (or at least as best we can - submit your lists people!). Before we jump in to the events we cover Atomic Mass Games World's Qualifer article
https://www.atomicmassgames.com/star-wars-transmissions/amg-star-wars-world-open-qualifier-schedule-20232024-season
Our event coverage starts at Patriot Games in Sheffield and then Incom Gaming in Cheltenham before hoping across the pond to cover a load from North America with some familiar names!
Links with (some) lists & results
Sheffield X-Wing Official Store Championship https://www.longshanks.org/event/8578
Incom Gaming X-Wing Store Championship 2023 https://www.longshanks.org/event/8595
All the North American event... https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/457 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/559 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/535 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/529 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/414 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/389 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/381 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/502 https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/494
Cast - Rich, Ben and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 10/07/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Florence + The Machine - Dog Days Are Over (2010 Version) (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 292 - Thick & Fast events
Rich and Liam give us a round-up of 3 Atomic Mass Games X-wing Store Championships that happened last weekend. See the links below for lists (those that are submitted), pairings and results. After that they then discuss what the best 4 point ships are in each faction! Do you agree with them? Or did they miss something?
The Gaming Den, Basingstoke, UK https://www.longshanks.org/event/8493/
The Realm, Brea, CA USA https://www.longshanks.org/event/8747/
The Haven, Casselberry, Florida, US https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/562
Cast - Rich, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 03/07/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Matthew Wilder - Break My Stride (Audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 291 - King for a day!
We're back in the North after a great trip to Cardiff for the Welsh Open at Firestorm Games in Cardiff and we're joined by King of Swiss Tom Veale! We chat to Tim and Tom about their lists, games and how the event went in general.
X-wing Welsh Open pairings, lists & results https://www.longshanks.org/event/8192/
And if you missed the event the awesome Firecast Focus, with a little Tin Squadron support have covered the action live - chuck them your Prime sub if you can! www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and special guest Tom Veale Producer - Tim Recorded 26/06/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Pulp - Common People Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 290 - Welsh almost Open
It's almost time for lots of UK players to descend on Cardiff for the first ever Welsh Open! We're joined for a quick chat by Event Organiser Dylan Jones to chat about the event and what players can expect from the day!
X-wing Welsh Open pairings, lists & results https://www.longshanks.org/event/8192/
And if you can't make the event the awesome Firecast Focus with a little Tin Squadron support will be covering the action live - chuck them your Prime sub if you can! www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Ben and special guest Dylan Jones Producer - Tim Recorded 19/06/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - It's Not Unusual · Tom Jones Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 289 - No Time To Fly
Our second show wrapping up the Atomic Mass Games UK X-wing Worlds Open Qualifier held at UK Games Expo. This week we catch up with Liam, Tim and Rich on their experiences plus we re-visit an old friend - slow play! What are the problems and how you could deal with it if you come across it at an event.
UK Games Expo X-wing World Open Qualifier lists & results https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/316
Analysis from Pattern Analyzer https://www.pattern-analyzer.app/event/rollbetter/316
And if you haven't done yet go and check out the games covered by the awesome Firecast Focus and chuck them your Prime sub if you can! www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Tim and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 12/06/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Louis Armstrong - We Have All The Time In The World | No Time To Die OST Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 288 - Chatting with the Champ UKGE 23 Edition
In the first of two shows focusing on the Atomic Mass Games UK X-wing Worlds Open Qualifier held at UK Games Expo we're joined by the event champion - Bartosz Wójcicki!
We chat to Bartosz about his list and some of his games / strategies as well as cover briefly how we got on and what we took. All in all a very enjoyable weekend with mixed success! Congratulations again to Bartosz on the win and thanks to Kris, Sean, Craig and everyone at Organized Play event, Atomic Mass Games and UKGE for putting on the event!
UK Games Expo X-wing World Open Qualifier lists & results https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/316
Analysis from Pattern Analyzer https://www.pattern-analyzer.app/event/rollbetter/316
And if you haven't done yet go and check out the games covered by the awesome Firecast Focus and chuck them your Prime sub if you can! www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and special guest Bartosz Wójcicki Producer - Tim Recorded 05/06/2023 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tina Turner - Private Dancer (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 287 - Dom Does DevonWe're back with not one but two Atomic Mass Games X-wing Store Championships to cover before we get on to our UK Games Expo hype and prep! We're joined by special guest Dom Flannigan of the Firecast Focus (and now also the 186th?) to talk about his successful trip to Devon! What did Dom fly and what else did well at Kirton Games?Then it's back up North to cover the event at Fanboy3 in Manchester which although had a good showing from the locals was ultimately the title was taken away to Yorkshire! And finally make sure you're all ready and set for UK Games Expo, links to the Facebook event page with useful info plus the Roll Better page you need to sign up to and submit your list - make sure you read the info so Kris Mitchell doesn't need to poke you! :D If you can't make the UK Games Expo be sure to check out the live coverage at https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus and chuck them your Prime sub if you can! Kirton Games X-wing Store Champshttps://xwing.longshanks.org/event/8840Fanboy3 X-wing Store Champshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/448/?fbclid=IwAR3prs5lL_-ocqREl6vU_RlEG0TmYDtyAHpqqgyG6QF6YAhx9cuBEBYgrlQUK Games Expo X-wing World Open Qualifier infohttps://www.facebook.com/events/545322887619923and the Roll better pagehttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/316Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and special guest Dom Flannigan Producer - TimRecorded 29/05/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Käärijä - Cha Cha Cha | Finland 🇫🇮 | Official Music Video | Eurovision 2023Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 286 - Precious PointsAtomic Mass Games have got us the points update and Liam, Ben and Tim dive in and chat about the update in general and then a closer look at Rebels, Imperials and Scum & Villainy. We also cover a few events that happened over the weekend using new points that you may have missed! So those having pre-UK Games Expo list block check this show & next week's out! Chattanooga 2023 X-Wing Season Store Championshiphttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/323Board in Brum May 1 dayerhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/8821/Excelsior Games May 1 dayerhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/8836/Cast - Liam, Ben and TimProducer - TimRecorded 22/05/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Whole Again - Daði FreyrUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 285 - The Prince of Ponte This week we are joined by the first Store kit Champion - Kester Smith of Steel City X-wing! Kester & Tim went to Olympus Wargames in Pontefract last Sunday for their 18 player Store Champs. Find out how their games went and more plus we chat about list submission for the Atomic Mass Games X-wing Worlds Qualifier at UK Games Expo!Lists, results and match up from the Olympus Wargames Store Champshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/8751/Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim and special guest Kester SmithProducer - TimRecorded 16/05/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Tenacious D - Video Games (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 284 - May be points? So no points yet but we're hoping before the UK Games Expo cut off of May 19th! We discuss this hot topic and what it might mean to those heading to Birmingham in the first weekend in June.We also reveal the winner of our May the 4th giveaway, announce Sith Taker Squadrons 2023, the first round draw for the Sith Taker Online League and also chat about the news from Piffo about the 2023 online XTC! Cast - Rich, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 08/05/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Kalush Orchestra - StefaniaUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 283 - The Rule of TwoBen & Liam take the week off leaving Rich and Tim to talk about all things Organised Play! We've got news about the Atomic Mass Games World Open Qualifier prize support, Store Champ kits start to arrive in the UK and we also get to have a look at a spoiled Galactic Empire starter box set!AMG WOQ articlehttps://www.atomicmassgames.com/star-wars-transmissions/star-wars-x-wing-world-open-qualifiers?fbclid=IwAR1fNv_O93nAaMGv6Z2n8FSHT8RnH_efQg_wKNhkas6paTCHWWlqhXh1wtQ186th Tournament Trackerhttps://www.186th.org/Cast - Rich and TimProducer - TimRecorded 201/05/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Bill Withers - Just The Two Of UsUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 281 - Now there are two of them!This is getting out of hand! Twice the Timbo as our King Tim is joined by his Canadian Cousin-Timbo, Tim 'TimboSlice' Ralphs! Tim has come on to talk about a couple of resources for helping players find X-wing shops & squadrons, events and for those running the shops, squadrons and events a little help letting people know where you are! We also have a bit of a chat about Organised Play! Global Star Wars Squadron Registry https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11kKiK6-iCU-9fq9cRBciv_gpOITA08iSD-uV8uOsdy0/viewform?ts=642394cc&edit_requested=trueStar Wars Gaming Squadrons & Events maphttps://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1cGLTf-UGi8dtWKZP5NUIQ9TjlRRVW6PZ&ll=44.15362424268118%2C-77.9441001484375&z=8&fbclid=IwAR2cUwsdmAuA4eL69m7CuMu4ZKT2uOXwzseoHvEI2vL58n5TjMbXKqtdkuwCast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim and special guest Tim 'TimboSlice' RalphsProducer - TimRecorded 24/04/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Beatles - Come TogetherUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 281 - Battle of BrumThis week we're back to talk with Markus Wilson about his successes at the Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Championships and more recently last weekend's 1 day event at Board in Brum where he pipped Tim to the top spot by .19 SOS and Tim's not bitter at all! ;)We find out from Markus about how he found Adepticon and then chat to both plus TO Liam about how the event went!Sign up to the next Sith Taker Online League here:https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/8151Starts May 4th, Free to enter, one game a week, X number of rounds, possible prizes for those top of bracket! Join our Discord for more information:https://discord.gg/AzcHVJyH Worlds 2023 - lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/258Board in Brum April - lists and resultshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/8256/UK Games Expo X-wing tickets (you'll need a Expo ticket as well)https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/events/1189-star-wars-x-wing-regional-championship/Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim and special guest Markus WilsonProducer - TimRecorded 17/04/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Underdog Running W/ My Head Off · Blayne B.Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 280 - Worlds 23 wrap-upWe're back with Tim & Liam's experience at the 2023 Atomic Mass Games X-wing World Champs! It's just about the main event - food, travel, side events, Adepticon and much more!Sign up to the next Sith Taker Online League here:https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/8151Starts May 4th, Free to enter, one game a week, X number of rounds, possible prizes for those top of braket! Join our Discord for more information:https://discord.gg/AzcHVJyH Worlds 2023 - lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/258Stats and analysishttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/https://www.pinksquadron.dk/pbm/?sid=251319&q=seasonoverview&p1=3620Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim and our new X-wing World Champion - Niklas GodProducer - TimRecorded 10/04/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Megadeth - Duke Nukem Theme (HD)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 279 - World Champs 23 chat with the Champ!And we're back! Tim & Liam have survived America and the Atomic Mass Games 2023 X-wing World Championships at Adepticon - and they've brought back a guest! Our new World Champion - Niklas God!It's a bumper episode! Before we chat to Niklas about the event we chat about the soon to be returning Sith Taker Online League, the Sith Taker Open 2024, Organised play news, New releases plus we quickly check in with Tim and Liam and their World experience which we'll cover in more detail next week!Sign up to the next Sith Taker Online League here:https://xwing.longshanks.org/event/8151Starts May 4th, Free to enter, one game a week, X number of rounds, possible prizes for those top of braket! Join our Discord for more information:https://discord.gg/AzcHVJyH Worlds 2023 - lists & resultshttps://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/258Stats and analysishttps://www.pattern-analyzer.app/https://www.pinksquadron.dk/pbm/?sid=251319&q=seasonoverview&p1=3620Cast - Rich, Liam, Ben, Tim and our new X-wing World Champion - Niklas GodProducer - TimRecorded 03/04/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Faithless - God Is a DJ (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 278 - Worlds 23 Warm-upRich, Liam and Tim are joined by the long lost Darren Grainger who is also heading over to Worlds! We asked Darren on to chat about useful info players travelling to the US might need to sort. We chat about lists and final prep. And round out the show with some chat about upcoming local events.Just a note the Podcast will be on a break for 2 weeks whilst Tim is away but you can catch updates, pics and videos from Worlds on our Facebook page! 2023 X-Wing World Championship Rules Addendumhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1jNNV00QS_Te4hCL3_fFggYxGh1Fa-IG_/view?fbclid=IwAR01UUjpxXS5gD-fDnbZ2wN6gP5oPmwu-MkVfrDwVd-tbIKF3kny4r3wKlgCast - Rich, Liam, Tim and DarrenProducer - TimRecorded 13/03/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Rammstein - Amerika (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 277 - Competitive IntentionThe cast gets together to chat about the Rules Addendum that has been released before the World Champs. It only applies for the World Champs but does answer some interesting rules interactions. And we have the return of Intentional Draws...We also chat about last weekends 1 dayer from Atlas Games won by Nic Harris from the Firecast Focus, apparently he had a bye-like first round! ;)2023 X-Wing World Championship Rules Addendumhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1jNNV00QS_Te4hCL3_fFggYxGh1Fa-IG_/view?fbclid=IwAR01UUjpxXS5gD-fDnbZ2wN6gP5oPmwu-MkVfrDwVd-tbIKF3kny4r3wKlgFind the results and lists from Atlas Games here:https://www.longshanks.org/event/7664/Cast - Rich, Liam, Tim and BenProducer - TimRecorded 06/03/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Judas Priest - Painkiller (Official Lyric Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 276 - 2023 Open OverAfter another successful Sith Taker Open the cast are joined by Finalist and former Open Champion Tom Reed to chat about the weekend! We talk about our games, what did well, explore some stats from Pattern Analyzer and if any lists caught our eye! A huge thanks again to the 105 players who made the event - we had an absolute blast!You can find all the results and lists on Longshankshttps://www.longshanks.org/event/7240/Stats and stuff from Pattern Analyzer!https://pattern-analyzer-xwing.vercel.app/event/longshanks/7240You can watch the games back on Firecast Focus!www.twitch.tv/firecastfocusCast - Rich, Liam, Tim and Tom ReedProducer - TimRecorded 27/02/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Play Hard (feat. Ne-Yo & Akon) (New Edit) - David GuettaUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 275 - Open Bounty HuntersIn this episode we're getting ready for the 108 player Sith Taker Open 2023! Rich takes us through the Bounties on offer to the players, final bits of event prep and Liam asked us a quick question about 4 point ships! Be sure to catch the live action from the weekend at Firecast Focus!https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocusCast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 20/02/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Dog the Bounty Hunter theme songUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 274 - Beachhead Dom-inationThis week the cast is joined by special guest Dom Flannigan of the Firecast Focus (you still owe us a song guys!) who went 5-0 last weekend at Beachhead 2023. We chat to Dom about his list and games.We also chat about the Store Champ kit leak we've seen this week and what we think about the prize pool as well as some general chat about STO and Worlds build up. Find Beachhead 2023 results and lists here: https://www.longshanks.org/event/6824/Find Stream games from Out of Arc Gaming here:https://www.youtube.com/@OutofArcGamingThe Pattern Analyzer pagehttps://pattern-analyzer-xwing.vercel.app/Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and special guest Dom FlanniganProducer - TimRecorded 13/02/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Beach Boys - Surfin' U.S.A. (Remastered)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 273 - Time to start thinking! With a matter of weeks to go till the 100+ player Sith Taker Open and World's around the corner the cast start to think about Big Event prep! What do you need to do to be successful or at the very least give yourself the best shot at doing well!Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and TimProducer - TimRecorded 06/02/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The Blues Brothers | Aretha Franklin Sings "Think" in 4K HDRUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 272 - LVO 23This week the cast are joined by fellow Sith Taker Adam Freeman to talk about last weekend's event run by Steve Boulton at Atlas Gaming which Adam and Liam attended.We also chat about the first Premier event of the year - the Las Vegas Open! Liam asks us about Slow and a little update on the Sith Taker Open!Atlas Gaming eventhttps://www.longshanks.org/event/7009LVO Top 16https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/125/playersCast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Adam FreemanProducer - TimRecorded 30/01/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Viva Las Vegas (2019 Remaster) - ZZ TopUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 271 - Return of the PiffoThis week the cast are joined (for his yearly visit) by Filippo 'Piffo' Bosi to talk about an upcoming in-person European based X-wing Team event! It was take place at the well established 40k World Team Champs which will take place in Belgium in 2023 in August and Piffo has some details on how you could take part! We round out the show chatting about Tim's one dayer he ran at Element Games 'The Wampa Warm-up', The Kyber Team Champs and GSP Sector series. The World Team Champs Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/WorldTeamChamps/Kyber Team Champs https://www.longshanks.org/event/5535/GSP Sector Serieshttps://www.goldsquadronpodcast.com/sectorseriesThe Wampa Warm-uphttps://www.longshanks.org/event/6955/Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and Liam with special guest Filippo BosiProducer - TimRecorded 23/01/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Super Mario Bros. SoundtrackUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 270 - Wales is Open! This week the cast are joined by X-wing Blogger, Wales XTC Captain and Welsh Open TO Dylan Jones to talk about his upcoming event in Cardiff! We also chat about the latest event from Richard Greenaway, how the KTC is going and Liam asks another question! Tickets from the Welsh Open can be found here:https://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields/star-wars-x-wing-welsh-open-2023-cardiffDylan's Bloghttps://exilesquadron.com/Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and Liam with special guest Dylan JonesProducer - TimRecorded 17/01/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - The pure emotion of the Welsh national anthem | Guinness Six Nations 2020Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 269 - Back for 2023And we're back for 2023! Rich is back at the helm with Ben, Liam and Tim chatting about the usual mix of events & x-wing. Now at our new release time of 06:30am UK on a Thursday! We chat about the Hexiled Gaming Kyber Team Champs that kicked off this week which Rich, Liam and Tim are playing in. We also chat about a local one dayer from Olympus Wargaming Cafe. And at some point Rich falls down a rabbit hole about his thoughts on the new clones from Siege of Coruscant!Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 10/01/2023 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - AC/DC - Back In Black (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 268 - Wham! Bham! Thankyou Liam! Liam hosts our end of year show! Nothing could possibly go wrong! We chat about our highlights from 2022 and some other more general Q&A from the cast.Thanks to all our guests and listeners from 2022! It's been another interesting year in X-wing but we're still here! Special shout out to Matt Coggins who's our top listener and the residents of the Danish city of Hvidovre who are our top City for 2022! Hope you all have a great time over the festive period where ever you may be, stay safe and enjoy your time and we'll see you all for more X-wing, events and random podcast chatter in 2023! Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 22/12/2022 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - Star Wars: Return of the Jedi - It's a Trap !!!Bonus outro - Wham! - Last ChristmasUsed without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 267 - Plug in for PAXThis week the cast get together to discuss last weekends 60 player X-wing event from PAX Unplugged! It's a battle of the Phil's in the Final with Imperials vs Resistance! You can find all the lists and results here:PAX Unplugged X-wing Champshttps://www.longshanks.org/events/detail/?event=6367https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3396Cast - Rich, Ben and LiamProducer - TimRecorded 05/12/2022 via DiscordIntro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the SithOutro - UB40 - Red Red Wine (Official Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 266 - Whine about Wine
This week the cast are joined by special guest Aurelien Coudray of Team France to talk about last weekend's French Worlds Qualifier which was won by friend of the podcast - Corentin Roux!
What lists were flown, how the games went and that watering down a French person's wine might be considered a hate crime!
We round out the show with Hot Shots impressions and what people have been trying to fly!
French World's standings:
1st (Corentin Roux) : Grievous Cad 2 Hyena 2 Vulture 2nd (Aurelien COUDRAY) : me with Whylo 2 Whisper 2 tie Top 4 (Arnaud Cottler) : Goran 2 Reaper 2 Strikee Top 4 (Florent Barbare) : Nien/Ello/Kaz/Jarek/Finn Top 8 (Nicolas Durand) : 2 Reaper 5 TIE Top 8 (Noel Gougnaud) : VaderX1 Rexler 2 Tie Top 8 (Jeremy Chaumont) : q9 Manaroo 2m3a Gamut Top 8 (Cyril Michel) : 2 Déci Reaper Tie (the last guy from Orleans)
Cast - Rich, Ben and Liam with special guest Aurelien Coudray Producer - Tim Recorded 28/11/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - UB40 - Red Red Wine (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 265 - Marvel SNAP Shots
You nearly ended up with an episode dedicated to the casts grinding of Marvel Snap... thankfully Tim was able to use the force and steer the boys back on target!
We chat about the droids spoiled from Siege for Coruscant, some more Hot Shots & Aces pondering and list discussion!
Cast - Rich, Ben and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 22/11/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Kasabian - Fire (Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 264 - Squadrons & Spoilers
The week the cast are joined by Oli Pocknell who along with Liam made up 2/3 of the winning team from our team event Sith Taker Squadrons! We chat a bit about the event and team x-wing in general before moving on to a load of spoilers from Hot Shots & Aces 2 that got spoiled over the weekend!
You can find results on our Facebook page, for lists and team event rules check out: https://onedrive.live.com/?authkey=%21AO1GIbJzRJGxos4&cid=9CCF3163751730D6&id=9CCF3163751730D6%211098&parId=root&o=OneUp
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Oli Pocknell Producer - Tim Recorded 14/11/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The A-Team Title Theme (Long Version) · Daniel Caine Orchestra Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 263 - What did we miss?
After a couple of weeks off the Sith Takers are back with a bumper episode! We catch up with tournament action from Exegol and the Nordic Worlds Qualifier. Briefly chat about points before a more in depth look at the spoilers from AMG!
You can find the standings, lists and results from the Nordic Worlds Qualifier here: https://www.longshanks.org/events/detail/?event=5943
You can find standings, lists and results from Hexiled Gaming Alt-Star Series 2 here: https://www.longshanks.org/events/detail/?event=5484#zoom_games
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 08/11/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Seal - Fly Like An Eagle (Space Jam Soundtrack) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 262 - It's only wafer thin!
This week the cast are joined by special guest Louis Leong to talk about his awesome wafer thin objective markers, his collaboration with Cog'o'Two to bring us Battle of Yavin themed acrylic dial covers, and his work with the Isoplane Initiative!
We round out the show discussing last weekends Worlds Open qualifier from Quebec, Canada - the St Lawrence Open!
Find objective tokens and Battle of Yavin themed acrylic dial covers here: https://www.pewtinni.com/pewtinni-parts
Find more information on the Isoplane Initative here: https://www.pewtinni.com/isoplane-initiative
ST LAWRENCE OPEN worlds qualifier https://tabletop.to/lawrence-open-2022/ladder
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Louis Leong Producer - Tim Recorded 17/10/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Ali G Indahouse - Wicked Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 261 - LGT 2022 1st second
The second of two shows covering the London Worlds Open Qualifier - last week was 2nd placed Dimitris this week we have the Champ, Tim Gronneberg, to talk to us about his list, games, how he plays X-wing and other general chit chat!
London GT https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3317
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim with special guest Tim Gronneberg Producer - Tim Recorded 10/10/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Reflex - Duran Duran Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 260 - LGT 2022 2nd first
The first of two shows covering the London Worlds Open Qualifier - this week the cast is joined by Dimitris 'Old Jester' Stavropoulos of TNX Squadron who may have finished 2nd but gets to talk to us first!
We chat to Dimitris about his list and his games including the final vs the eventual Champion Tim Gronneberg (who will be on next week).
We also chat about the recent GSP Galaxies qualifier, Mustafar, and to Tim about his Worlds Warm-up event from last weekend!
London GT https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3317
Mustafar GSP Galaxies https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3312
Spudgun's Worlds Warm-up https://listfortress.com/tournaments/3314
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim with special guest Dimitris Stavropoulos Producer - Tim Recorded 03/10/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Frank Sinatra - My Way (2008 Remastered) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 259 - Hot Shots Part Deux
Rich is joined by Ben and Tim to chat about the Spoilers for Hotshots & Aces 2! We discuss the recently spoiled cards and chat about new and old pilots arriving in 2.5 real soon!
Cast - Rich, Ben and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 26/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tina Turner & Rod Stewart - It Takes Two (Official Music Video) I HD REMASTERED Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 259 - Hot Shots Part Deux
Rich is joined by Ben and Tim to chat about the Spoilers for Hotshots & Aces 2! We discuss the recently spoiled cards and chat about new and old pilots arriving in 2.5 real soon!
Cast - Rich, Ben and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 26/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tina Turner & Rod Stewart - It Takes Two (Official Music Video) I HD REMASTERED Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 258 - But is there time for a cup of Tea?
Ben is joined by Rich, Liam and Tim to chat about the latest GSP Galaxies qualifier, Korriban, what did well and what lists made it to the top. Liam and Tim then chat about their lists and games at a recent Charity event at Board in Brum and we round out the show with some general chat on Organised Play!
Korriban GSP Galaxies https://tabletop.to/korriban-galaxies-2022-qualifier
Ash's Charity Event https://tabletop.to/army-cadets-charity-event
Nordic X-wing worlds qualifier https://www.facebook.com/events/768488684304056/
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 19/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - David Guetta & Bebe Rexha - I'm Good (Blue) [Official Music Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 258 - But is there time for a cup of Tea?
Ben is joined by Rich, Liam and Tim to chat about the latest GSP Galaxies qualifier, Korriban, what did well and what lists made it to the top. Liam and Tim then chat about their lists and games at a recent Charity event at Board in Brum and we round out the show with some general chat on Organised Play!
Korriban GSP Galaxies https://tabletop.to/korriban-galaxies-2022-qualifier
Ash's Charity Event https://tabletop.to/army-cadets-charity-event
Nordic X-wing worlds qualifier https://www.facebook.com/events/768488684304056/
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 19/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - David Guetta & Bebe Rexha - I'm Good (Blue) [Official Music Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 257 - Catching Up
Following the summer we have a bit of a catch up show covering a few announcements we may have missed and also what lists the cast are flying!
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 12/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Sophie Ellis-Bextor x @Wuh Oh - Hypnotized (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 257 - Catching Up
Following the summer we have a bit of a catch up show covering a few announcements we may have missed and also what lists the cast are flying!
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 12/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Sophie Ellis-Bextor x @Wuh Oh - Hypnotized (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 256 - It's Chrispy On Top
Three World's Qualifiers for the price of one show!
Rich and Ben are joined by Chris 'Chrispy' Patrick to talk about his victory at the Nova Open last weekend. Chrispy took his First Order all the way at the Worlds Open Qualifier and talks to us about some of his games and his list in general.
We round out the show with chat on the Dutch Open won by Faan Langelaan running Republic and the Italian Open won by Daniel Alzueta Curto running Rebels!
Nova Open info https://tabletop.to/nova-open-2022-xwing-finals/lists
Dutch Open info https://tabletop.to/dutch-open-2022/lists
Italian Open info https://tabletop.to/sfi-xwing-world-open-qualifier-2022-day-1a/lists https://tabletop.to/sfi-xwing-world-open-qualifier-2022-day-1b/lists https://challonge.com/poi17shn
Cast - Rich, Ben and Chris Patrick Producer - Tim Recorded 05/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tinchy Stryder - Number 1 ft. N-Dubz (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 256 - It's Chrispy On Top
Three World's Qualifiers for the price of one show!
Rich and Ben are joined by Chris 'Chrispy' Patrick to talk about his victory at the Nova Open last weekend. Chrispy took his First Order all the way at the Worlds Open Qualifier and talks to us about some of his games and his list in general.
We round out the show with chat on the Dutch Open won by Faan Langelaan running Republic and the Italian Open won by Daniel Alzueta Curto running Rebels!
Nova Open info https://tabletop.to/nova-open-2022-xwing-finals/lists
Dutch Open info https://tabletop.to/dutch-open-2022/lists
Italian Open info https://tabletop.to/sfi-xwing-world-open-qualifier-2022-day-1a/lists https://tabletop.to/sfi-xwing-world-open-qualifier-2022-day-1b/lists https://challonge.com/poi17shn
Cast - Rich, Ben and Chris Patrick Producer - Tim Recorded 05/09/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tinchy Stryder - Number 1 ft. N-Dubz (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 255 - Canada Crush the XTC
Tim and Liam are joined by a member of the XTC 2022 Championship winning Team Canada - Brendon Osmann-Deyman - and Captain of the Runners-up - Oliver Pocknell - of Team England to chat about last weekends X-wing Team Championship Finals!
We chat to both about Team selection, what happened in the Group stages and how did each prepare for the finals. We then touch on some interesting results and how the Finals played out to see Canada grab the top spot! Plus Brendon's take on Resistance!
Finally congratulations to Canada again!
XTC Round Results https://tournamentscheduler.net/schedule/MTMxNDQzMzg3NTY
XTC Final standings https://tournamentscheduler.net/schedule/MTMxNDQzMzg3NTY/results
XTC lists https://onedrive.live.com/view.aspx?resid=9CCF3163751730D6!1095&ithint=file%2cxlsx&authkey=!AKHn8iz5Lf8zy3Y
Cast - Tim, Liam and special guests Brendon Osmann-Deyman and Oliver Pocknell Producer - Tim Recorded 30/08/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Seven A Side - Tanglefoot Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 254 - Send Liam Away
Tim takes the reins as Ben and Rich are away and is joined by Liam and Special Guest Conor Holmes. We start by talking about a couple of community efforts to help support players in making the trip to Worlds. Firstly Isophane's Isoplane Initiative and then Conor's Send Liam to Worlds Raffle.
The second part of the show we chat about the lists in the XTC Finals. What factions are heavily featured and which are on taken by a few teams. We discuss the common themes and maybe the occasional oddity!
Good luck to everyone flying in the XTC Finals and the GSP Galaxies event!
Isoplane Initiative https://www.hexiledgaming.com/isoplaneinitiative
Send Liam to Worlds Raffle https://www.facebook.com/sithtakers/posts/pfbid025Fhyajcs85RMhHEzqbF8SFNFgXrdNd4KAnYoLHLGvbFUkUysEToZT5Zbwc3VXh1pl
XTC Finals info: http://thextc.space/
XTC lists https://1drv.ms/x/s!AtYwF3VjMc-ciEeh5_Is-S3_M8t2?e=R3NOSL
Cast - Tim, Liam and special guest Conor Holmes Producer - Tim Recorded 23/08/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - M.I.A. - Paper Planes Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 253 - GenCon list chat
Ben is joined by Tim and Liam to chat about some of the lists that took part in GenCon 2022. Some of the top lists that made cut but also some that just caught our eye! We round out the show with some chat about events we're going to at Board in Brum over the next few months!
Ash's Charity event - 18 September https://www.facebook.com/events/532854024993772/
World's Warm-up - 01 October https://www.facebook.com/events/708041016938667/
Sith Taker Squadrons - 12 November https://www.facebook.com/events/356617819824800/
Cast - Liam, Ben and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 15/08/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Hot Chip - Dancing in the Dark (Live at Glastonbury 2015) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 252 - Hanover Holiday
Rich chats to Tim and Ben plus special guests Dave Cromwell and Cormac Higgins following their trip to Germany to play in the Hanover X-wing Worlds Open Qualifier. We find out how everyone got on and how the event went.
We then cover GenCon, catch up on the XTC and round out with a little general event chat.
You can find lists and results for Heat 1 here: https://tabletop.to/amg-star-wars-2022-world-open-qualifier-star-wars-xwing-heat-1
Your can find lists and results for Heat 2 here: https://tabletop.to/amg-star-wars-2022-world-open-qualifier-star-wars-xwing-heat-2
Top 16 bracket here: https://challonge.com/wkhczt2v?fbclid=IwAR2n1iVCGBToB_43XKX4AL2sCLAKqW6dyGE0h133Jx-FlBHUfu0__RaTMZk
You can find the all info for the XTC including lists and streaming schedule here: thextc.space/
Cast - Rich, Ben and Tim with special guests Dave Cromwell and Cormac Higgins Producer - Tim Recorded 08/08/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Rammstein - Deutschland (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 251 - A lot of nothing
In today's episode we reveal details about the 2023 Sith Taker Open, chat about Tabletop.to closing down, GSP Malachor and catch up Tim and Rich on the goings on at the XTC!
You can find the all info for the XTC including lists and streaming schedule here: http://thextc.space/
Cast - Rich, Ben and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 25/07/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Notorious B.I.G. - Notorious B.I.G. (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 250 - Hot News
Who's idea was it to record a podcast in the middle of a heat wave! Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim get together for Episode 250 of the Snap Shots podcast!
We mainly chat about the news from AMG from ministravaganza but round out the show with some XTC chat!
You can find the all info for the XTC including lists and streaming schedule here: http://thextc.space/
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 18/07/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Jermaine Stewart - We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 249 - Resistance chonk
What's beefier than Resistance Beef? We chat to Rich about his recent win at Board in Brum with Poe and Y-wings before catching up on some of the action from the first two rounds of the XTC!
You can find the all info for the XTC including lists and streaming schedule here: http://thextc.space/
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 11/07/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Wet Leg - Chaise Longue (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 248 - Kyber Party
It's a bumper competitive X-wing episode with the culmination of Season 6 of the Kyber Cup, the Element Games Legends event and the start of the 2022 X-wing Team Champs.
Ben chats to Rich about his Top 4 Kyber finish and about the winners list - Chrispy's First Order! We chat to Tim about his win with Republic at the local one dayer and then Tim and Rich fill us in on the action from week 1 at the XTC!
You can find the TTT page for Kyber Season 6 results and lists here: https://tabletop.to/kyber-cup-season-6-tournament
You can find the TTT page for Element Games Legends results and lists here: https://tabletop.to/element-legends-xwing-june2022
You can find the all info for the XTC including lists and streaming schedule here: http://thextc.space/
Cast - Rich, Ben, and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 04/07/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - C.O.O.L Party · Confidence Man Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 247 - Plummer posts
A mixed show where we start off with Rich taking us through recent rulings from the AMG forums, a touch on last weekend's Sallust Galaxies event from GSP and then round out with some early info on the XTC!
You can find the TTT page for results and lists here: https://tabletop.to/sullust-galaxies-2022-qualifier
Cast - Rich, Ben, and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 20/06/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Las Ketchup - The Ketchup Song (Asereje) (Spanglish Version) (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 246 - Evil Empire
This week Rich, Ben and Liam are joined by Tom Reed - a formerly vocal anti-2.5 player - who decided to give it a go at the UK Games Expo and has had a change of heart! Find our how Tom got on, what he thinks about the game and why he's changed his stance on the new version of the game.
The second half of the show we catch up with Liam after he's had some time to consider the UK Games Expo. Liam, despite the great start, just missed out on cut, but has learnt from the experience!
You can find the TTT page for results and lists here: https://tabletop.to/star-wars-xwing-2022-world-open-qualifier-at-uk-games-expo
And you can catch all the streamed games at Firecast Focus here: www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Tom Reed Producer - Tim Recorded 13/06/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Rage Against The Machine - Killing In the Name (Official HD Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 245 - Do you hear that buzz?
It's the post-UK Games Expo show and we're joined by the UK Worlds Open Champion Martyn Chivers of the 186th Squadron! We chat to Martyn about his list and games, what the run to 5-1 in Swiss was like!
We also catch up with Ben and Tim on how they did and what the buzz around Expo was like!
You can find the TTT page to sign up to and register here: https://tabletop.to/star-wars-xwing-2022-world-open-qualifier-at-uk-games-expo
And you can catch the all the stream games at Firecast Focus here: www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Martyn Chivers Producer - Tim Recorded 06/06/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Iron Maiden - Aces High (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 244 - UK Games EXPO 2022 Let's go!
With only a few days to go till the UK Worlds Open Qualifier at UK Games Expo 2022 we're joined by Head Judge Kris Mitchell to talk about the event. We find out from Kris what we need to do before the event (register on Tabletop.to, print our lists, pack our ships) but also a little more about how the day will run, how to call a Judge and a bit more about the Expo for those who've not been before!
You can find the TTT page to sign up to and register here: https://tabletop.to/star-wars-xwing-2022-world-open-qualifier-at-uk-games-expo
And you can catch the Live stream at Firecast Focus here: https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
We also catch up on some of the news coming out of Star Wars Celebrations and a quick report from Liam from last weekends event at Firestorm Games Newport run by Exiles Squadron.
Cast - Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Kris Mitchell Producer - Tim Recorded 30/05/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Charli XCX - Break The Rules [Official Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 243 - All change here!
We kick off the episode with a chat with Tim about his trip down South to Excelsior Comics in Bristol for their latest one day event before moving on to the hot news!
New points, new rules and new scenarios! What has changed and what does the cast think has improved (or not). How do we think the changes will affect the upcoming World Open Qualifier at UK Games Expo.
You can find all the new documents on AMG's website https://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-documents
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 23/05/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Take That - Everything Changes (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 242 - We don't talk about L'ulo
It's a show of two halves, two 1 day events happening in the UK and we do get around to talking about L'ulo!
First up Ben speaks to Liam and Jordan Bishop about the Board in Brum event and then Rich comes on with Matt Coggins to talk about the Kirton Games event. What lists were seen, what did well and how the events ran! We round out the show with some more AMG spoiler chat and Tim tells us how you can get your hands on the new Sith Taker Snap Shots alt art Obi-Wan's (Tatooine themed to celebrate the new series starting next week!) which the guys will have at the UK Games Expo!
Find lists, results and standings from the Board in Brum May event here: https://tabletop.to/board-in-brum-xwing-may-2022
Find lists, results and standings from the Kirton Games Store Champs here: https://tabletop.to/kirton-games-xwing-store-championship-2022
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guests Jordan Bishop & Matt Coggins Producer - Tim Recorded 16/05/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - We Don't Talk About Bruno (From "Encanto") Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 241 - Hanging with Hexiled
This week the cast are joined by special guest Scott from Hexiled Gaming! We've wanted to have Scott on the show for a long time having played in his events and on his stream during lock down and of course watching is daily live streamed games on Twitch!
We chat to Scott about how he got in to streaming, how Season 6 of the Kyber Cup is going and we round out the show with some chat about the new Galactic Republic Z-95's spoiled by AMG!
You can find Hexiled Gaming on Twitch 1600-2100 UTC most days here: https://www.twitch.tv/hexiledgaming
Find lists, results and standings from Season 6 of the Kyber Cup here: https://tabletop.to/kyber-cup-season-6-tournament
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Scott from Hexiled Gaming Producer - Tim Recorded 09/05/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - BIG SHAQ - MANS NOT HOT (MUSIC VIDEO) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 240 - May in Rouge
Happy May the 4th everyone!
Bumper 1 hour for you today! Tim talks about his trip to Harlequins Preston for their first 2.5 event, we then cover the top lists at last weekend's Australian Grand Champs, followed by some Kyber Cup chat and then round out the show talking about the teasers from AMG for the Rogue-class Starfighter Expansion!
Find lists, results and standings from the Australian Grand champs here: https://tabletop.to/grand-champion-at-comic-plus
You can find the Sith Taker League 2.5 here: tabletop.to/sith-takers-leauge-25-tye-sorting-age
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 02/05/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya, Pink - Lady Marmalade (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 239 - Bastion Gaming
This week the cast chat briefly about last Saturday's event at Bastion Gaming! We then move on to the upcoming Z-95 Release and expected/rumoured points update.
Find lists, results and standings from the event here: https://tabletop.to/bastions-first-x-wing-event
You can find the Sith Taker League 2.5 here: tabletop.to/sith-takers-leauge-25-tye-sorting-age
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 25/04/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - David Bowie - Starman (2012 Remaster) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 238 - April in Brum
This week the cast chat about last Saturday's event at Board in Brum! We cover our lists and some games, we chat about the top lists plus Rich has some thoughts from the data (round played, average number of lists etc...)
Find lists, results and standings from the event here: https://tabletop.to/board-in-brum-xwing-april-2022
You can find the Sith Taker League 2.5 here: tabletop.to/sith-takers-leauge-25-tye-sorting-age
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 11/04/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Beck - Loser (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 237 - Adepticon 2022 Part 2
This week Ben and Rich are joined by Cormac Higgins, Top 16 player from the X-Wing 2022 World Open Qualifier hosted by Gold Squadron held at Adepticon, Chicago!
We talk to Cormac this time about his list, his games, the whole experience and lessons learnt about 2.5. We also chat about time keeping, why are Rebels and Republic appearing stronger/more popular and also touch on the Australian Grand Champs!
Find lists, results and standings from the Worlds Qualifier here: https://tabletop.to/Star-Wars-X-Wing-2022-World-Open-Qualifier-at-Adepticon
You can find the Sith Taker League 2.5 here: https://tabletop.to/sith-takers-leauge-25-tye-sorting-age
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Cormac Higgins (and brief cameo from Dale Cromwell again!) Producer - Tim Recorded 04/04/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - D:Ream - Things Can Only Get Better (1993) (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 236 - Adepticon 2022 Part 1
This week Ben, Rich and Liam are joined by Dale Cromwell, fresh off the plane back from Chicago and the first X-Wing 2022 World Open Qualifier hosted by Gold Squadron held at Adepticon!
We talk to Dale about his list, his games, the whole experience and lessons learnt about 2.5. We also chat over some of the top lists and our thoughts on the Final.
Come back next week to hear Part 2 when we're joined by Top 16 finisher Cormac Higgins!
Find lists, results and standings from the Worlds Qualifier here: https://tabletop.to/Star-Wars-X-Wing-2022-World-Open-Qualifier-at-Adepticon
You can find the Sith Taker League 2.5 here: https://tabletop.to/sith-takers-leauge-25-tye-sorting-age
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Dale Cromwell Producer - Tim Recorded 28/03/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Numb [Official Music Video] - Linkin Park Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 235 - Excelsior!
This week Rich, Ben and Liam are joined by Richard Greenaway to talk about his experiences running one of the first 2.5 Tournaments in the UK, at his local store - Excelsior! Comics in Bristol.
Richard shares some useful tips and observations that may help you and your local group running events with the new rules, plus we chat about what sort of lists he saw and what did well! We also chat about Richard's experiences bringing his son's into organised play events!
You can find all the updated Rules, points and scenarios on AMG's website www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-documents
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and special guest Richard Greenaway Producer - Tim Recorded 21/03/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tiger Drive - Here We Come (Audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 234 - 21 days later
So with the updated Rules, List Building and Scenarios released by AMG around 3 weeks ago how have the cast found it all now they've been able to get a fair few games under their belts!
We chat about what we've been flying and how we've found list building, and some lessons learned from the scenarios.
You can find all the updated Rules, points and scenarios on AMG's website www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-documents
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 14/03/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Evanescence - Bring Me To Life (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 233 - X-wing Satellite Defense
Scramble your Satellites and grab your cache's - Rich, Ben, and Tim return for the second show this week! With a little over half a dozen games under their belts each, both in person and online, we talk more about Scenario play, list building and are we actually enjoying the new game?
We talk through the basics from set up/turn 0, actions and scoring and a little from our experience on how we'd maybe play the games again, change lists or what to prioritise!
We also talk about the Adepticon World's qualifier and how AMG OP may be shaping up and how some of these changes may affect competitive play and players.
Have you played the scenarios? What were your favourites or did you not like one (or more) in particular? And if so why?
You can find all the updated Rules, points and scenarios on AMG's website https://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-documents
Cast - Rich, Ben and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 03/03/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Eagle-Eye Cherry - Are You Still Having Fun? (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 232 - The Future Is Now
Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim get together to discuss the release of 2.5 Rules by AMG! It's a fairly big topic so we're going to have two shows go out this week.
Today we're talking about rules changes, list building and a brief touch on scenarios as we're all going to be heading down to Element Games for Games night and thrashing out the different scenarios with a selection of different lists.
We can then report back for the second show about what we actual found after playing some more games! What we liked, what we didn't and what we found that may change how we build lists or play the game!
You can find all the updated Rules, points and scenarios on AMG's website https://www.atomicmassgames.com/xwing-documents
Cast - Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 28/02/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Triple H - The Game (Entrance Theme) feat. Motörhead Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 231 - Upton Funk
This week Ben and Liam are joined by Sith Taker Open side event topper Michael Upton to talk about New spoilers from the Razorcrest release, the ROAD side event at STO and a new project he's part of, Vector Squadron Creative, who are bringing alt arts to a table near you soon!
You can find more about Vector Squadron Creative on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VectorSquadronCreative
Cast - Ben, Liam and Michael Upton Producer - Tim Recorded 21/02/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 230 - Sith Taker Open 2022
It's a busy session all about the 2022 Sith Taker Open! Rich, Ben, Liam and Tim are joined by the Event Champion Matija Mandurov!!
We chat to Matija, Ben and Liam about their games, for Matija and Liam it was their run into Top cut but for Ben we talk about the day 2 ROAD side event. 116 players started Swiss for the main event and the side event had around 80 players!
Rich and Tim chat about the event admin and organisation and of course all the many thankyou's we have to those who supported the event, worked at the event and of course all the players for being awesome!
You can find both event on Tabletop TO
Main Event (6 rounds of Swiss & Top 32) https://tabletop.to/sith-taker-open-2022
Day 2 side event https://tabletop.to/sto-2022-road-day-2-side-event
Cast - Ben, Rich, Liam, Tim and Matija Mandurov Producer - Tim Recorded 07/02/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - John Williams - March of the Resistance (Audio Only) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 229 - Paying the Beskar Price
Rich is joined by Ben, Liam and special guest Louis Leong for a bumper yet concise episode on Organised Play!
First up we talk about Louis' Mandalorian inspired Organised Play kits he's created to help Tournament Organisers and Store Owners with a one-stop-kit for events whilst we await the return of official OP kits! Beskar ingot charge tokens, coins and alt-art cards! It all looks cool and we have some bits to give away this weekend!
We also talk more about the Sith Taker Open happening this weekend! 130 players are still singed up so it's looking to be a cracker. Live coverage on Twitch via Firecast Focus, Alex's fund raising raffle, Cog'o'two in attendance, bounties, side event... and more!
And then we round out the show with a little run down of the Las Vegas Open event run by the Fly Better Podcast and the Pokemon themed escalation event being run by Team Jawa!!
Last chance to get tickets for Alex's fund raiser for Phoebe Https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fund-raising-star-war-x-wing-promo-items-tickets-219030485077
Live X-wing this weekend at https://www.twitch.tv/firecastfocus
Team Jawa Discord - for more details on the Pokemon event https://discord.gg/9ZVgcPFaJF
Cast - Ben, Rich, Liam and Louis Leong Producer - Tim Recorded 31/01/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Junkie XL, Elvis Presley - A Little Less Conversation (Official JXL Remix) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 228 - Trilogy Tournament
Rich is joined by Ben, Liam and Tim to talk about the Trilogy Tournament - a 3 player Team event where each player is running a list from a different Trilogy and we can't duplicate archetypes. The event is being run by Nobbie from Fearless Gundarks and we've just finished round 2 of the group stage!
We also chat about a few Pride of Mandalore spoilers that have been coming out over the last few weeks and round the show out with a little update on the Sith Taker Open!
Cast - Ben, Rich, Liam and Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 24/01/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Men At Work - Down Under (Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 227 - Fund Raising For Phoebe
This week Rich, Ben and Liam are joined by a very special guest, former Director of Organised Play at FFG and all round great guy - Alex Watkins!
Alex is on primarily to talk to us about the raffle he's running to raise funds to support Phoebe, a daughter of a friend, who has kidney failure due to Anchor Positive Vasculitis - an extremely rare condition.
But we couldn't pass on the opportunity to talk to Alex about all sorts! We chat about how he got in to gaming, how did he get in to OP at FFG, what was it like running some of the biggest miniature game's tournaments in the world plus some of the behind the scenes that I know a lot of us will be interested to know more about!
We round out the show with some chat about the Sith Taker Open where Alex will be in attendance to do the draw live on the Firecast Focus who will be at the venue streaming the X-wing action live!
You can find more details about the Raffle here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1620986014911292/
And you can still get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/219030485077
Cast - Ben, Rich, Liam and special guest Alex Watkins Producer - Tim Recorded 17/01/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone (Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 226 - New Year New Gear
Rich, Ben and Liam return with a bumper first show for 2022 discussing a ton of new Mandalorian spoilers that AMG have released over the Festive break. We also have some Event news for the Sith Taker Open and the Trilogy Tournament!
Note: Audio is a little ropey this week as Rich got a new Mic for Christmas so comes in a little hot start but settles down... and for some reason Ben kept cutting out... we'll work on it for next week!
Cast - Ben, Rich and Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 03/01/2022 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Duel of the Fates - John Williams Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 225 - The Chain Gang
This week Ben and Tim are joined by Filippo 'Piffo' Bosi to talk about Project SWChain.
A community created project to produce a central resource portal for X-Wing, Legion, Armada players and event organizers all over the world!
The portal will offer store/club/player locator, event calendar, sanctioned tournaments (for relevant circuits), international player rankings and excerpts of meta analysis via the integration of existing tools. As well as providing a single place for players of all standards, ability and experience to find content creators (podcasts! streams, blogs, websites etc)
If you want to give Piffo feedback that he can take to the Project team email him here:
info@starfightersitalia.com
Before we get in to Project SWChain we have to discuss the AMG stream, but we don't dwell on that for long! ;)
Cast - Ben, Tim and Filippo Bosi Producer - Tim Recorded 20/12/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - YOLO (feat. Adam Levine & Kendrick Lamar) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 224 - News from Mandalore
Rich is joined by Ben and Liam to chat about the some of the spoiled Mandalorian cards we can expect to see in the next wave. Both actually Mando's but also many characters from the Madalorian TV series. What crew will you be taking? We also round out the show with a little shout out to the Hexiled Gaming Wild Space Open Champion!
Cast - Ben, Liam and Rich Producer - Tim Recorded 13/12/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bronski Beat - Smalltown Boy (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 223 - The Hyperspace Junkie
Ben and Liam are joined by Jordan Bishop from The Hyperspace Junkie blog to talk about his victory at the recent Store Champs at Firestorm Games in Cardiff. What list did he take and how did he get on. We also ask Jordan 'the questions' as well as chat about some upcoming events.
You can find Jordan's blog here: https://hyperspacejunkie.home.blog/
Cast - Ben, Liam and special guest Jordan Bishop Producer - Tim Recorded 06/12/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Ice Nine Kills - Love Bites (feat. Chelsea Talmadge) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 222 - Yoda Best
Liam hosts his first show and is joined by Ben & Rich as well as SPUDGUN’S WORLDS WARM UP 2021 Champion Matt Cook to chat about last weekend's events. Ben, Rich and Matt were at the World's Warm-up so that takes the focus but we also briefly discuss the Kamino Open Top cut and Firestorm Games Store Champs. We also find out how Rich did with his community voted list!
https://tabletop.to/spudguns-worlds-warm-up-2021
Cast - Ben, Rich & Liam and special guest Matt Cook Producer - Tim Recorded 29/11/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - SKRILLEX - Bangarang feat. Sirah [Official Music Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 221 - Coin flip time
No, we're not talking about how to determine first player... Rich wants your help for what list to fly this weekend at Tim's event! A poll will follow shortly. We cover the recent Tauntaun squadron Team event and build up to 'Spudgun's Worlds' Warm-up 2021'. We'll be back next week with some list discussion and how the cast got on.
You can follow the event here: https://tabletop.to/spudguns-worlds-warm-up-2021
Cast - Rich, Ben, Tim Producer - Tim Recorded 22/11/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Caramella Girls - Caramelldansen (Official English Version) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 220 - Positive Waves
Rich returns to chat with Ben and Liam about the recent AMG news and develops but this time looking to put a positive spin on things. We also spend some time to chat about a couple of events that happened over the weekend at Board in Brum and in Ireland!
Cast - Ben, Rich & Liam Producer - Tim Recorded 15/11/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - will.i.am - Scream & Shout ft. Britney Spears (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 219 - That's No Moon
Ben and Tim are joined by Dale Cromwell & Conor Holmes to firstly discuss the recent AMG news and game developments.
Once we hear from Dale & Conor we move on to chat about the recent Battle For Alderaan Invitational where Conor & Tim did quite well!
A 255 player online event and the Final for the 2021 Gold Squadron Podcast Galactic Championship! We cover the top 8 lists but all the lists and results can be found here:
https://tabletop.to/battle-for-alderaan-invitation-galactic-championship-2021
Cast - Ben, Tim with special guests Dale Cromwell & Conor Holmes Producer - Tim Recorded 09/11/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Genesis - Land of Confusion (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 218 - ROAD to nowhere
A few days after AMG released proposed new rules for determining First player - Ben, Rich and Tim got together with Tom Reed to discuss the changes, and how they were announced!
Cast – Ben, Rich, Tim and special guest Tom Reed Producer – Tim Recorded 01/11/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Talking Heads - Road to Nowhere (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 217 - Tins on Top
Ben and Liam speak to Tim and special guest 'King of Swiss' Tin Squadron's Chris Burnett to talk about the last GSP Galaxies qualifier - Scarif - that took place online last weekend.
How did they get on, what did they fly and what other lists made the cut and did well. How do the new points, releases and importantly game changes affected the meta.
https://tabletop.to/scarif-galaxies-2021-qualifier
Cast – Ben, Liam, Tim and special guest Chris Burnett Producer – Tim Recorded 26/10/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Dropkick Murphys - "Rose Tattoo" (Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 216 - Invisible Proton Torps
Rich and Ben are joined by Andreas Tolman to talk about a couple of recent events - Tin Squadron's Kernow Cup and the Worcester Store Champs. We cover the top 8 at each event and see what impact the new points and releases are having on cuts. Rich wraps up the show finding out from Andreas how he goes about 'back to dials'.
Kernow Cup https://tabletop.to/kernow-cup-2021/lists
WWG Store Champs https://tabletop.to/wwg-x-wing-store-championship
Cast – Ben, Rich and special guest Andreas Tolman (calitoolman) Producer – Tim Recorded 18/10/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Haddaway - What Is Love [Official] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 215 - So, what's good?
Rich get's together with Liam and Tim to chat about what they've been flying. Have any of the new releases featured or have old ships with new points found a home? Also how have they found facing against the new releases? Anything caught their eye?
Cast – Rich, Tim and Liam Producer – Tim Recorded 11/10/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – BABYLON ZOO ◊ Spaceman (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 214 - Talking to the Toaster
It's been a little over a week since we've had the new releases and points. Rich and Ben are joined by Sad Toaster - Matthias - from Hanover, Germany, to chat about the new toys. What's been doing well and what might we see more of! We also touch briefly on last weekend's Hyperspace Hoth event for GSP Galaxies.
Cast – Ben, Rich and special guest Matthias/ Sad Toaster Producer – Tim Recorded 05/10/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – NENA | 99 Luftballons [1983] [Offizielles Musikvideo] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 213 - Hey hey! It's new points!
We have points! Rich is joined by Liam and Tim to review the first set of point changes released by Atomic Mass Games. First we look at some of the old Meta staples that featured in the XTC Finals - which lists have gone up and by how much. Then we go over the pilots, ships and upgrades that have changed +/- three points so we can keep the podcast to under 2 hours!
We also cover a little on organised play that's been happening in the UK over the last weekend and if Rich sounds a little mad to start with don't panic... Tim forgot to turn his mic on!
Cast – Rich, Liam and Tim Producer – Tim King Recorded 27/09/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Monkees- Hey Hey We're The Monkees. Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 212 - Mandostravaganza
Warning it's a long one! Ben, Rich, Liam (and occasionally Tim) have a lot to cover! We start off with a couple of in-person events from last weekend. On Saturday Ben, Liam and Tim headed down to Board in Brum for Craig Reed's surprise birthday/x-wing event and then from Sunday we have a little report from Ben who attended the Hyperspace Format Store Champs From JustPlay Games in Liverpool.
Then we get on to the #Ministravaganza from Atomic Mass Games. New Mando releases, changes to the game and news about OP. You've probably heard the news... well the guys give their thoughts on it! Do you agree? What are you excited to see?
Cast – Ben, Rich and Liam Producer – Tim Recorded 13/09/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Eskimo Callboy - WE GOT THE MOVES (OFFICIAL VIDEO) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 211 - A Tauntaun at Tatooine
Rich and Ben are joined by Darren and special guest, from the Tauntaun squadron, Conor Holmes to chat about last weekends Gold Squadron podcast Tatooine Galaxies qualifier. How did Darren and Conor (and Tim) get on and what lists did well.
Plus we chat about the Europa Cup, also on last weekend, a big in person X-wing event in Milan, Italy, before rounding out the show with some wild speculation on the AMG Ministravaganza and what we may or may not see!
TATOOINE - GALAXIES 2021 QUALIFIER https://tabletop.to/tatooine-galaxies-2021-qualifier
EUROPA CUP 2021 - X-WING https://tabletop.to/Europa-Cup-2021-xwing
Cast – Ben, Rich, Darren and special guest Conor Holmes Producer – Tim Recorded 06/09/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Metallica: Enter Sandman (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 210 - It's gone Rome!
It's all over! After a hard fought weekend of X-wing at the 2021 X-wing Team Championship Finals Team Italy have emerged victorious and Ben, Rich and Tim are joined by Italian First Order player (and fellow Sith Taker!) Alessandro Zaramella to talk about the event!
A big thankyou to all the players, organisers, judges and streamers for playing in, running and sharing the XTC action around the globe!
You can find the results and standings here:
https://tabletop.to/xwing-team-championship-2021-final-stage
Cast – Ben, Rich, Tim and special guest Alessandro Zaramella Producer – Tim Recorded 30/08/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Michael Giacchino - The Imperial Suite (From "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story"/Audio Only) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 209 - War of the Worlds
It's the show before the XTC! Rich & Ben and joined by new regular Liam to chat about the Resistance Y-wing teasers from AMG, a public service announcement about how to treat people online, an update on the Sith Taker Open and some general pre-XTC chat plus Rich continues his thought experiment asking Liam and Tim about what they do when it's 'back to dials'!
Disclaimer - who is streaming what games has changed to the info given in the podcast. Refer to the document linked below for accurate info!
The XTC website For lists, schedule and much more! http://thextc.space/
Streaming schedule https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14nn3It8754lNKvu4FVjxQP-o4Z04sPjbaWDpfUte3xc/edit?fbclid=IwAR2Afwn4_UWA6zWeTT-rEIL_mmUseJe473_FB8Q4jWBML4b9b3NlsqOr66o#gid=1175875523
Cast – Ben, Rich, Liam and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 23/08/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – War Of The Worlds (The Eve Of The War) - Jeff Wayne Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 208 - More Fury
Bit of a bumper show once again with more teasers from AMG from the Fury of the First Order Squad Pack, we chat a little about the XTC lists (although if you want to know more you should check out Oli P's youtube episode - link below!). We announce a couple of events including the Sith Taker Open 2022 and round out with a little chat about last weekends event at Board in Brum and Rich puts a deeply philosophical question to Ben & Darren!
Sith Taker Open 2022 - 5-6 Feb 2022 https://fb.me/e/1vjRdPAj8
Spudgun’s Worlds Warm Up 2021 - 27th Nov 2021 https://fb.me/e/1NMOp0TCS
Oli_186 - XTC HYPE show! - It's the Finals Countdown... https://youtu.be/kTtdKdlG_24
Cast – Ben, Rich, Darren Producer – Tim Recorded 16/08/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Junior Senior - Move Your Feet (Official music video, HD) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 207 - Back Once Again for the Sith Taker Open
It's good to be back running in person events! Ben and Rich are joined by TO Tim and Champ Tom Reed to talk about the 2021 Sith Taker Open including a review if the Top 16 lists. We also chat to Tom about his list and games.
We'd like to thank all the players again for being awesome! Head Judge Darrell McDowell and Phil Pond from Firestorm Squadron Firecast for helping run and stream the event. And of course the amazing Enigma Wargaming, Cog'o'Two and Element Games for their event support!!
TTO page https://tabletop.to/sith-taker-open-2021
We round out the show with chat about the Final at Jedah GSP that happened at the weekend and the latest Tie Whisper spoilers from AMG!
Cast – Ben, Rich, Tim and Sith Taker Open Champ Tom Reed! Producer – Tim Recorded 09/08/2021 via Discord
Intro - Ghostbusters 2 (1989) We're Back Montage with a little Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith & Richard Polley Outro – Renegade Master (Fatboy Slim Old Skool Mix) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 206 - The worst kind of news
We start off the episode with some bad news for those heading to Stockport for the Sith Taker Open. But things do get better! We also re-cap the top cut lists from the recent Lone Star Open and some more of the teased cards from the upcoming First Order squad pack and Resistance Y-Wings.
If you're coming to the Sith Taker Open 2021 make sure you've joined the Event's Facebook page for new and sign up to the event on TTO and submit your list!
Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/events/435227064372291 TTO page https://tabletop.to/sith-taker-open-2021
Cast – Ben, Darren and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 03/08/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Blossoms - Charlemagne Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 205 - New Whispers
Colm returns for a brief bout of hosting with Ben, Rich and Liam to chat about the upcoming Sith Taker Open, last weekends Lone Star Open and the recently teased information on the Resistance Y-wings and First Order Squad pack including the jammy Tie Whisper!
Cast – Colm, Rich, Ben and Liam Producer – Tim Recorded 26/07/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Steam Powered Giraffe - Automatonic Electronic Harmonics Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 204 - Irish spice!
Rich and Ben are joined by XTC All-Ireland Captain Gary McDowell and XTC England Captain (and part-time hot sauce enthusiast) Oliver Pocknell for a final wrap of the XTC Group stages. One Captain led his team to 1st place in Group C, the other only managed 2nd place... but both teams have qualified for the Finals at the end of August! Plus we chat briefly about GSP's latest event - Dagobah! Won by a brit flying the Italian XTC Scum list.
Cast – Rich, Ben with special guests Gary McDowell and Oli Pocknell Producer – Tim Recorded 19/07/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – ATC - Around The World (HQ) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 203 - Not so bored in Brum
Rich and Ben chat Tim and Darren (and eventually Liam) about last weekends rearranged 2020 Store Champs held at Board in Brum in Birmingham. How their first in-person went and who was flying what. You can find the event here: https://tabletop.to/board-in-brum-store-championship
After that we catch up on the XTC and the Final of the Ready Room Roulette event that Liam was playing in as we started recording.
Cast – Rich, Ben, Darren and Liam (Ian Barker) Baker Producer – Tim King Recorded 12/07/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Peaky Blinders Theme Song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 202 - XTC Things are starting to get spicy
Rich and Ben are joined by fellow Sith Taker Liam to walk about the XTC groups. Things are starting to heat up with more 'big' teams losing games. We discuss some of the spicy upsets before generally X-wing and event chat with face-to-face events coming back over the next few weekends including the Sith Taker Open!
Cast – Rich, Ben and Liam (Ian Barker) Baker Producer – Tim King Recorded 05/07/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Ting Tings - That's Not My Name Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 201 - Home Nations catch up
Rich and Tim are joined by Rory Wilson, Captain of Scotland, and Stephen Gage, Captain of Wales, for a bit of a home nations catch up. We find out how their teams are doing, chat about the results at the XTC from the last two weeks, and then some general chat about other news and happenings in the X-wing world!
Cast – Rich, Tim with special guests Rory Wilson & Stephen Gage Producer – Tim King Recorded 28/06/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Lightning Seeds - Three Lions '98 (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 200 - The Double Century
It's our 200th episode! Rich and Ben are joined by X-wing rules aficionado Darrell McDowell to chat about the new X-wing Rules Forum from AMG, week 2 results from the XTC, general event chat about the Sith Takers online and in-person events and finally Producer Tim hitting us with some stats covering our previous 199 episodes!
Thanks again to everyone who has listened, come on the podcast or contributed in some positive way! It's been great and we hope to keep going for a while yet!
Cast – Rich, Ben, Darrell McDowell Producer – Tim King Recorded 15/06/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – "Weird Al" Yankovic - The Saga Begins (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 199 - The Beautiful South
Despite the lack of quality hosts available Producer Tim continues our trip around the XTC globe for a South American focused episode with special guests & Captains Pedro Zegarra of Peru and Juan Quinche of Colombia!
We find out more about their teams, their groups, how their teams have faired round one and also cover the rest of the groups and round one results using our guests knowledge of the South American scene to delve a little deeper into the teams doing well from down South!
Cast – Tim King with special guests Producer – Tim King Recorded 07/06/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Contracorriente - TELEBIT Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 198 - XTC from the other side of the World
Keen to shake some of the Euro-bias from our last episode Ben and Rich are joined by Joe Congdon of Team Japan and Akhter Khan of Team Australia to review the XTC groups and chat more about their Teams. How they feel about the draws and their chances (and the other Oceania/Asian teams) of making it out the Group stages.
Hopefully we can one or two of the South American teams represented next week for episode 199!
Cast – Ben, Rich and special guests Joe Congdon and Akhter Khan Producer – Tim Recorded 31/05/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – THE BLUE HEARTS - リンダリンダ Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 197 - XTC 2021 Group draw hot takes
Ben is joined by three representatives of Group C from the 2021 XTC - Rich (Ireland), Tim (England) and special guest Matija Mandurov (Captain- Croatia) to chat about the XTC Group draw, who will progress to the final and how the three think their team will fair in Group C.
Will any teams receive 'nil poi'?!?!
We also chat to Matija about the recent Women of Star Wars Fundraiser Tournament which has raised over $2500 for Charity and you can still donate if you'd like:
https://tabletop.to/team-jawas-women-of-star-wars
Also the link for GreenDragoon's X-wing Analytica https://xwinganalytica.net/
Cast – Ben, Rich, Tim and special guest Matija Mandurov Producer – Tim Recorded 25/05/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – James Newman - Embers - LIVE - United Kingdom 🇬🇧 - Grand Final - Eurovision 2021 Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 196 - No defence
Rich and Ben are joined by Tom Reed to talk about his recent attempt to defend the Sith Taker Cup (spoiler... it didn't happen!). How the game went and a bit of chat about the two lists. They then talk a bit about other events and the upcoming online XTC!
Cast – Rich, Ben & Tom Reed Producer – Tim Recorded 17/05/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Weeknd - Save Your Tears (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 195 - First Order whispers
Rich, Ben & Tim chat about some of the rumours surrounding the teased First Order Squadron pack and Resistance Y-wing. Also some general chat about events including the Sith Taker Cup 2 Final and the Sith Taker Open.
Cast – Rich, Ben & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 10/05/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Pigeon John - "The Bomb" [Official Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 194 - Mon Cala Maple Leafs
Richard & Ben are joined by Andrew Oehler, Champion of the GSP Mon Cala Galaxies and finalist at the Firestorm Firecast Cup, to talk about the events and the list that's seen him to two top tables!
Cast – Richard, Ben & Tim with special guest Andrew Oehler Producer – Tim Recorded 03/05/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Ocean Man · Ween Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 193 - Firecast Cup Judgement
Rich and Ben are joined by X-wing Judge supremo Filippo Bosi and Rey No. 2 Fan Tom Fieldsend to talk about last weekends Firecast Cup. How the event went, what lists did well and how did Tom get on (we skipped over Rich's performance - it's for the best!).
We round out the show with some chat about this years XTC which Rich, Tim, Filippo and Tom will all be taking part in - sorry Ben!
Thanks to all the Team at Firestorm Firecast for an amazing event! Can't wait for the next one (once Nic has had a break!)
Cast – Rich, Ben & Tim with special guests Filippo Bosi and Tom Fieldsend Producer – Tim Recorded 26/04/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Ima Robot - Creeps Me Out Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 192 - Lessons learnt under Lockdown
In this episode Rich, Ben & Tim chat about some of the things we've been doing differently in our games of online X-wing that we think transfer over to the tabletop - do you agree? What would you like to see?
We also cover some event chat & games we've played this week including Tim's Inferno Squadron's crushing defeat in the Kyber Elimination to Nébal's Malarus Swarm that you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXYIbSOPy4U
Cast – Rich, Ben & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 19/04/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – D:Ream - Things Can Only Get Better (1993) (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 191 - Flawless Victory
Rich & Ben are joined by Matthias 'Sad Toaster' who seems to be making a habit of going unbeaten in Swiss at events including our 193 player SITH TAKER CUP “THE SEQUEL”. We also chat a little about Tin Squadron's Balance of the Force and Hexiled Gaming's Kyber Elimination League!
Cast – Rich & Ben with special guest Matthias 'Sad Toaster' Producer – Tim Recorded 05/04/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Drive - Mortal Kombat (remix 2013) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 190 - Skystrike Stand Up
Ben and Rich are joined by Chris Burnett from Tin Squadron to chat about last weekends GSP Aces event and see how the new releases faired. We also chat a little bit about Balance of the Force lists as the group had the opportunity to tinker with their lists after Round 2.
Cast – Ben, Rich and Chris Burnett Producer – Tim Recorded 29/03/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – LINDEMANN - Steh auf (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 189 - Macho Man Vader Savaged
World Champ Oli Pocknell crashes the recording! Ben, Rich and Colm discuss some of the points, ships & abilities and possible list ideas with all the new stuff shortly hitting our shelves before Oli comes along and gives his opinion! Fans of Firesprays and moaning about Vader in a Defender look away now...!
Cast – Ben, Rich, Colm, Oli and briefly Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 23/03/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Village People - Macho Man OFFICIAL Music Video (short version) 1978 Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 188 - Can It Be All So Simple
Tim and Ben are joined by Pavel Morawski from Poland who called us out for getting his list wrong last week (probably Rich's fault!). We have a simple show discussing a last weekend's Recruit GSP event and some First Order & Kyber Cup chat with Pawel!
Cast – Ben, Tim and Pavel Morawski Producer – Tim Recorded 16/03/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Wu-Tang Clan - Can It Be All So Simple Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 187 - Goji's explosive Kyber Final
Rich, Ben and Tim sit down to discuss the Final from Season Five of the Kyber Cup run by Hexiledgaming which concluded at the weekend followed by some discussion over the Tri-City Tournament run by Nickel City X-wing, 312 Squadron and The Canded Clarinetist also run over the weekend. After that we look forward to the Firecast Cup and Balance of the Force events!
Links to the events:
KYBER CUP SEASON 5 TOURNAMENT https://tabletop.to/kyber-cup-season-5-tournament
Tri-City Tournament https://tabletop.to/tricity-tournament/ladder
Cast – Ben, Rich and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 08/03/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Runaways - Cherry Bomb Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 186 - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger
Rich & Ben are joined by Dom Flannigan from the Firestorm Firecast for a bumper Snap Shot! We chat about the Firecast Cup, last weekends Omega GSP Fight Club event and the recent teaser articles on the Skystrike Academy, Phoenix Cell and Fugitives and Collaborators Squadron packs, including of course... Vader in a Defender!
Cast – Ben, Rich and Dom Flannigan Producer – Tim Recorded 01/03/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Daft Punk - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger (Official audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 185 - Swedish Open 2021
Rich and Ben chat to Niklas God and Producer Tim about their games at last weekends Swedish Open! One of them won the event and the other may have cheated on his way to missing out on cut!! (apologies again Jonathan!). We also briefly chat about the GSP Sigma FightClub event before chatting about Vader in a Defender!
If you missed the games you can find them on TargetLockTV's YouTube (go and subscribe!) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8PQusdf0stkXbglcIYWRVw
Cast – Ben, Rich, Tim and Niklas God Producer – Tim Recorded 22/02/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Abba - Voulez-Vous (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 184 - This is not the 186 you're looking for
We're fast approaching some important milestones so Producer Tim thought it would be good to get some special guests in for the 186th Episode... however Rich got a little excited and so we have Alex Birt of the 186th Squadron Podcast for you in Episode 184!
Plenty of good X-wing content however as Rich, Ben and Alex sit down to discuss the Kyber Cup, events and the latest teaser article from AMG/FFG - Reinforcements of Renown!
https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2021/2/15/reinforcements-of-renown/
Cast – Ben, Sean and Alex Birt Producer – Tim Recorded 09/02/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Katy Perry - Hot N Cold (Official) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 183 - Delta Champs
Ben & Sean are joined by special guest Darrell McDowell to chat about last weekends GSP Delta Fight Club event - and extended two day event set in UK time zone. What lists did well and the ships in them. Plus a quick re-cap on the Organised Play announcement from AMG & FFG.
Pre-orders for the new Squadron boxes are up at the amazing Element Games - Wargaming Webstore - grab yours with a discount and support the podcast using this affiliate link and we get a small commission from each order!
https://elementgames.co.uk/x-wing-second-edition?d=10304
Cast – Ben, Sean and Darrell McDowell Producer – Tim Recorded 09/02/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Sturgill Simpson - Sing Along (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 182 - Atomic Transmission
Fresh from the Atomic Mass Games first ever Star Wars miniatures games Transmission Rich chats to Ben, Sean and Tim about what we found out regarding the X-wing Miniatures Game now it sits under AMG not FFG.
New releases, OP, rules, hobby... lots of cool info and a road map for future streams! Big thanks to Will Shick and Simone Elliot for taking the time to answer some of the concerns in the community about the future of the game!
Also a shout out to Tin Squadron and their free to enter charity event raising funds for the Cornwall Air Ambulance - Balance of the Force https://tabletop.to/balance-of-the-force
Cast – Rich, Ben, Sean and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 03/02/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – OK Go - Here It Goes Again (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 181 - Chatting with an Enigma
Ben and Rich are joined by Jason from Enigma Wargaming to chat about last weekends Alpha GSP Fight Club event and how everyone is getting on in the Kyber Cup and league. What lists are doing well and what have the guys been flying.
Cast – Rich, Ben and Jason from Enigma Wargaming Producer – Tim Recorded 25/01/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Metal - Tenacious D Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 180 - The Sith Takers Open up
Rich, Ben and Tim are joined by Commissioner Colm Browne to announce the return of (we hope) tabletop premier X-wing events at our home - Element Games, Stockport, UK - with the 2021 Sith Taker Open!
Much like the 2020 Sith Taker Open it's a two day event with Swiss day 1 and Top Cut & Side events day 2.
The event will take place on August 7th & 8th and currently capped at 64 players which is under half the venue's normal max capacity to allow for even more space between the tables! We've pushed the event date back to late Summer to allow as much time for things to hopefully settle down and the event will only take place if it's safe to do so, and if current restrictions at the time allow. If not, everyone will be able to get a full refund of their event ticket!
Tickets are on sale now: https://elementgames.co.uk/event-tickets/sith-taker-open-gt-2021?d=10304
We wrap up the show with a little list chat as after two games those playing in the Kyber Cup can make changes to what they've been flying!
Cast – Rich, Ben, Colm & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 18/01/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Caravan Palace - Lone Digger Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 179 - Events end long live events
Rich, Ben and Tim chat about a couple of events that have recently come to a close - the X-wing Ready Room List Roulette and Steel City Kamino Chaos events - and then chat about the Sith Taker League and how round 1 has gone in the Kyber cup!
X-WING READY ROOM LIST ROULETTE https://tabletop.to/xwing-ready-room-list-roulette?fbclid=IwAR1FVZdol3PKuPFiN6VnPDjpQbtitC2qtjaSfIZm6CEAcT4ldxDywHKarKM
STEEL CITY X-WING KAMINO CHAOS https://tabletop.to/steel-city-xwing-kamino-chaos?fbclid=IwAR0IhxwSNBV7Oe9J4VukK_KFxHyqFuCtTZiydRNIULhplecgUION5mrsLcU
Cast – Rich, Ben, & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 12/01/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone (Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 178 - Welcome 2021
Rich is joined by Ben and Tim to welcome in the New Year! We talk Lego, Kyber Cup (and Tim did forget his S-Foils...), The Royal Rumble and some little rumours!
We hope you all had a good New Years!
Cast – Rich, Ben, & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 04/01/2021 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – LITTLE BIG - Sck My Dck 2020 (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 177 - The Festive Hangout 2020
For our end of year podcast we invited a few friends to a special live show streamed on our Twitch channel twitch.tv/sithtakers if you missed us live you can catch the 'content' here! It's fairly heavily edited for the PG audience and to try and keep it fairly on topic but it does get a bit rambly at times so bear with us!
Fair warning: There may be an occasional swear word I've missed, there are spoiler for the Mandalorian and Lord of the Rings, and some of the content may offend people... (we chatted a bit about Nantex for example!)
From all the Sith Takers we hope you all have a very Merry Christmas/Happy Holiday where ever you may be!
Cast – Rich, Ben, Darren, Tim, Liam (Ian) with special guests Darrell Mcdowell, Chris Burnett, Andreas T, Connor Holmes Producer – Tim Recorded 20/12/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – No Copyright Music: Christmas Instrumentals (Free Download) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 176 - TTS Polish Nats
Rich & Ben are joined by Darrell Mcdowell to chat about last weekend's 'unofficial' Polish Nats held online via TTS and run by PolskaXwing. They chat about what Darrell took and how he did plus the winning and Top lists.
You can find the lists on List Fortress https://listfortress.com/tournaments/1972
And you can find the Top 16 on PolskaXwing's YouTube channel (make sure you give them a sub! It's free!) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2GvMnCM1PpiuU9ye4iObtg
Cast – Rich & Ben with special guest Darrell Mcdowell Producer – Tim Recorded 14/12/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Band Aid 30 - Do They Know It's Christmas? (2014) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 175 - The Final Boogaloo
Rich & Ben are joined by Knock the Sith out 2 - Hyperspace Boogaloo Champion Brendon Osmann-Deyman. They talk about the Final, the event in general, a bit about his and Kester's lists and round off the Snap Shot with a follow up to last week's show - the games we had versus the guys from Firestorm Squadron Firecast (which can still be watched on their Twitch channel!)
Cast – Rich & Ben with special guest Brendon Osmann-Deyman Producer – Tim Recorded 08/12/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Best VGM 201 - Main Theme - [Star Wars: Rogue Squadron] Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 174 - The Firestorm Face-off
Rich & Ben are joined by the cast of the Firestorm Squadron Firecast - Nick, Dom and Phillip - who have challenged our Podcast to an evening of gaming 4th Dec 2020. We chat about streaming, gaming, the pandemic and new releases!
You can find the games live at 8pm UK time this Friday over on twitch.tv/firestormsquadronfirecast
Cast – Rich & Ben with special guests Nick, Dom and Phillip Producer – Tim Recorded 30/11/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – intro - Gerry Anderson’s Firestorm (check it out on YouTube!) Used without permission - it's just for fun
Episode 173 - The New World Order
It's all change in X-wing, and maybe the start of something new and wonderful! Ben is joined by Sean & Rich to discuss the recent press release from Atomic Mass Games regarding Organised Play, the November 2020 points update, points for the new ships and also a preview of the Semi Final matches from Knock the Sith Out 2: Hyperspace Boogaloo which with stream live from twitch.tv/sithtakers 25/11/2020 from 7pm UK time!
Cast – Rich, Ben and Sean Producer – Tim Recorded 24/11/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Aladdin | A Whole New World Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 172 - Atomic News
Rich is joined by Ben & Sean to talk about the recent news of X-wing, Armada and Legion are to leave FFG and move to Atomic Mass Games. They round out the show with a little on our Sith Takers events - Knock the Sith Out 2 is in to the top 8 and the new League season is fast approaching!
Cast – Rich, Ben and Sean Producer – Tim Recorded 17/11/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Blondie - Atomic (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 171 - The Galactic Finals
Ben & Rich are joined by Producer Tim, released from his dark editing room, to talk about The Gold Squadron Podcast's Coruscant Galactic Finals that took place at the weekend. We run over some of the Top 32 lists plus Tim's run to the Top 8!
You can find the pairings, results and lists here: https://tabletop.to/coruscant-invitational-galactic-championship-2020-finale/ladder
Cast – Rich, Ben and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 09/11/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Beastie Boys - Intergalactic Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 170 - Hope against the Nantex
Rich is joined by Ben and Sean to chat about the new releases - Heralds of Hope & the Tie Brute, the teaser article for Jango Fett & Slave 1, points for the new releases plus update for the Nantex and Sean tries to round it out with chat about the Mandalorian but Rich is having none of it! (no spoilers contained!)
Cast – Rich, Ben and Sean Producer – Tim Recorded 02/11/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone (Video) Bonus clip to stop Sean talking about the Mandalorian - Monty Phython - Be Quiet! Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 169 - Let's try that again!
Following the Jawa incident last week we've got a bumper episode for you today! Ben and Rich are joined by Dan from Steel City X-wing to talk about their latest event - 'Kamino Chaos', a couple of spoiler articles from FFG (V-wing and the Tri Fighter) plus we have event talk with Ryloth, Mustafa and Knock the Sith Out 2 - Hyperspace Boogaloo!
And for refence - they're talking about the 'Phlac-Arphocc Prototype' and absolutely not swearing!! ;)
Cast – Rich, Ben and special guest Daniel Athey Producer – Tim Recorded 26/10/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – It's A Knockout TV Theme Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 168 - ETA to the Actis
Rich and Ben are joined by special guest Matthias 'Sad Toaster' from Germany & our online x-wing community to discuss the recent spoiler article from FFG on the ETA-2 Actis Jedi Star Fighter. What new pilots and upgrades are we getting and do they think they are any good?
Link to the article: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2020/10/7/push-the-limit/
Cast – Rich, Ben and special guest Matthias Producer – Tim Recorded 12/10/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Disturbed - The Sound Of Silence [Official Music Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 167 - What's the craic at Crait
Rich is joined by Sean and Liam Baker to chat about last weekend's latest Gold Squadron Podcast's Galaxies qualifier - Crait. How did Liam get on, what lists caught the guy's eyes and who actually won it? You can find lists, results and match ups on Tabletop.to https://tabletop.to/worlds-qualifier-crait-edtutc-4/ladder
Also Rich talks a little about X-wing Analytica's Crait article which you can find here: https://xwinganalytica.net/2020/10/04/galaxies-crait/
Cast – Rich, Colm and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 05/10/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – LITTLE BIG - HYPNODANCER (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 166 - Concussion Protocol
Rich is joined by Tim and Colm to chat about the LAAT/i, HMP Gunship and Xi Shuttle now that they've hit the table top. What sort of lists might we see or are the guys playing around with plus a quick chat about the Heralds of Hope squadron pack. If you missed the article you can find it here:
https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2020/9/23/fight-to-the-finish/
Cast – Rich, Colm and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 29/09/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Hello There (The Democracy on the High Ground Song) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 165 - Positive Spin
Rich is joined by Ben and Producer Tim to chat about the weekends results from GSP Concord Dawn and Coppa Starfighters Italia plus a touch on meta and ships & lists - but with a positive spin!
Concord Dawn lists & results https://tabletop.to/worlds-qualifier-concord-dawn-aestutc-10/ladder
COPPA STARFIGHTERS ITALIA lists & results https://tabletop.to/coppa-starfighters-italia-2020-xwing/ladder
X-wing Analytica article https://xwinganalytica.net/2020/09/20/galaxies-concord-dawn/?fbclid=IwAR3_pCNYsD-Wyga8oFNnF--VdUUV1nCa-k9W65Aovdb1nartpvQi9f5p2gs
Cast – Rich, Ben and Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 21/09/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Eric Idle - "Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life" - STEREO HQ Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 164 - The Darrell Download
Rich and Ben are joined by Dathomir Top 32 player Darrell McDowell to chat about his list that went 6-0 in swiss at Dathomir, interesting lists and ships that are about at the moment and a brief chat about the new Droid Gunship!
Lists can be found on List Fortress listfortress.com/tournaments/1836…wH3qRrNvcyben4LU
Cast – Rich, Ben and special guest Darrell McDowell Producer – Tim Recorded 13/09/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – You're Only Human (Second Wind) - Billy Joel Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 163 - Dathomir Debrief
Tim and Ben are joined by Dathomir Finalist Andrew Prevot for a 1 hour special looking over the lists that made the Top 32 at the latest Gold Squadron Galaxies online event. How did Tim and Andrew do and what do they think of the other lists that made the cut?
Lists can be found on List Fortress https://listfortress.com/tournaments/1836?fbclid=IwAR1nFDJM0eQ7O1zs_9jW9g07Xle2hdCssxpW-Bgr3MQwH3qRrNvcyben4LU
Cast – Rich, Ben and special guest Niklas God Producer – Tim Recorded 07/09/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – In The End (Official Video) - Linkin Park Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 162 - It's God to talk
Rich and Ben are joined by special guest and Knock the Sith Out Champion, Niklas God to talk about the event, final vs Wouter, x-wing lists and the new Xi Shuttle!
Cast – Rich, Ben and special guest Niklas God Producer – Tim Recorded 31/08/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Loreen - Euphoria (Official Audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode - 161 Corellia Galaxies event
Rich is joined by Darrem to talk about the Fly better/Gold squardon, not worlds, but still a series of great events to help get us through this covid rubbish, event 1 Corellia!
also, we should all support Table To https://tabletop.to/ There is a Donate button at the bottom. Its free to use, and your not going to be buy mates a beer at worlds this year, so if you can, chuck them a could of quid/dollar,Euros, Rubels, Krone etc etc.
Cast – Richard Polley, Darren Grainger Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 24/08/2020 via Discord
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – 2pac feat Dr.Dre - California Love HD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wBTdfAkqGU
Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 160 - Stay on the Leader
Rich & Bob are joined by David Sutcliffe of the Stay on the Leader blog which has just recently passed 1 million read! They chat about his recent articles covering each of the factions and changes made to each with the recent points change.
You can find Dave's blog here: http://stayontheleader.blogspot.com/
Cast – Rich, Bob & David Sutcliffe Producer – Tim Recorded 16/08/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Fatboy Slim - Weapon Of Choice [Official Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 159 - Return of the Sith Takers League
Rich & Tim are joined by the Commissioner Ben to talk about the return of the Online Sith Taker's X-wing league on Tabletop Simulator. Roughly 140 players playing in over half a dozen sub-leagues with the prospect of promotion and relegation in a couple of months!
How will it work and what has Ben learnt about events from running this and the Knock out event that's now at the Top 8 stage.
Cast – Rich, Tim and The Goblin King Ben Producer – Tim Recorded 11/08/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Human League - Together in electric dreams Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 158 - We're back
After a month or so off we're back with our chunkiest Snap Shot yet! You may want to listen to it in bite size amounts but we take time to catch up with Colm, Rich and new regular host David Wynne and then dive into the previews and reveals we've had from FFG over the last week.
The Tie Brute, Droid Tri-fighter, Jango and even the Mighty Merl get a good review!
Cast – Colm, Rich and David Producer – Tim Recorded 04/08/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Boys Are Back In Town Thin Lizzy Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 157 - Sith Taker Cup Final
Will chats to Tournament Organiser Ben Hibbert and event champion Tom Reed about the finale to the 1st Sith Taker Cup - 108 player online TTS tournament run by the club. What did Tom take, how did the final go and any other interesting lists out there. Games are available to watch on our YouTube channel! Just search for 'Sith Takers'
You can find all the lists on list Fortress here: https://listfortress.com/tournaments/1777
Cast – Will, Ben & Tom Producer – Tim Recorded 28/06/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Michael Jackson - Beat It (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 156 - Space Jam Rome
Will is joined by Darren & Producer Tim to talk about all things Space Jam Rome! How was commentating for Darren, how did Tim get on in his games and what lists made the cut and eventually won the event!
You can find all the lists on list Fortress here: https://listfortress.com/tournaments/1748?fbclid=IwAR0QlSJ-tp3GoDEDPbjt6_lvYdIz4SeFUkdzz4nq_45ELsGM9gNwT_jAIUo
Cast – Darren, Will & Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 18/05/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Space Jam Theme Song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 155 - TTS
Darren is joined by Colm and special guest Ben to catch bit of a catch up and talk about, despite being in lock down, we will play Xwing. Given there is still not much happening in the Xwing world, this will keep the informal theme as we know it’s nice to hear something regular.
Cast – Darren Grainger, Ben Hibbert and Colm Brown Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded when and how Skype - 12/04/2020
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Twisted Sister - We're Not Gonna Take it (Extended Version) (Official Music Video)Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 154 - Lock Down!
Bob is joined by Rich and Darren to talk about the FFG Live stream, Online Xwing and just to chat...mainly because they miss each other.
Cast – Bob Dee, Richard Polley and Darren Grainger Producer – Sean "The Legend" Milligan Recorded when and how Skpye 29032020
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Destiny's Child - Survivor (Official Music Video) ft. Da Bratit's just for fun!
Cast – Rich, Darren, and Bob Producer – Colm Recorded via Skype on 18/03/2020
The boys discuss how they got on at last weekends Store Champs, the cancellation of X-Wing OP by FFG, and some things to do whilst quarantined inside your home waiting for a global pandemic to blow over. This will be the last episode for a while as there's not much to discuss with no games happening and no news. We'll be back, but we're not sure when!
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – It's the siren from The Purge. Sorry, it was Darren's idea. Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 152 - Element Games Store Champs 2020
Bob & Darren are joined by Tom Reed after his victory at the 40 player X-wing Store Champs at Element Games. What lists did they take, what did well and their thoughts on the current Hyperspace meta we're all going to face over the coming weeks/months.
Cast – Darren G, Bob D and Tom R Producer – Tim Recorded when 08/03/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Oompa Loompa Doompa Dee Do Song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 151 - Bonnie Scotland!
Will is joined by Bob and specail guest Rory from Scotland to elighten us to what the meta is like up in the real north, and to gives us an insight to there local community!
Cast – Will P, Bob D and Rory W Producer – The Legend, Sean Milligan Recorded when 05/03/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Proclaimers - I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) (Official Music Video). Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 150 - Chatting with The Champ
It's our 150th show and as a special treat Rich is not only joined by Producer Tim but also the current X-wing World Champion - Oliver Pocknell - to talk about the current Hyperspace format, a little on variance, Boba and lists the guys will be taking in the current Store Championship season!
Cast – Rich, Tim and special guest Oliver Pocknell Producer – Tim Recorded 01/03/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Abba - Take A Chance On Me (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 149 - Mystic Games.
Will is joined by Rich and guest Lee Robbins to talk about his win at the recent store champs at Mystic Games and what the scene is like in the midlands/South (Well south to us northern types).
Episode 148 - Variance
Bob & Rich chat about Variance. It's been around in the game for a long long time but how has it changed since 1.0 and what's doing well because of it?
Cast – Bob & Rich Producer – Tim Recorded 23/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Motörhead - Ace Of Spades (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 147 - Champ chat - Texas SOS 2020
Bob & Darren are joined by the 2020 Texas System Open Champion Duncan Howard to chat about his games and the list he flew to take the title in Texas!
Cast – Bob & Darren plus special guest Duncan Howard Producer – Tim Recorded 12/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Star Wars - Separatist Droid Army Suite (Theme) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 146 - Champ Chat - UK SOS 2020
Bob & Darren are joined by the 2020 UK System Open Champion Timo Raabe to chat about his games and the list he flew to take the title at the biggest System Open of the year!
Cast – Bob & Darren plus special guest Timo Raabe Producer – Tim Recorded 12/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Rammstein - Feuer Frei! (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Rich, Will, Darren discuss the UK System Open in Milton Keynes.
Producer – Colm Recorded 09/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Come to Milton Keynes by the style council. Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 144 - Solo: A UK SOS story
Producer Tim is the last man standing! Not content with no pre-event show before the 2020 UK System Open he's jumped on the mic to give you the low down of the years biggest X-wing event outside on Minnesota!
What's the format, what and when is registration, where can you eat, what lists is he bringing (yes he's not settled on one yet!)and how can you get yourself a copy of the Sith Taker Open All-wings Alt-art Snap shot?! All will be revealed!
Cast – Tim Producer – Tim Recorded 06/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Queen - Don't Stop Me Now (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 143 - Sith Taker Open review
Colm chats to Rich and Darren about the weekends 96 player Sith Taker Open! They chat about how the weekend went, a few thank you's, discuss the top 4 lists in Swiss and top 4 in the cut. Plus Producer Tim managed to grab eventual winner Tom Reed for an interview at the end.
Don't forget we streamed a lot of games which are available to watch at twitch.tv/sithtakers and will be uploading them to YouTube soon (some with additional commentary!)
Cast – Darren, Rich and Colm Producer – Tim Recorded 03/02/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Kanye West - Homecoming Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 141 - LVO to STO
Bob is join my Will and Colm to talk about LVO results and the awersome Sith taker open which is happening this weekend! 1/02/2020. They even stick to time as well...which is nice....
Cast – Bob Dee, Will Pintar and Colm Brown Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 26/01/2020
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Europe - The Final Countdown (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 141 - Getting Hyped for the Open
Darren has a go at hosting, and is joined by Bob Dee and special guest Rob Ramm to chat about the Hyperspace event that happened at IQ this weekend. What lists Bob & Rob took and what they played against plus a couple of interactions you may have not come across before!
All good practice ahead of the Sith Taker and UK System Opens taking place over the next couple of weeks.
Cast – Darren & Bob with special guest Rob Ramm Producer – Tim Recorded 26/01/19 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Village People - In the Navy OFFICIAL Music Video 1978 Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 140 - Friday Night and the Points are Right?
Will, Rich and Bob discuss some of the stand out changes from the recent points update
Cast – Will, Rich, Bob Producer – Colm Recorded 17/01/19 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Alice Cooper - He's Back (The Man Behind The Mask)
Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 139 - New Everything
Will is joined by Rich and Colm to discuss the changes to hyperspace and the impact on Both the Hyperspace and Extend format. They also touch on points changes, but more to come of that over the next few episodes.
Cast – Ranty Will Pintar, The ever talking Rich Polly, and the velvety voiced, Colm Brown Producer – Sean "the Legend" Milligan Recorded 11/01/2020 via skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – BLACK SABBATH • Changes • 1972 Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 138 - 2020 Vision
Will is joined by Rich and Darren for the first show of the new year, and the last one before the next points change! Couple of spoiler articles landed over the break which the lads chat about.
As we go down from 3 shows a week the shows will get a bit longer but still fairly bite sized. This is 40 minutes but hopefully still gold. Hope you enjoy!
Cast – Will P, Rich P, Darrn G Producer – Tim K Recorded 06/01/2020 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Jimmy Cliff - I Can See Clearly Now (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 137 - A Merry Sithmas
Will is joined by everyone for an extra special Christmas Episode, were we all talk about what we enjoyed in 2019. What we’re looking forward to in 2020 and generally have some good banter.
As a special treat, we've decided to leave the episode mostly unedited just to show the hardship which Sean and Tim struggle with, when trying to actually edit an episode. (including the bit were Sean forgets to switch his mic on)
We all hope you have a great Christmas (and any other holiday) and all the best for the new year.
Cast – Will P, Rich P, Colm B, Producer Tim, Darrn G and Sean "the legend" M Producer – Sean "the Legend" Milligan Recorded 22/12/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Bo Selecta - Proper Crimbo Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 136 - Festive joy
FFG have given us some joyful news at the Festive time of year with a load on sneak peaks and reveals for pilots and card packs that will be hitting our tabletop's in 2020! Find out what the Sith Takers thought here!
Cast – Colm, Richard and Will Producer – Tim Recorded 16/12/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Shakin' Stevens - Merry Christmas Everyone (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 135 - Points Wish List Part 2
Colm is join by Rich to talk over some points changes they would like to see for Scum, Rebels and Imperials in January
Cast – Colm Brown, Richard Polly Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 16/12/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6liVLkW-U8 Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 134 - Points Wishlist
Will, Rich and Colm discuss their hopes and expectations for the January points changes for CIS, Republic, First Order, and Resistance
Cast – Will, Rich, and Colm Producer – Colm Recorded on 11/12/19 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Doris Day - Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be Will Be) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 133 - Weekend Warlords HST
Colm interviews Will and special guest Jason Denton (of Enigma Wargaming) about their recent trip to Weekend Warlord's for their Hyperspace Trial.
How did they get on, what did they run and who won it?
You can find all the lists, pairings and results on the event page on tabletop TO https://tabletop.to/hyperspace-2019
Cast – Bob, Will and special guest Jason Producer – Tim Recorded via Skype on 08/12/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Weekend Warrior (2015 Remaster) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 132 - (yet another) Squad building show
Another show about list building! Bob and Darren are joined by X-wing Blogger, stato and analyst David Sutcliffe from the Stay on the Leader Blog to chat about David's approach to squad building!
You can find David's blog here: https://stayontheleader.blogspot.com
Cast – Bob, Darren and special guest David Producer – Tim Recorded via Skype on 05/12/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – O Brother, Where Art Thou? - Constant Sorrow [1080p] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 131 - List Building With Your Favourite Ships
Will and Rich discuss how to build a list around your favourite ships and a few general tips for beginners.
Cast – Will and Rich Producer – Colm Recorded via Skype on 02/12/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Build Me Up Buttercup - The Foundations Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 130 - How we all got good! (Well...not as bad)
Colm is joined by Rich and Sean to talk about what made them better at Xwing and the Pro's and Cons of talking to a rubber duck.
Cast – Colm Brown, Richard Polly and Sean Milligan Producer – Sean Milligan 28/11/2019 Via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Daft Punk - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 129 - System Open Format
Bob is joined by Colm and Sean to discuss the new System Open format and try and find a conspracy theory regarding the delayed ships.
Sorry about the Click noise, i did'nt realise that the recording was picking up me (Sean) turning my Mic off. I edited as many out as possible, but some were to tricky to remove.
Cast – Bob Dee, Colm Brown and Sean Milligan Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded when and how Skype - 25/11/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Star Wars V (The Complete Score) - Hyperspace Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 128 - Hyperspace Trial Bristol
Bob chats to Rich about his recent trip down to the South West for the 60+ player Hyperspace Trial that took place in Bristol over the weekend. How did Rich do? what did he fly? And who did well at the event? - all will be revealed!
Cast – Bob Dee & Richard Polley Producer – Tim King Recorded 24/11/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Wurzels - Combine Harvester Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 127 - Waiting for the weekend
Colm & Will catch up on some of the news from the week; couple of events Sith Takers will be attending and touch briefly on the FFG Squad Builder App and the Mandalorian.
Cast – Colm Brown & Will Pintar Producer – Tim King Recorded 21/11/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Michael Gray - The Weekend (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 126 - All the Grand championships.......
Colm is joined by Darren and Rich to talk about intresting lists from some of the Grand Championships which have happened over the past few weeks
Cast – Colm Brown, Darren Grainger and Richard Polly Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 17/11/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Alien Ant Farm - Smooth Criminal Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 125 - Cork Hyperspace...the aftermath
Rich and Colm are joined by Gary McDowell to talk about the Cork Hyperspace Tail.
Cast – Richard Polly, Colm Brown and guest Gary McDowell Producer – list the person Recorded 17/11/2019 Via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The hobbit - Blunt the knives scene in FULL HD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JBHPFiFWRk Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 124 - Cork Hyper Space Trail Prep
Will is joined by Colm and Sean and discuss are podcast team building trip to Cork Hyperspace this weekend. We're all very very excited to visiting Cork and meeting a lot of the Irish players and perhaps having a Guinness or two....
Cast – Will Pintar, Colm Brown and Sean Milligan Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 06112019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The High Kings, Rocky Road to Dublin Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 123 - Spanish Grand Championship (Aka Nationals)
Will is joined by Colm and, new full-time podcaster member, Darren to talk over the Top 8 list from Spanish Grand Championship played over the last weekend and their interesting looking meta.
Also.....before you mention it on reedit, we've already told Darren a B-wing can't focus and evade....
Cast – Will Pintar, Colm Brown and Darren Grainger Producer – Sean Milligan Recorded 03/11/2019 via skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Ricky Martin - Livin' La Vida Loca (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 122 - League of Locals
It's almost time for the latest season of the Cog'o'Two Stockport Superleague to kickoff for us up at Element Games in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Will is joined by League Commissioner Colm to chat about our league and some of the things we do that you might want to try at your local league nights.
There is also a quick chat about the Portsmouth Hyperspace Trial to round off the episode.
Sign-ups are open for the League and although you don't have to play all the games at the venue - you should be prepared to play most of them there if you want to join in. Search for Cog'o'Two Stockport Superleague for more info
Cast – Colm Brown & Will Pintar Producer – Tim King Recorded live via Skype 03/11/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Human League - Mirror Man Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Outer Rim
FFGs Star Wars boardgame has been out for a few months now and Bob is joined by special guest Marcus to discuss if it's more than just a dice expansion for X-wing.
Cast – Bob and Marcus Producer – Colm Recorded via Skype on 31/10/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Queen - Play The Game Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Colm announces the grand prize for the Sith Taker Open, taking place at Element games on the 1st and 2nd of February 2020.
https://www.facebook.com/events/345339476188363/ https://elementgames.co.uk/event-tickets/star-wars-miniatures-games/sith-taker-gt-2020.
Rich then Chats to Colm and Sean about why the resistance may not have been represented in the top 16 at worlds as well as a host of other X wing topics happening over the past weekend.
Episode 118 - World's Wrap-up
Will catches up with Ben and special guest Mishary Al-Faris (who joins us live from Kuwait) to talk about their experiences of the 2019 X-wing World Champs. Mishary has been to a few World Champs now, as well as being a regular at the UK's Premier level events, but for Ben it was his first World Champs. How did they both find the event and how did they both fair?
Cast – Will , Ben and Mishary Producer – Tim Recorded 27/10/2019 via skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Espisode 117 - Lost in Space!.....and maybe Hull
Will is joined by Colm and Adam to chat over the anti meta from worlds 2019. The ships were't represented and why we think that is. We also catch up with results from the Hull Hyperspace Trail.
Cast – Will Pintar, Colm Brown, Adam Shipley Producer – Sean Milli
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Lost in Space Theme tune https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=712ns4jnG-k Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 116 - Worlds Day 2
Rich talks about the final few rounds of Day 2 of X-wing, congratulates the overall winner and chats about the meta and interesting lists coming out of the top cut. Will and Adam try and add their thoughts into the process when Rich lets them.
Cast: Richard Polly, Will Pintar and Adam shipley Producer: Sean Milligan Recorded: Sunday 20/10/2019
Worlds Day One
Bob and Will discuss the results from the first day of the X-wing World Championships including how the gang are getting on, the Last Chance Qualifier, and the Coruscant Invitational
Cast – Bob and Will Producer – Colm Recorded 17/10/19 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Daft Punk - Around the World Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Producer Tim Reporting In
Tim and Ben drop a brief update of how Minnesota is treating them before the X-wing World Championships kick off.
Cast – Tim and Ben Producer – Colm Recorded via Skype on 15/10/2019
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Jetty Lee Lewis - Meatman, Live At the Church Street Station de Orlando, Florida Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode Episode 114 - IQ Hyperspace Trail
Colm is join by Will and specail guest Stuart Blucke chat over results, lists and the amount of fun they had at they IQ Games Hyper space Trail over the weekend.
Cast – Colm Brown, Will Pintar and Stuart Blucke Producer – Sean Milligan
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – Last of the Summer Wine theme - Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Producer Tim is unleashed to discuss his upcoming trip to X-Wing Worlds alongside Bob and special guest Ben Hibbert. Topics covered include lists, the meta, travelling, and blueberries.
Cast – Bob, Tim and Ben Producer – Colm Recorded 10/10/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro – The Eve of the War · Jeff Wayne · The War of the Worlds Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 112 - JustPlay Games Hyperspace Trial
Will chats to Sean and special guest Adam Shipley about Saturday's Hyperspace Trial at JustPlay Games in Liverpool. How the pair got on, who won it and what about the new big bad - The Nantex! Is it all conquering - listen to find out!
Cast - Will & Sean plus special guest Adam Shipley Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 06/10/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Beatles - Revolution Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 111 - Epic news
Adam is joined by Bob and Kris to chat about the news we've had on the upcoming Epic game mode releases. New format, re-released ships, new rules and some of the cards. Will you try out Epic when it lands?
Cast - Bob, Adam and Kris Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded03/10/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - AC/DC - Big Gun (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 110 - Sky fall
Colm is joined by Bob and Will and the topic is the impact the Nantex is having on the game and the player base - Good, bad or Ugly? Some people hate the ship and it's new play style but is this just a big meta shake up that players need to adapt to? Is the Nantex going to be all conquering or does it have flaws? Find out what the guys think on today's show!
Cast - Bob, Will and Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 30/09/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Motorhead - Adele - Skyfall (Lyric Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 109 - Just Play Tournament Talk
Colm brings us more news about the Sith Taker Open coming in Early 2020 and he then talks to Adam and Sean about what lists the three of them are taking to Just Play's Hyperspace Trial this weekend in Liverpool.
You can find out more details on the Sith Taker Open on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/events/345339476188363/
Cast - Colm, Adam and Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/09/2019 via Skype.
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - A-ha - Take on Me Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 108 - Getting Hyped again for Hyperspace
Colm is joined by Bob & Will to chat over some of the changes we've seen between Hyperspace seasons now we have the second wave of events about to hit the event calendar. What might we see, what will have gone and what are maybe some of the differences between Hyperspace and Extended lists that are doing well.
Cast - Will, Colm & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 26/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Earth, Wind & Fire - September (Official Music Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 107 - Warming up to Wave 5
Will is joined by Colm & Rich to chat about some of the bits they've been flying of late. What's been working and how are the Wave 5 ships and upgrades fitting in now they've had a week or so to play and test.
Cast - Will, Colm & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Human League - Don't You Want Me (1981). Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 106 - Refreshed Rules Reference
Will is joined by Colm & Rich to discuss some of the updates we've seen to the Rules Reference - and what you should know about for upcoming games! Ability queue, strain, tractor tokens... all have received big changes!
The updated rules reference can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/yyh9mrvq
Cast - Will, Colm & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 12/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Episode 106 - Refreshed Rules Reference Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 105 - How to train your Imp Aces with Dale
Will is joined by Euro's 2019 Top 8 player and probably one of the most consistent players with Imp Aces around, Dale Cromwell, to talk about all things about his favourite list. What and who are the stars, how he goes about games and what lists pose him the biggest challenges. A massive thanks to Dale for taking the time to come on and talk to us!
Cast - Will with special guest Dale Cromwell Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 18/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - how to train your dragon - Flying theme Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 104 - 2.0 One year on [Part 2]
Part two of our look in to X-wing 2.0 one year on. Adam joins Bob & Rich to cover some of the changes that we've seen in the last year. Some have gone down well, others not so much. All in all I think we're all quite happy where the game is at the moment and the varied (well more varied...) meta we have than under 1.0.
Wonder what the year ahead will bring to the game?
Cast - Bob, Adam and Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 15/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Eagle-Eye Cherry - Are You Still Having Fun? (Official Music Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 103 - 2.0 One year on [Part 1]
Bob, Colm and Rich take part in the first of two shows going out this week on the first birthday for X-wing 2.0. How do they feel about the game 1 year on, what's changed for the good and what might still need looking at. Where does the game go from here?
Cast - Bob, Colm and Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 15/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - It's my birthday | Grandmaster Jam Session | Thor Ragnarok Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 102 - Welcome Wave 5
The cast headed down to Element Games in Stockport for the midnight release of Wave 5 and got their hands on the Nantex and Republic Y-wing. We hear from Bob, Colm, Will and Darren about their first impressions of the ships in action plus thoughts on where lists might go over the next few weeks leading up to World's.
Don't forget you can order your X-wing goodies including Wave 5 from Element Games with a great discount, speedy delivery plus you'll help support the podcast with a little commission when you use the following affiliate link https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=10304
Cast - Bob, Colm, Darren and Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 13/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Reel 2 Real - I Like To Move It HQ [1994] Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 101 - Brain Matters
Jan Ullerup from Pink Squadron has sent us some interesting data on the current meta and Bob, Colm and Will take a dive into the data to see what they can find from it. You can find the original article here:
https://www.pinksquadron.dk/2019/09/state-of-the-meta-wave-4-is-nearly-over/?fbclid=IwAR0lXJYfR_6ucquWvJTDkHNpbM5nWSk-6BHnLbFrcSfT2niLe5aFQzeF9pU
Cast - Bob, Colm and Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 09/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Cypress Hill - Insane In The Brain (Official Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 100 - One Hundred not Out!
It's out 100th episode! And to celebrate we're joined all the way from the USA by Dee Yun from the Fly Better Pod Cast!! Bob & Rich chat to Dee about all things pod casting. How do they get motivated for shows and how important community interaction is with the cast members.
A massive thanks from all of us at the Sith Takers Snap Shots for listening to the show and letting us know what you think. It's been a blast and hope to keep going for many more!
Cast - Bob, Rich and special guest Dee Yunn Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Limp Bizkit - Rollin' (Official Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 99 - Y's and the World's
Colm, Bob and Rich get together to discuss the latest teaser article from FFG about the Galactic Republic Y-wing. What do they think will be good and what maybe not so good!
Link to article: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2019/8/28/lead-the-attack/
Then they cover the 2019 X-wing World Championship prize article that has got everyone excited for the alt paint scheme Plo Koon that every player will get for taking part!
Link to the article: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2019/9/4/a-duel-in-the-stars/
Cast - Colm, Bob and Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 05/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Just Dance 2014 YMCA Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 98 - Team Ireland
Colm is joined by Team Ireland members Cormac Higgins and Gary Colton to chat about the XTC and their experiences of the 2019 European's plus a bit about the local scene in Ireland and the upcoming Hyperspace Trial in November that is being run in Cork.
Event details if you fancy making the trip https://www.facebook.com/events/512867785920721/
Cast - Colm with special guests Cormac and Gary from Team Ireland Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 01/09/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Cranberries - Zombie (Official Music Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 97 - Down Under
Adam catches up with Julian Hood who's returned to the motherland for the Australian System Open. Find out more about the local scene in Oz, how the first ever System open Down under went and the guys discuss the lists that made it to the final!
Cast - Adam and Julian Hood Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Men At Work - Down Under (Official Video) Used without permission, it's just for fun!
Episode 96 - Euro 19 Finalist Interview with Ashok
Will sits down to chat with Euro Continental Championship finalist & 6-0 Swiss finisher Ashok Hemmings.
Will wants to find out more about Ashok's list including why he went for this particular version of Jedi including obstacle choices and what changes he'd consider making for the future. We also find out about his games and what other list posed greater challenges to Ashok's run to the final!
Cast - Will and special guard Ashok Hemmings Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Dropkick Murphys UNTIL THE NEXT TIME (official video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 95 - Sith Takers at the Euro's
Will chats to Bob and Tim about the experiences at the 2019 XTC and European Continental Championships that took place in Krakow at the weekend. How their games went and what they thought of the event in general.
Cast - Will, Tim & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 27/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Chemical Brothers - Galvanize (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 94 - Euro 19 Final
Will & Colm cover the winners of the 2019 European Continental Champs and XTC plus some interesting list from the Top Cut at Euro's.
Cast - Will & Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 19/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - David Hasselhoff - True Survivor (from "Kung Fury") [Official Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 93 - Euro Vision
Producer Tim is joined by Sean and fellow Euro attendee Darren Grainger to chat about the first days gaming at the 2019 XTC before a brief introduction to Euro's and the lists Tim & Darren will be running on Day 1b at the 2019 FFG European Continental Champs.
If you see Tim he'll be willing to trade Mighty Morphin Inferno Squadron alt arts for Caffeine so come and say hello!
Best of luck everyone and we'll be back next week with the aftermath and results!
Cast - Tim, Sean and Darren Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 19/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Sunstroke Project & Olia Tira - Run Away (Moldova) Live 2010 Eurovision Song Contest Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 92 - Ready Room Results
Bob & Colm re-cap the weekends action with a discussion about the top lists from the German Grand Championship and the Ready Room event. They are joined by the Ready Room Tournament winner, Al Watson, and chat about his Scum list and what makes it tick plus let us know how much money was raised for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Cast - Colm, Bob and special guest Al Watson Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 19/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Queens Of The Stone Age - No One Knows (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 91 - Chase the Sun
Bob & Colm discuss some more of the details from wave 5 & 6 spoiler articles we've seen recently from Fantasy Flight Games, especially that of the Nantex-class Star Fighter and Major Vonreg’s TIE. What do they think will be good and what will we see on a tabletop very soon!
Link to the articles: Nantex https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2019/8/13/pulling-the-strings/ Vonreg https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2019/8/1/echoes-of-war/
Cast - Colm, Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 15/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Planet Funk - Chase the sun original song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 90 - Buenos Aires into XTC
Bob, Colm and Sean take a brief look at the lists doing well at last weekends Buenos Aires Open before starting to have a look over some of the lists from next weeks X-wing Team Champs in Krakow, Poland.
Cast - Colm, Bob and Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 12/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Buenos Aires - Glee [HD Full Studio] [Complete] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 89 - GenCon lists
Rich & Adam chat about some of the top lists that featured at last weekends North American Grand Champs at GenCon
Cast - Adam & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Yolanda Be Cool & DCUP - We No Speak Americano (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 88 - Ready Room Rally
On Saturday 17th August the X-wing Ready Room Facebook page are going to be running a charity x-wing event at Element Games in Stockport, Greater Manchester.
Bob & Adam are joined by Event Organiser Will to chat about the event, what it's raising funds for and some of the prizes on offer. If you fancy joining us for a day's gaming you can find more about the event here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/298531247533740/
Cast - Bob, Adam & special guest Will Sheard Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Deee-Lite - Groove Is In The Heart (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 87 - Sith Takers August event
Following a great day's gaming at the Sith Takers latest monthly event at Element Games in Stockport, Bob & Adam catch up with event champ Rob Ramm who took a Separatist list to victoy. Find out what Bob & Rob were both flying and how their games went!
If you want to see the lists the players were running and how the events went check it all out on tabletop.to https://tabletop.to/sith-takers-august-extended-event
Cast - Bob, Adam & special guest Rob Ramm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Smash Mouth - All Star (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 86 - Have you heard about the word?
Lots of news coming out of GenCon! Bob, Colm and Sean sift through some of the information we got from the inflight report and other snippets FFG & others have posted up. New ships, new pilots, reboxed ships coming in Wave 6!
Cast - Bob, Colm and Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 01/08/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Trashmen - Surfing Bird 10 hour version Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 85 - Floor Rules & Paris
Bob, Colm and Sean get together to discuss the top two lists from last weekend's Paris System Open and a general chat about the recent floor rules that FFG have released. What impact we think it might have on the game and are they a good thing or not.
Simon from First Earth was streaming over the weekend and has uploaded the games to his YouTube channel. Please check them out and support him if you appreciate his work! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCndKEKhQjn88LapD1BRhdAg
You can find the Floor Rules here: https://images-cdn.fantasyflightgames.com/filer_public/e0/4f/e04f6d73-6e5e-4351-b067-0020f070365a/fantasy_flight_floor_rules.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1pp4yCUNV9h2TYTqeMA8fTFiJXq5Qbf3Gch1DuE-i329zqm68yaX4iqik
Cast - Bob, Colm and Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/07/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Drowning Pool-Let the Bodies Hit The Floor Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 84 - July Rebel
Colm & Tim are joined by fellow Sith Taker Kris on a day's gaming down at Rebel Base Gaming in Congleton. Find out how they got on and the lists they ran in this quick report from the road!
Cast - Tim, Colm and Kris Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 28/07/2019 live from Rebel Base Gaming
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Republica - Ready to Go (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 83 - Aces High
Recorded live from Element Games at our weekly club night Bob is joined by fellow Sith Taker Jason Denton, from Enigma Wargaming, and visiting us for the night special guest Jere Koskela, Hanover System Open Champion, to talk about Imperial Aces. How they fly, what sort of mindset you need and specifically his favourite ships in the Imperial Faction.
Cast - Bob, Jason and special guest Jere Koskela Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 23/07/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Motorhead - Ace Of Spades Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 82 - Meta Mystics
Colm, Bob & Will take a stab at looking into how the current Tournament Meta is shaping up. With the lack of Premier level events since the points change and with the French Open not using Wave 4 all eyes will start turning towards the 2019 Euro's in Krakow for the next hotness!
What do you think will be rising to the top in Poland?
Cast - Bob, Colm, Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 21/07/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Blossoms - Charlemagne Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 81 - Forged in Fire
Colm & Will chat to Bob about his trip to The Forge in Manchester for a Hyperspace event. What list he took, how his games went and what else was around.
Cast - Bob, Colm, Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 21/07/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Electric Light Orchestra - Mr. Blue Sky Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 80 - Snap Shots Basics Separatist Alliance
Adam hosts our next Snap Shots Basics faction focus, this time it's the Separatist Alliance! The Basics is a series of shows designed to break the topic down for new and old players alike. Adam is joined by Will Pintar and Jack Mooney who chat about the stand out ships and upgrades from the faction. Do you agree with them? How have you found the Droids? Let us know!
Cast - Adam, Will and Jack Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 16/07/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Beastie Boys - Intergalactic (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 79 - July Sith Takers Tournament Report
Colm chats to Adam, Producer Tim and, first time to the show, Michael about their lists and games at the recent Sith Takers Tournament held at Element Games. 18 players took part and it was the first local event to feature wave 4 ships. How did the cast get on? Find out plus you can check out the results and lists of all 18 players here:
https://tabletop.to/sith-takers-tournament-july-extended
Cast - Colm, Adam, Michael and Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 15/07/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Sonic X - Theme Song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 78 - Friday Filibuster
It's Friday and we've had a couple of events with the new points. Will catches up with Rich & Colm to find out what they took on Tuesday, how they got on PLUS with Wave 4 releasing today we have our final thoughts on the new toys before getting our hands on them finally!
Cast - Colm, Rich & Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/07/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Scatman (Ski Ba Bop Ba Dop Bop) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 77 - Snap Shot Basics First Order
Our second Basics episode covers the First Order. What are their stand out ships, what are you likely to see, how do they fly and tips for new and veteran players alike when facing one of the smaller factions in X-wing 2nd Edition.
Cast - Colm, Sean & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/07/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - New Order - True Faith (1987) (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 76 - Happy Mondays
Adam checks in with Colm & Sean who were both away at events this weekend. Colm headed down to Stafford to take part in the event being run as part of the Barrage Wargames show and Sean went to Chester to play in the Gauntlet run by the Deeside Defenders.
Cast - Colm, Sean & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/07/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Happy Mondays - Step On Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 75 - What are we taking?
So we've all had the new points for a little over a week, Colm is joined by Will & Adam to chat about the lists they've been trying, what they've been flying against and maybe some other lists that have been chatted about!
Cast - Colm, Will & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/07/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Twisted Sister - We're Not Gonna Take It (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 74 - Snap Shot Basics Scum & Villainy
The first in a new series of Podcast shows - 'Snap Shot Basics' - where the cast chat over some more of the core concepts of the game. Hopefully beneficial for new & veteran players alike!
First Snap Shot Basics introduces the Scum & Villainy faction - what makes them tick and what should players look out for
Cast - Bob, Will & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 23/06/2019 live on the road Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Tears For Fears - Break It Down Again Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 73 - New Lease of Life
Our first local Tournament post Summer points update, Producer Tim armed with his mic takes a trip up to IQ Games in Huddersfield and chats to some of the players about their lists & games
Cast - Tim, Kris with special guests Rob & Alain Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 30/06/2019 live on the road
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Girls Aloud - Something New Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 72 - Eye catching Baddies
In our final show about the Summer Squad points update it's the turn of the baddies and we've split the show into two halves. First up Colm & Adam chat about the changes to the First Order and Galactic Empire followed by Bob & Will who tackle the Scum & Villainy and Separatists factions.
Cast - Colm, Adam, Will & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 27/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Alexandra Burke - Bad Boys ft. Flo Rida (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 71 - Good look at the Good guys
Colm,Rich & Adam look over the Good Guys post Summer points update. Rebels, Resistance and Republic. It's a half hour show so still only scrapping the surface - let us know if you think the guys missed something!
Cast - Colm, Rich & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 26/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Welcome To The Jungle - Guns N'Roses Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 70 - Summer points update
Colm, Bob & Adam give their initial thoughts on the 2019 Summer Points update. Some of the biggest changes plus how the update has affected the 'current' Top meta lists.
We'll be back to have a more in-depth look over the next couple of episodes.
Cast - Colm, Bob & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/06/2019 live from the Element Games NWGC
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - R.E.M - It's The End Of The World As We Know It (and I Feel Fine) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 69 - Wishful Thinking
What do you hope goes up or down in the imminent points update?
Will, Bob & Adam get together to discuss what they feel needs changing and why. But it's not all about Nerfs - some ships are in desperate need of a points drop to make them more viable and hopefully taken in a new look meta coming to the tabletop soon!
Cast - Will, Bob & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 23/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - When You Wish Upon A Star - sung by Jiminy Cricket (Cliff Edwards) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 68 - Suitably Separatist
Rich & Colm quiz Will on his Separatist lists. What's been working? Infiltrators? Droids? The reasons behind running his list the way he does and some things he's looking forward to from future waves!
Cast - Will, Colm & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 19/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Terminator Soundtrack - Main Theme Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 67 - Rebel Beef Pasty
Will & Rich catch up with one of the recent Hyperspace Trial Champions in the UK - Chris Burnett of Tin Squadron - who took home the title at last weekends HST at Kirton Games in the South West!
They chat about his list and the games he played plus a little about the gaming scene in the South West.
Check out Kirton Games' Twitch for the streamed games from the event https://www.twitch.tv/kirtongames
And for those who haven't had the joy of tasting a pasty... it's a great way to have your Beef!! :D https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pasty
Cast - Will & Rich with special guest Chris Burnett Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 19/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - With A Little Help From My Friends (Remastered 2009) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 66 - The Team Challenge
After a great days gaming at Element Games in Stockport the Sith Takers emerge victorious after the Team Challenge from IQ Games. Join Tim, Colm, Stuart and Rob as they re-cap the days gaming and talk about the highs and lows of Team X-wing play!
We'd like to thank the Team from IQ Games - Stuart, Rob, Paul, Will, Jon, Mark and Alain - for making the trip to Stockport and for the games! And look forward to defending the title in a re-match at IQ in the near future!
You can find the lists, match ups and results on tabletop.to https://tabletop.to/iq-vs-sith-takers-team-challenge/ladder
Cast - Colm, Tim with guests Stuart & Rob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 16/06/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Queen - We Are The Champions (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 65 - IQ Games challenge the Sith Takers
IQ Games have challenged the Sith Takers to a 7 on 7 Team event! One player per faction and 4 random pairings of IQ vs Sith Taker.
Stuart Blucke and Rob Ramm join Colm and Producer Tim to discuss the two team's lists and also what it was like to plan and prep a team for the challenge!
Link to both team's lists https://www.dropbox.com/s/45c6xxunimn98zv/Sith%20Takers%20Team.pdf?dl=0 You may need to copy and past this in to your web browser
Cast - Colm, Tim with guests Stuart & Rob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 12/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bill Conti - Gonna Fly Now (Theme From Rocky) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 64 - Curious about Coran
A quick mid-week episode where Colm, Dan and Sean get together to discuss a couple of interesting, successful lists from the weekend. First up quad Star Vipers but the main focus is Han-brake Han's new partner - Coran Horn! What makes the list tick and what do the cast members think on the list!
Cast - Colm, Dan & Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Audio Bullys - Shot You Down (Feat. Nancy Sinatra) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 63 - Rebel Beef Bologna
Colm catches up with Bob after he returns to the UK after spending the weekend in Bologna for the Italian System Open.
Find out how Bob got on plus interviews with the 2019 Italian System Open Champion flying his own flavour of Rebel Beef - Alessandro Marmorini, 6-0 day 1 Swiss player Roger Bussinger flying quad U-wings plus fellow Brit Darren Grainger who took Rebel Beef 5-0 in the Hyperspace Qualifier on day two!
Cast - Bob & Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/06/2019 live via Skype and on the road over the weekend
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Portugal. The Man - "Feel It Still" (Official Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 62 - Resistance leaks
Colm is joined by Adam and Dan to chat about the recent leaks from the Resistance Transport coming in Wave 4. What cards have caught there eyes and, in the absence of points, what might feature in the meta and create some cool combo's!
Cast - Colm, Dan & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 06/06/2019 via skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Alex Gaudino feat. Crystal Waters - Destination Calabria [Explicit Version] [Official Video] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 61 - Post Expo Pondering
Colm & Bob are joined by fellow Sith Taker Sean who made the Top 16 at the UK Grand Championships to discuss faction break downs and who did better/worse than the average. Also as Sean took Rebel Beef to the cut they chat about the strengths and weaknesses of the list and how Sean found it performed over the weekend.
Cast - Bob, Colm & Sean Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/06/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Geordie Shore music theme Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 60 - UK Grand Champs 2019
Producer Tim grabs Bob, Rich and Ed for a quick chat on the way home from the 2019 UK Grand Championships at UK Games Expo. A quick overview on how the four got on and their experiences at the event and the Games Expo. We'll be back later in the week with more indepth discussion on lists and faction break downs.
Cast - Tim, Bob, Rich & Ed Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 02/06/2019 live on the Road
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Loverboy - Working For The Weekend Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 59 - Let's go Expo!
Colm chats to Rich and Tim (yes we let him out again!) about the lists they're taking to the UK Grand Championships (Nationals) at UK Games Expo. Now it's extended format how do the duo think their Hyperspace lists will fair and what are they worried about.
Best of luck to all participants. If you see a Sith Taker about please come and say hello! We'll be covering the results over the next show or two!
Cast - Colm, Rich & Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - 2 Unlimited- Get Ready For This HD Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 58 - Fair Play
At the weekend we asked for topics you'd like to hear us chat about and Lian Smith asked for a show on Game Etiquitte. Bob & Will take up the challenge and discuss some things you can do to improve your game play and improve the experience of those you're playing against. Also some things you should look to avoid doing! If you have an idea for a show please let us know!
Cast - Bob & Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Inner Circle- Bad Boys Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 57 - Atlanta Open
Bob, Colm and Dan chat about the weekend's gaming from Fanboy 3 in Manchester and the Atlanta System Open. The state of the Extended meta, a little bit of list discussion and Colm gets all ranty about Rey!
Cast - Bob, Colm & Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 27/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Mötley Crüe - Same Old Situation Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 56 - The State of Scum
Will hosts Adam & Rich as they discuss the Scum faction. What lists are we seeing currently and how are they fairing as a faction post-points change and what might they see to hope change in their future?
Cast - Will, Adam & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Communards - Don't Leave Me This Way (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 55 - Boards, Swords & Malmö
Colm is joined by Adam and Ed to chat about their lists and games from the Hyperpace Trial at Boards & Swords in Derby that happened last weekend. Find out how the lads got on plus we chat about the System Open from Malmö, Sweden. The winning and other interesting lists in the top cut!
Cast - Colm, Adam and Ed Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 20/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Abba - Take A Chance On Me Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 54 - Naboo Starfighter preview
Rich, Adam and Colm get together to discuss the Naboo N-1 Starfighter which FFG have just revealed in greater detail in their latest spoiler article. What pilots and cards might we see, any neat tricks and abilities? All will be revealed!
You can find the article on FFG's website https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2019/5/20/new-tricks/
Cast - Colm, Rich & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 20/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Star Wars (Space Battle over Naboo) HD Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 53 - List Offense Defence
Bob & Will are joined by Tom Reed to chat about list design philosophy and specifically Offensive and Defensive lists. What makes a list, what you should look for as a player when writing and flying these types of lists and how they've moved from 1.0 to 2.0.
Apologies for the audio quality on this one. Restless ewoks rustling away during the chat!
Cast - Colm, Will & Tom Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 15/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Lock S-foils in attack position from Return of the Jedi Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 52 - May be Hyenas?
Bob is joined by Colm and Adam to chat about last weekend's Hyperspace Trials in the UK and the new spoiler article telling us more about the Hyena bombers and some of the cards and ships we might see on the table top soon!
Cast - Colm, Bob & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 13/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 51 - Robot Rock
Colm & Rich sit down to discuss some of the Separatist lists & ships that are starting to appear at the top of events. What upgrades and tricks to look out for and some list ideas they might try our over the next week or two.
Cast - Colm & Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 12/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Daft Punk - Robot Rock Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 50 - Snap Shots Five-0
It's our 50th episode! Firstly we want to thank all the listeners and contributors to the podcast - it's been really good fun making it and hope to keep going for a while longer yet!
Today Colm is joined by Dan, Will and Adam to talk about Meta-wing, a website that takes standings and list builds and using some mathematical wizardry provides us some useful stats about what lists, pilots, ships, upgrades and list archetypes are doing well.... and some not so!
Check out Meta-wing here: https://meta.listfortress.com/
Cast - Colm, Dan, Will & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 09/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Hawaii Five-O - Theme Song [Full Version] Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 49 - Where are they now?
Bob, Colm and Rich get together to chat about early meta top choices, where are they now and what makes something go out of fashion.
Cast - Bob, Rich & Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 06/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (Official Music Video) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 48 - May the Fourth gaming
Colm, Dan & Bob get together to discuss some of the gaming that took part on Star Wars day in the UK. Events at IQ Game and Fanboy Three that Sith Takers went to plys a brief touch on Entoyment's Hyperspace Trial and the UK Team Champs.
Cast - Bob, Colm, Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 05/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Anakin & Obi Wan 'May the Force be with you' Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 47 - Wave 4 wonderings
Bob is joined by Adam & Rich to chat about the recent announcement on the UK Grand Champs (formerly Hyperspace Cup, Formerly Nationals) changing format and also some of the new releases spoiled for the upcoming Wave 4 releases!
If you want to grab your Wave 4 Pre-orders you can do so AND support the podcast by buying from the this link from Element Games! It's linked to our affiliate account and we get a commission on all orders bought through it!
So if you want discounted space ships AND help us buy better equipment - click the link!
https://elementgames.co.uk/wargames-and-miniatures/star-wars-x-wing/x-wing-second-edition?d=10304
Cast - Bob, Adam & Rich... and Rich's cat! Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 01/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Anakin Blows Up The Control Ship - Star Wars Episode 1 "The Phantom Menace" Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 46 - Denver System Open
Bob is joined by Adam Shipley & Phill Blackmore to chat about their trip to the States to take part in the Denver System Open.
Sound quality in the interview between Andrew Nuckols and Adam is a little sketchy but it was live and with a portable mic so please bear with us!
Cast - Bob with special guests Adam & Phill Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 01/05/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - John Denver - Rocky Mountain High (Audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 45 - Art Attack
Bob & Colm have been away in Denver at the system open and we should be hearing more about that later in the week. Today Will chats to Jason from Enigma Wargaming about the German system open and painting X-wing ships!
Cast - Will & Jason Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Art Attack International Theme Music (1998) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 44 - Rebel Rebel
Will is joined by fellow Sith Takers Ben & Rich to discuss recent event metas, what's been doing well, as well as some general list discussion about what the guys are flying and what they're working towards.
Cast - Will, Ben, Rich Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - David Bowie - Rebel Rebel Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 43 - Fat Han Fanboy
Bob & Will grab the finalists from the Hyperspace Trial at Fanboy Three in Manchester, fresh after their game on Monday night, to find out what they were taking, how the day went and what happened in the final!
Cast - Bob, Will, Jack and Alistair Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/04/2019 live from Fanboy Three
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Britney Spears - Oops!...I Did It Again Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 42 - UK Open lists
Although a lot of the talk has been about Quad Phantom & Fat Han Bob & Dan take a look at the other lists in the top cut at the 2019 UK Open. A couple of lists that did well with some interesting builds and tricks.
Cast - Dan & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 20/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Slade - Okey Cokey - Get It Together (1979) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 41 - UK System Open summary
Will, Adam & Bob give their verdict on the 2019 UK System open. Discussing the venue, facilities and their gaming!
Cast - Will, Adam & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 16/04/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Mad Max Fury Road Oh, what a day, what a lovely day! Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 40 - Broken or Brilliant
Colm, Dan & Adam sit down to discuss the current big bad lists that are making all the news. Quad Phantoms & Fat Han. How do they work, what might need fixing or what might get nerfed in a future points update. Broken or Brilliant? Let us know what you think!
Cast - Dan, Colm & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 16/04/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Sia- Unstoppable Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 39 - UK System Open Final
Bob chat's to the two finalists from this years UK System Open - Luke 'Fishy' Townsend and the winner Jack Mooney. Bob finds out more about their lists, how they flew them and how their games went!
Cast - Bob with special guests Luke 'Fishy' Townsed & Jack Mooney Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 14/04/2019 live from Milton Keynes
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 38 - We're off to the 2019 UK Open
Bit of a Snappier Shot at 34 minutes today as we guessed most will be travelling to Milton Keynes for the 2019 UK System Open.
Bob chats to a load of the Sith Takers who are going to the event about what they're taking, what practice they've been doing, what their list hopes to face and not, and what the players hope to get out of the weekend!
Hope you all have safe trips to Milton Keynes and we'll see you there! A lot of us will be down from mid afternoon and probably heading to TGI's for cocktails! See you there!!
Cast - Bob & the Sith Takers X-wing Team Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 09/04/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - PJ & Duncan AKA - "Let's Get Ready To Rhumble" Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 37 - Getting ready for the Big Event
With the 2019 UK System Open just days away and another World record attendance on the cards (650+ players last we heard!) Will, Bob & Dan share some useful tips for preparing yourself for the big event!
Whether it's sorting some food, bringing a tray to help move your ships or just remembering to drink plenty of water. Looking after the little things can have a massive influence on your performance on the tabletop!
Cast - Will, Bob &Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The pointer sisters - I'm so excited Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 36 - A Tale of Two Tournaments
Two Hyperspace trials have been run and won over the weekend! Will & Bob chat to the finalists of the Firestorm Games, Cardiff Hyperspace Trial Alex Birt & Julian Hood and Graham Saunders, finalist at the Vault 14, Doncaster, Hyperspace Trial (we did try to get OJ on as well but weren't able to quite get together).
They chat to the finalists about their lists, what they might do to improve them, what they faired well and struggled against and a quick look forward to the UK System Open in Milton Keynes this weekend!
Cast - Will, Bob, Alex Birt, Julian Hood & Graham Saunders Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 07/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes (ZTIS 119) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 35 - A Fresh Perspective
Bob chats to Jamie Perkins and Ed Ball who although fairly new to X-wing have an great amount of experience and success in competitive gaming and game design. How are they finding X-wing, thoughts on lists and ships and game design and balance.
Cast - Bob, Jamie & Ed Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/04/2019 live from Element Games, Stockport, UK
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Osmonds - Crazy Horses Used without permission - it's just for fun!
X-wing community - you've taken your first step into a larger world
Will & Adam are joined by Matt Hill who wanted to come on and talk about the x-wing community, what it's like being in the big family and how it has had a positive influence on us personally and socially.
They also talk about their experiences visiting other shops & clubs and also taking part in massive events like the UK System Open. Travelling away from home may mean you don't know many people... but there are friends to be made if you want!
Cast - Will, Adam & Matt Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 01/04/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Redbone - Come And Get Your Love Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 33 - The Phantom Menace
Adam, Bob & Will chat about the weekend's events - our monthly Sith Taker tournament at Element Games which saw Adam & Bob play in the final, The Hyperspace Trial at Dark Sphere down south, and the System Open event from Adepticon, Chicago!
Cast - Will, Bob & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 31/03/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Duel Of The Fates from Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Official Audio) Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 32 - Begun the Clone War has
Tim, Bob & Will chat about their experiences with the new Republic & Separatist ships, What has been working well and what not so much!
Cast - Will, Bob & Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 28/03/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Star Wars Episode II - Attack of the Clones: Begun the Clone War has Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 31 - Using the Force
Will, Colm & Adam chat about the Force mechanic, how they're finding it in 2.0 and how it affects game play and pilot choices. Do you agree with their assessment?
Cast - Will, Colm & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/03/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Star Wars The Force Awakens - That's not how the force works Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 30 - It's Morphin Time
Another road trip as Colm, Bob & Tim head down to Rebel Base Gaming for their monthly X-wing event. The guys chat about their lists, their games and how they got on.
Sound quality is a little patchy in places as we recorded this in the car on the way to/from the venue. Sorry - will keep working on it!
Cast - Bob, Colm & Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 24/03/2019 live on the road
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Theme Song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 29 - 3rd Waves a Charm
Bob, Colm and Gabriel chat about Wave 3 & the changes FFG have made to the Hyperspace Format
Cast - Bob, Colm & Gabriel Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 21/03/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Revenge of the Sith - R2D2 vs Super Battle Droids Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 28 - Mid Week Musings
Bob, Colm and Adam chat about the recent Hyperspace Trials. What lists have been doing well, what haven't and a general chat about the emerging meta
Cast - Bob, Rich, Lewis Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 18/03/2019 live via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- Poe Taunts Hux Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 27 - Element Games Hyperspace Final
Bob interviews the finalists of the 82 player 2019 Hyperspace Trial at Element Games - Richard Polley and the winner Lewis Witham!
You can find the event's FB page here: www.facebook.com/events/266127214035973/
You can find the standings & lists for all the players here: tabletop.to/element-games-hyperspace-trial/
And streamed games including the Top cut + Final here: www.twitch.tv/spudgun_sniper
Cast - Bob, Rich, Lewis Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 17/03/2019 live from Element Games
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Iggy Pop - Louie Louie Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 26 - Element Games Hyper Prep
Will chats to Adam & Dan ahead of this weekends Hyperspace Trial at Element Games. What they are taking and what they expect to see!
You can find the event's FB page here: www.facebook.com/events/266127214035973/
We're looking to have every list added to our tabletop.to page and you can follow the round draws and results here: https://tabletop.to/element-games-hyperspace-trial/
And not only that I'll be streaming the action live from my Twitch channel from 10am UK each day (6 rounds of swiss Saturday and Top 16 Sunday) www.twitch.tv/spudgun_sniper
Cast - Will, Adam & Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 14/03/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bon Jovi - Livin' On A Prayer Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 25 - Tournament Organisation Tips
Will asks Tim about some of his top Tips for running successful X-wing events. Tournament Organisation is often likened to Cat Herding but can be very rewarding if you plan your event well ahead of time.
This episode is a long one at 29 minutes! But should hopefully be useful for anyone looking to run events.
Cryodex can be found here: https://github.com/Killerardvark/CryodexSource
Tabletop.to can be found here: https://tabletop.to/
Cast - Will & Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 11/03/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - EDS, an HP Company 'Cat Herders' Clip Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 24 - Warboar Hyperspace Trial
Colm, Bob and Adam chat about the weekends Hyperspace Trial at Warboar Games in Bromley, UK. What lists did well and what caught their eye.
You can find Phil GC's Blog where he discusses his games and winning list here: https://suchanxwinghipster.wordpress.com/2019/03/10/hst2-the-road-to-worlds/
Cast - Colm, Bob & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/03/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Star Wars: The Force Awakens One Hell of A Pilot Clip Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 23 - Making our March Minds up
Colm, Will and Adam chat about the lists they have been flying and what changes and improvements they are thinking of making based on recent events and games they've played. All with a view for getting ready for the Element Games Hyperspace trial on March 16th!
Cast - Colm, Will & Adam Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 06/03/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 22 - Tom's Tournament Tips
Bob & Adam chat to Tom Reed about how he prepares for big events and what tips and tactics he used to stay focused in the Top Cuts.
Cast - Bob, Adam with guest Tom Reed Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 04/03/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Team America Montage song Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 21 - Harlequins Hyperspace Cut
Producer Tim talks about his games in the Top cut at the UK's first Hyperspace Trial at Harlequins Preston plus an interview with the eventual winner! The games we're streamed on his twitch channel and can be watched back at www.twitch.tv/spudgun_sniper
Cast - Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 03-04/03/2019 Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Robot Chicken Star Wars clip - Adult Swim Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 20 - Harlequins Hyperspace
Producer Tim is unleashed again! This time he's joined by Colm, Ben and Adam. Sound quality is a little patchy in the first half - we're still learning with the phone mic but hope the show is still good for you all! We get the players lists and thoughts before and after the swiss day 1 of the Hyperspace Trial at Harlequins Preston.
Cast - Colm, Ben, Adam & Producer Tim Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 02/03/2019 on the road!
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Blues Brothers 'full tank of gas' quote Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 19 - Bob the Quick Builder
Colm, Bob & Will discuss the Quick Build event format, some of the favourite ships and lists and some of the quirks of the format. Also a very brief preview of the Hyperspace Trial some of the team are attending on Saturday in Preston.
Cast - Colm, Bob and Will Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bob the Builder Intro Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 18 - Toronto Open
Colm, Bob & Will discuss some of the favourite lists from last weekends Toronto Open before chatting about some of the interesting cards previewed with the Sith Infiltrator article by FFG.
Cast - Colm, Bob and Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 25/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Blame Canada - South Park: Bigger Longer & Uncut Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 17 - Rey of Hope Wrap Up
Colm finds out from Dan & Bob how the Charity X-wing event, Rey of Hope, went and how their lists faired.
Rey of Hope event can be found here: www.facebook.com/events/2056253954456324/
Cast - Colm, Bob and Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 24/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Princess Leia Lazer brain quote Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 16 - Ready for Rey of Hope
Dan & Bob are heading to Harlequins Preston this weekend for the Charity X-wing event, Rey of Hope, they are joined in todays episode by Colm & Will to discuss their lists.
Rey of Hope event can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2056253954456324/
Cast - Colm, Will, Bob and Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 18/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Cyndi Lauper - Girls Just Want To Have Fun Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 15 - HyperPrep
Dan, Will and Colm discuss Hyperspace lists, what you might see from the different factions and what you need to prep to face against at the Trials that are starting very soon!
Cast - Colm, Will and Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 18/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Rebel Hyperspace Jump - Return of the Jedi Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 14 - Producer Tim Unleashed
Producer Tim has a mic and a list... find out how he and Colm, Bob and fellow Sith Taker Kris got on at Rebel Base Gaming's monthly X-wing event! The event was using Hyperspace format and so the cast were looking for practice and list ideas ahead of the upcoming Hyperspace Trials.
Join Tim for interviews with his opponents, Jonny the Boss at Rebel Base Gaming and the Event Champion!
You can find Rebel Base Gaming here: www.facebook.com/RebelBaseGaming
Cast - Tim, Bob, Colm (and pilot Kris!) Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 17/02/2019 'on the road' Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Chumbawamba - Tubthumping Scene Breaks - Street Fighter II sound effects Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 13 - Rey of Hope
Bob & Dan briefly discuss some of the newly teased upgrades for the Galactic Republic before sitting down to chat with special guest Jess about the Charity X-wing event Rey of Hope.
You can find the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2056253954456324/
Cast - Dan & Bob will special guest Jess Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 13/02/2019 via Skype Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Shania Twain - Man! I Feel Like A Woman Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 12 = Netlisting
Dan, Will and Bob talk about Netlisting. What it is, is it socially acceptable? Should it be? How it can help you to improve your game!
Cast - Dan, Will & Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - The Office US - Jim vs Dwight - Jim Impersonates Dwight clips taken from YouTube Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 11 - Weekend Warlords Event report
Bob chat's to Will & Ben about their trip down to Weekend Warlords last Saturday to find out how they got on and what the day was like
Cast - Bob, Will & Ben Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 10/02/2019 via Skype
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Bob Marley - One Love Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 10 - A few of our favourite things
Dan, Will and Colm get together on Skype to discuss the lists they're flying at the mo. What's working and what they might work on.
Cast - Dan, Will & Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 04/02/2019 via Skype Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - My Favorite Things - Julie Andrews Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 9 - IQ Feb Event re-cap
Bob & Colm discuss the event that happened on 2nd Feb 2019 at IQ Games, what lists they took and what won the event.
Cast - Bob & Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper)
Recorded 03/02/2019 at the Element Games NWGC
Intro - Obi Wan 'hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Darth Vader boarding from Rogue One Used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 8 - Sith Takers Feb event
Bob interviews David W and Rob G after their final match at the February Sith Takers event. You can watch the game back for 14 days on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/videos/374578537
Apologies for the annoying background noise in this one! We can't always record in a quiet room and had to use the back up mic for this
Cast - Bob, Rob, David Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 03/02/2019 at the Element Games NWGC
Intro - Obi Wan 'Hello there' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Han Solo vs Greedo Family Guy Blue Harvest Both used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 7 - Scum & Villainy points update
Will, Bob and Dan discuss the latest points updates to the Scum & Villainy faction. They also discuss how Will's Rubber Dinghy Rapids and Dan's 4 Horseman's lists are fairing post change.
Cast - Will, Bob, Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/01/2019 at the Element Games NWGC
Episode 6 - Imperials and First Order Points update
Will, Bob and Colm discuss the points update to the Galactic Empire and First Order from the January 2019 update
Cast - Will, Bob, Colm Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 28/01/2019 at Casa Dee
Intro - Obi Wan from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Space Balls 'Jammed' used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 5 - Rebel & Resistance Points update
Will, Colm and Bob take a more in depth look in to the Jan 2019 points changes for the Rebels & Resistance lists.
Cast - Will, Colm, Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/01/2019 at Casa Dee Intro - Obi Wan 'Hello There' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Vader sending Leia away from A New Hope Both used without permission - it's just a bit of fun!
Episode 4 - Jan 2019 points update
Will, Colm and Bob go through their initial thoughts on the first points update for X-wing 2.0. Some of the big winners and losers and how this might affect the meta.
Cast - Will, Colm, Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 29/01/2019 at Casa Dee
Intro - Obi Wan 'Hello There' from Revenge of the Sith Outro - Changes from Shrek 2 Both used without permission - it's just a bit of fun!
Episode 3 - Rubber Dinghy Rapids
Will, Colm and Bob discuss the list 'Rubber Dinghy Rapids' that did well locally at the launch of 2.0, how it worked and what might happen later today with the points increase.
Cast - Will, Colm, Bob Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/01/2019 at the Element Games NWGC
Intro - Tie Fighter Rondo by GPlowman
Outro -Four Lions by Film4 Productions https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1341167/ used without permission - it's just for fun!
Episode 2 - Turrets. Is bigger, better?
Will, Colm and Dan discuss large based turreted ships. What’s good and what’s not! Let us know what you think! Do you agree or disagree?
Cast - Will, Colm, Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/01/2019 at the Element Games NWGC
Episode 1 - Welcome
Will, Bob, Colm and Dan welcome you to our new Snap Shots podcast! A 10-15 minute short and sweet show, released 3 times a week talking about anything and everything related to the X-wing Miniature Game!
Cast - Will, Bob, Colm, Dan Producer - Tim (spudgun_sniper) Recorded 22/01/2019 at the Element Games NWGC