Join Jonny and Phil as they delve into the latest FAQ releases from Warlord Games, providing insights and clarifications on the new rules for Bolt Action. In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, they explore changes, discuss the implications for gameplay, and debate the clarity (or lack thereof) offered by the latest updates. Whether you're a veteran player or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable information to keep you up-to-date in the ever-evolving world of tabletop warfare...
Jun 21, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 82
In this special two-year anniversary episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil return to their roots by revisiting the Welsh Nationals once more. Join them as they delve into the current state of the meta, particularly the dominance of armored warfare in V3 of the game. With five intense rounds behind them, they share insights from their games and what this means for future competitive play. The duo reflects on the effectiveness of different strategies, highlighting the shift towards tank-cent...
May 11, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 81
Join hosts Jonny and Phil as they dive into the exhilarating world of tabletop tournaments. This episode highlights their experiences from recent events such as the Roll Call and Welsh Nationals, offering insights into various tournament strategies and mission types. The hosts discuss the importance of mission selection, the evolution of tournament builds, and how different scoring systems can influence game dynamics. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a newcomer looking to enhance your gam...
May 04, 2025•50 min•Ep. 80
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil dive deep into the recent changes released by Warlord that overhaul the minor nations in the game. They explore the impact of these changes nation by nation, highlighting significant updates such as Finland's tank adjustments that have sparked widespread discussions. The hosts also touch on Italy's revamped national characteristics and its inclusion of the infamous mule teams, sparking a debate on the strategic advantages they might now convey....
Apr 27, 2025•52 min•Ep. 79
In this exciting episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil dive deep into the much-anticipated Armies of the United States supplement for the popular tabletop game. They discuss the strengths and shortcomings of the new army book, comparing it to previous versions and other nations army books. From the latest national characteristics to the revamped unit entries, they evaluate how these changes affect competitive and thematic play. The conversation also touches on the balance, theme, and strat...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 78
Join hosts Jonny and Phil as they're joined by Ali to discuss the evolution of the Megatron 3000 tournament in the wake of Bolt Action's Version 3. Explore the unique aspects of theater selectors, which provide a distinctive experience for players by maintaining historical accuracies while balancing the competitive edge. Ali shares insights into how the tournament scene has adapted to Version 3, highlighting changes and consistencies in tournament dynamics across the UK and beyond. Want to suppo...
Apr 06, 2025•49 min•Ep. 77
Welcome to another exciting episode of Tabletop Tommies, where Jonny and Phil delve into the final installment (for now) of the Armies Of... series, focusing on the Netherlands. In this episode, our hosts explore the unique and quirky characteristics of the Dutch army in V3, comparing them to previous versions while discussing their potential in tabletop warfare. With expectations high, Jonny and Phil break down what makes the Netherlands stand out, from their artillery strategies to their speci...
Mar 23, 2025•36 min•Ep. 76
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil delve into the evolution of the Romanian armies in the popular tabletop game, Bolt Action, focusing on the transition from version 2 to version 3. They discuss the unique characteristics and tactical opportunities offered by Romanian forces, though noting their limitations in the latest version. Listeners will discover insights on Romanian tactics, with a nod to the best practices from the Fortress Budapest book which made them strong in V2. Th...
Mar 16, 2025•19 min•Ep. 75
Join Jonny, Phil, and special guest Russell Wright as they delve into the captivating world of team tournaments, specifically focusing on the 'Three Good Men' event and the 'World Open War'. Discover the origins and evolution of these tournaments, the importance of thematic gameplay, and the challenges faced when balancing competitiveness with theme. Listen in as they discuss player strategies, the intricacies of tournament organization, and exciting stories from past events. Whether you're a se...
Mar 09, 2025•41 min•Ep. 74
In this exciting episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil delve into the fascinating world of Poland's armies in Bolt Action V3. They kick off the discussion by celebrating a significant milestone, with the show hitting over 1,000 subscribers and 100,000 listens of the podcast. The core of the episode focuses on the unique capabilities and strategic changes for Poland's forces in the new edition. Notably, they explore the effectiveness of lancers and tankettes, highlighting the improved syner...
Mar 02, 2025•51 min•Ep. 73
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil delve into the fascinating world of partisan armies in Bolt Action. As they navigate through the unique rules and strategies that define these guerrilla forces, listeners will gain insights into the tactical evolution from V2 to V3. The conversation highlights the intriguing special rules of the partisans, such as infiltration and the dearly missed hidden bomb rule, while also discussing new additions like the home country rule. Through their a...
Feb 23, 2025•38 min•Ep. 72
In this action-packed episode of Tabletop Tommies, hosts Jonny and Phil dive into the latest FAQ, analyzing the significant changes and the controversies surrounding them. From the impact of rule clarifications to tactical adjustments, they discuss how these updates are reshaping the game. Following the FAQ discussion, they share their experiences at the Beachhead event, reflecting on their games, strategies, and results. They explore the implications of different missions, army compositions, an...
Feb 16, 2025•2 hr•Ep. 71
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil delve into the armies of Norway, analyzing their transition from V2 to V3. Known as one of the V2 favorites for their competitive edge, the hosts discuss whether the Norwegian forces maintain their prowess in V3. The episode explains the national characteristics that distinguished Norwegian armies in V2, such as "communications breakdown" and "fieldcraft," and compares these with the updated traits in V3. While certain characteristics have been...
Feb 09, 2025•19 min•Ep. 70
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil delve into the armies of Italy within the V3 version of the game. As they explore the defensive strategies and unique national characteristics of Italy, they highlight the new and exciting options available to players. From mobile artillery potential and the interesting interactions between units, to comparing these forces to other nations like France, it's an episode packed with insights into Italy's expanded gameplay. Want to support the chan...
Feb 02, 2025•47 min•Ep. 69
Welcome to the latest episode of Tabletop Tommies, where hosts Jonny and Phil delve into the intricacies of Hungary's armies in tabletop gaming. In this episode, they evaluate whether the Hungarian forces have improved in version 3 of the game, moving beyond their previous reputation as a lesser substitute for the German army. The discussion covers Hungary's national characteristics, unit options, and the peculiarities of their tactical support rules. Are the new rules advantageous, or do they l...
Jan 26, 2025•26 min•Ep. 68
Welcome to another exciting episode of Tabletop Tommies, where Jonny and Phil dive into the fascinating world of Greek forces in the popular tabletop game, Bolt Action. In this episode, they explore the unique characteristics that make Greek a formidable contender for best minor in the game... From the ability to start the game in ambush to utilizing fieldcraft in the first turn, discover the strategic advantages that Greek units can bring to your gameplay. Learn about the various infantry secti...
Jan 19, 2025•23 min•Ep. 67
Welcome to Tabletop Tommies, where Jonny and Phil delve into the might of Finland's armies within the latest version of bolt action, V3. In this exciting episode, we uncover why Finland stands as the most formidable minor power with their new units and rules. With Germany's armies recently released, our hosts explore whether the Finns possess the strength to combat them effectively. We detail the unchanged yet powerful national characteristics of Finnish units, delving into strategies involving ...
Jan 12, 2025•45 min•Ep. 66
In this episode, Jonny and Phil take a break from their alphabetical Armies of series to dive into the exciting new release of the Armies of Germany for Bolt Action V3. This special episode thoroughly examines how the new book introduces changes to the national special rules and units since the release of the main rulebook in September. They discuss the impact of these changes on gameplay, including the introduction of inexperienced officers, the new Panzer Ace rule, and the defend the fatherlan...
Jan 06, 2025•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 65
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, Jonny and Phil embark on a journey to explore the evolution of the French army as they transition from V2 to V3 rules. Following their discussion on the Belgian army, they delve into the intricacies of the French forces, uncovering what remains and what has changed. Dive into an in-depth analysis of the French army's special rules, units, and their strategic applications in V3. Discover how traditional elements such as forward artillery doctrine and motivated...
Dec 29, 2024•24 min•Ep. 64
Welcome to Tabletop Tommies, the podcast where hosts Jonny and Phil delve into the strategic depth of tabletop armies. In this episode, they turn their focus to the armies of Bulgaria, exploring how rules and equipment have evolved from V2 to V3. Discussing Bulgaria's unique characteristics, they analyze key rule changes such as 'Axis Support,' which now alters how Bulgarian forces integrate German or Italian units. They explore the lingering effects of Bulgaria's anti-partisan tactics and how t...
Dec 22, 2024•30 min•Ep. 63
Welcome to Tabletop Tommies! In today's episode, Johnny and Phil embark on the "Armies Of" series for version 3, beginning with the Belgian nation. Before diving into the intricacies of Belgium's army lists and national characteristics, they engage in a lively discussion about their recent hobby projects. Phil shares insights on building U.S. Airborne troops inspired by his trip to Bastogne, while Johnny discusses his ambitious Indiana Jones-themed desert table project. As they explore the revis...
Dec 15, 2024•27 min•Ep. 62
In this episode of Tabletop Tommies, hosts Johnny and Phil dive into the world of tournament organization under the new V3 rules. Fresh off their experience at the English Open at Warfare, they share practical tips and insights into running a V3 tournament, focusing on everything from tournament structure to list building. Listeners can expect a thorough discussion on creating thematic and historically plausible forces, understanding the evolving nature of V3 rules, and the importance of table l...
Nov 24, 2024•45 min•Ep. 61
Welcome to Tabletop Tommies, where Jonny and Phil dive into the excitement of the World Open War tournament. In this episode, they share their experiences and strategies as they navigated their first competitive tournament of V3. Join them as they discuss the armies they faced, the challenges of list building, and the tactics that led to their successes and setbacks. From the strategic nuances of choosing missions to the thrill of competitive play, get an insider's perspective on what it takes t...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 60
Join hosts Jonny and Phil as they sit down with Bo Mortensen, the renowned International Bolt Action Player and Captain of Denmark, still buzzing from his victory as Captain of the Winning Team at WoW 2023. In this engaging episode, Bo shares his insights on the latest updates to Bolt Action with the Version 3 changes. Discover Bo's favorite new rules, the tactical adjustments he’s making in light of these changes, and the challenges of preparing for the upcoming World Open War 2 tournament. As ...
Oct 11, 2024•47 min•Ep. 59
In this exciting episode, Jonny and Phil finally get their hands on the highly anticipated Bolt Action V3. They kick things off by reflecting on the Welsh Open, where the transition from V2 to V3 highlighted some significant differences in gameplay. The hosts delve into the changes introduced in V3, starting with the revamped HQ units and their crucial role in maintaining unit cohesion amidst the new pinning mechanics. They also discuss the streamlined shooting rules, cover saves, and the redefi...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 58
In this episode, Jonny and Phil dive into the Warlord GT, held at BritCon hosted by the BHGS in Nottingham. Discover the ins and outs of Warlord's flagship event, from the venue's impressive setup to the intense competition. Join us as we recount thrilling battles, featuring strategic plays and dramatic moments. Phil shares his experiences with his British list and how he fared against a variety of opponents, including a Gurkha punch-up and a tense final game against Japanese forces. Find out wh...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 57
This week Jonny & Phil are joined by a stalwart of the Scottish Bolt Action Tournament scene to discuss what our initial feelings of the Version 3 pre-releases and what V3 could mean for future tournaments. Ali also tells us about the Scottish Championship and tournament scene in general. Stopping to focus on the two tournaments he is TOing in the coming months: - Megatron 3000 - https://www.facebook.com/events/713177196987441 - The Bolt Action Scottish Nationals - https://www.facebook.com/e...
Aug 07, 2024•49 min•Ep. 56
Jonny and Phil discuss the armies of Romania in Bolt Action. Affiliate links: https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1 https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html https://store.warlordgames.com/TABLETOPTOMMIES https://eu.warlordgames.com/TABLETOPTOMMIES https://us.warlordgames.com/TABLETOPTOMMIES You can also support our endeavour to produce Bolt Action content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TabletopTommies Or you can support these two mugs by ...
Jun 09, 2024•41 min•Ep. 55
We have again released this as a video episode for those who like to see the photos: https://youtu.be/08qpM4_H1qo Jonny and Phil are joined by Grant to discuss D-Day Replayed, a charity event in aid of Waterloo Uncovered. https://waterloouncovered.com/ Tickets and more information for D-Day Replayed can be found at: https://ddayreplayed.uk/ Affiliate links: https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1 https://affiliates.waylandgames.co.uk/1240.html https://...
May 21, 2024•18 min•Ep. 54
Going back to where it all started in Episode 1 ( https://youtu.be/0P0g-LNbC3Q ), Jonny and Phil are discussing their experiences at the Welsh Nationals, in what is clearly becoming an annual tradition. Considering your next tournament army? Check out Firestorm Games and Wayland Games: not only will you get great discounts, you'll also help us continue to create regular Bolt Action content! https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/wargames-miniatures/bolt-action/?aff=64a025ee621f1 https://affiliates.way...
May 12, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 53
