In this episode It’s May in July again as we chat with the wonderful folks from Wisconsin Wakefield, Calvin and this year's winner Richard. We talk about organising the event and how it went for everyone and Richard breaks down his game and list. We only get sidetracked occasionally and get some big news for the next North American event! Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Discussion, Ne...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 37
In this episode Scott and Sam chat with Warcradle studios Matthew Carter and James Hewitt about the first Global update for Armoured Clash. We talk Planes, trains and automata and get a peek behind the curtain at some of the thinking behind the updates and how often to expect them. We also talk a little about the design philosophies for the four released factions for AC at this time and some interesting other documents that have also been released. Scott & Sam also discuss the March Pre orde...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 36
In this episode Scott and Sam discuss their recent larger scale battle of Armoured Clash. We go over our pro tips, our MVPs for the game and our least favourite thing to face off against. We also talk about what we have coming up hobby wise. We also talk about the Pre-orders for January. Note: This was recorded prior to the Enlightened pre-orders in February, but after we recorded our Markov unclassified episode. Note 2: It was the Monarch, not the Sovereign, in case you are wondering. Note 3: T...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 35
In this episode Scott and Sam discuss another venture to Nottingham to attend a Warcradle Play testing event, this time for the Enlightened. In our first episode of Markov unclassified we can talk more openly about the miniatures we saw, although we still can't talk much about the rules at all. We also talk about hobby plans as we close out 2024. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Discus...
Jan 28, 2025•36 min•Ep. 34
In this episode Scott and Sam discuss a recent venture to Nottingham to attend a Warcradle Play testing event. We talk loosely about our thoughts on our first game together, but not too much about what we were playtesting as we are sworn to secrecy. We talk about the event itself and our experience of it. We also dive into the deep blue waters of the Union releases for November as well. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro m...
Nov 01, 2024•56 min•Ep. 33
In this episode Scott and Sam discuss their venture back out to the Old West. We discuss the custom scenario Sam designed to fit around the Doctor's Office and how the game went. We also go into all the goodies coming out for Armoured Clash in September. We also need a name for the Lower Eldon Pub so drop us your suggestions in the comments and the best one will be the name of our pub for the battle reports there. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 32
In this episode Sam talks with the Wisconsin League organizers Calvin and Wakefield along with tournament winner the Kaiser Richard about the tournament. They go through the planning that began after last year's event up until the post event thoughts. There is also discussion around Mayval 2025 and how the Iron skies can be adjusted to still be powerful without feeling insurmountable. We also dive into the new covering Junes releases and also a little shout out to Warcradle's newest recruits to ...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode Sam talks to Scott about 2024's UK games Expo. The main discussion is all around Armoured Clash the upcoming game from Warcradle Studios. We talk Minis, rules, the demo game and everything in between. Are you excited for AC? If so let us know what faction you will be picking up. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada ( CreatorChords) | ...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode Sam & Scott chat with Mad Admiral Calvin about all things Mayval 2024. From how to enter to where the world championship will be held. We also do our long promised community spotlight chat with him where we talk about games, hobby, snacks and all the things in between. Let us know what you think and who else you would like us to talk to in the future. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes tim...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode Sam & Scott talk about their recent Union Vs. Sultanate Fortune & Glory battle. We go over the boxed set how well it went together painting and playing with the contents of the box. They also go over the information that has been released around Armoured Clash. They also pull into speculation station and talk about everything they hope to see for Armoured Clash in the future. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.c...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode Sam & Scott once again get to sit down with Stuart and Chris from Warcradle studios in an exclusive interview to discuss the new Fortune & Glory boxed set for Dystopian Wars. We also talk about the future of Dystopian Wars and other aspects of the game. They also talk a little about November's revealed releases for Dystopian Wars as well. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paul...
Oct 27, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode Sam & Scott discuss their recent Dystopian Wars game. The game was mainly focused on short range squadron heavy lists with an aim to misbehave. Was it too much or was it just about right? They also briefly discuss the inclusion of patrons into their fleets and thoughts on those. In the news we briefly discuss what was released in July and August as well as the upcoming September releases as well. There will also be a Youtube video to follow shortly so if you'd prefer to see t...
Sep 03, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode Sam & Scott talk to Richard and the Mad Admiral Calvin about the May Val Supremacy 2023 Dystopian Wars tournament. We talk about the large Wisconsin Admiralty and the tournament from conception to execution, spray cheese and all the bits in between. In the news we briefly discuss what was released in April and May as well as the upcoming June releases as well. We also talk about all the reveals from UK Games Expo this year and briefly discuss our refamiliarization with the Dy...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 25
In this episode Sam & Scott talk to Koen Cambre and the Mad Admiral Calvin about the community and our picks for the best of 2022 ( yes we know it's April 2023, better late than never). We talk snow, segways and super cool minis amongst other things and an exclusive from Calvin. In the news we discuss what was released in March as well as a couple of tidbits from Warcradle that drop last month as well. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.mysprea...
Apr 03, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 24
In this episode Sam & Scott go over some more balanced build suggestions for the further 4 Starter set releases for Dystopian Wars. We try and do builds that work for just shy of 1000 points for each box and still keep within the current fleet build rules. In the News we discuss all the releases for February for Dystopian Wars. We also discuss some little teasers we have had for both Dystopian Wars and Wild West Exodus this month. Lastly we announce the winner of our short story competition ...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 23
In this episode Sam & Scott go over some balanced build suggestions for the upcoming Starter set releases for Dystopian Wars. We try and do builds that work for just shy of 1000 points for each box and still keep within the current fleet build rules. In the News we discuss all the releases for January for Dystopian Wars and the Warcradle Scenics as well. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Ka...
Jan 20, 2023•56 min•Ep. 22
In this episode Sam & Scott chat with Sarah Cawkwell about her upcoming Dystopian Age novel Lazarus. We discuss spoiler free content of the book and its antagonists, protagonists and setting. We also talk around the process of writing it, if there are any plans for the future and of course Doc Holiday. In the News we discuss all the releases for November for Dystopian Wars and the Warcradle Scenics as well. We also have an amazing competition to win a signed copy of the Lazarus novel so list...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 21
In this episode Sam & Scott get to sit down with Stuart and Chris from Warcradle studios in an exclusive interview to discuss the new Sturginium Skies boxed set for Dystopian Wars. We also talk about the future of Dystopian Wars and other aspects of the game. They also talk a little about Sturginium Skies in October's revealed releases for Dystopian Wars as well as the Empire release that is coming as well. If you want a little bit of a discount for all these awesome releases we have you cov...
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 20
In this episode Sam & Scott go over what the most balanced way to build the Showdown at Retribution set for Wild West Exodus. They then go over how they would expand from that box to both the 125 points level and the 150 points level for both the Enlightened & Union factions. They also go through Septembers revealed releases for Dystopian Wars for the Enlightened & Commonwealth. They also go down a bit of a rabbit hole concerning Christmas and Convention exclusive miniatures. *Note: ...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 19
In this episode Sam & Scott discuss their recent grudge match game of Wild West Exodus of Wyatt Earp Vs. Rango (Viridian Alpha). They also go through July & Augusts revealed releases as well as some juicy bits of news from around the web for Dystopian Wars and Escape from Tunguska. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada ( CreatorChords) | https...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 18
In this episode Sam & Scott discuss their recent game of Dystopian Wars including everyone’s favourite giant robots the Hochmiester. They also go through Junes revealed releases as well as the newly created concept art albums for all 4 of the current Dystopian Age games, as well as picking out some of tidbits from Chris’s UK games expo with On Tabletop.Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kala...
Jun 17, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 17
In this episode Scott & Sam discuss the 150 Hex Vs. Enligtened game they had. They also discuss whether 150 points games and how they felt about it. They also discuss the May pre-orders of the Union support squadrons, Murmansk fleet box and Anatolia fleet for Dystopian Wars as well as the Cerulean infiltrators for Wild West Exodus. Finally they also discuss the teased tribal alliance artwork shown this month as well. In breaking news they also have a discussion around the brand new May preor...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 16
Andrew Netz’s winning story for our backstory bonanza competition as read by Sam.
Apr 23, 2022•5 min•Ep. 2
In this episode Scott & Sam discuss the recent soul hunters versus nautilus Project Barnum game they had. We touch on the new Hochmiester kit as well as Sam’s dive into the world of speed paints. They also discuss the March pre-orders of the Japanese front line squadrons and Enterprise fleet for Dystopian Wars as well as the Gyro Sickle cav for Wild West Exodus. Along with the revamped Red Oak set. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadsho...
Mar 12, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 15
After way too long the extra bit of chat we had about some BTS stuff from the last episode and January’s news for your listing pleasure. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada ( CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons....
Feb 23, 2022•48 min
In this Episode we sit down with a few members of the community to discuss 2021 and some of our personal highlights. We talk about everything from Abominations to Zealots. You can catch to Brian, Eric and Tom over on The Blackhoof Saloon for more podcasting greatness. Michael can be found on YouTube as Mike the Warhost doing posse builds and more. You can also find Koen on YouTube at Speed Demon painting for paint tutorials and in unboxing’s as well as some other hobby goodness. Don’t forget to ...
Jan 26, 2022•1 hr 58 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode bite sized episode Scott looks to what may be coming to the Dystopian Age in 2022 as well as what we hope to do in the podcasts future. Sam introduces a new segment called Mad Science and Monocles and we have our first competition. Don’t forget to check out our merch store here as well; https://the-markov-dossier.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada
Dec 19, 2021•16 min•Ep. 13
In this episode Sam & Scott discuss playing their first game of Wild West Exodus V3.0. We go over the starter set a little and talk about the differences and similarities of the new edition. In the news we talk go over the boon over new releases and Sam dives deep into the new Agincourt background. We also have merch now check out the link for it all including our awesome death dinghy gear and make sure you never feel bad about your pile of potential again with our we don’t grey shame stuff;...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 12
We've been asked if the names of the podcast have any hidden meaning. Well this episode features two blokes you may have heard of called Stuart and Chris and is called Retribution Exodus 12020101 we wonder what it possibly all could mean?…Come and check out the episode and find out what it’s all about. Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada ( CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / A...
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 11
In the latest Episode Sam and Scott discuss their most recent battle of Enlightened Vs Imperium for Dystopian Wars. We talk about all the new Enlightened goodies that saw the table as well as the great shroud debate. We fail to not say boat for 5 minutes and trademark 2 “new” terms. Intro music; Heroes time by Paulo Kalazzi Outro music; Dawn by Alexander Nakarada ( CreatorChords) | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 4.0 Inter...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 10
