Episode 14 - Content Creation - We're talking strategy guides and inspiration! That's right- the crew is joined by the eminent Lord of the Board, a fellow content crafter and Woodland warrior, for a riotous discussion on creating videos, building communities around games, and carrying Root into...THE FUTURE! MORE ROOT GIVEAWAYS in this episode! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson a...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 16
Episode 13 - Riverfolk Company - Step right up, get yer cards here! That's right, its time to talk SALES! The crew breaks down the tactics and tradecrafts of the Woodland's most notorious sales-based swimmers. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Root Digital Steam ] [ iOS ] [ Goog...
May 20, 2021•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 15
Episode 12 - Root Digital - It's screen-time baby! The crew breaks down the digitized edition of Root - how to benefit from getting in the reps, the nuances of table talk-text, what's different, what's new, and what's coming! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Root Digital Steam ...
May 13, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 14
Episode 11 - The Vagabond Meta - We're declaring the first week of May as VAGABOND WEEK! And no discussion of the Vagabond is complete without exploring the massive meta of the Woodland's most-feared faction. As a special treat, we're joined by two wonderfully knowledgeable guests - Matt Martens and Hunter Donaldson from Space Cats Peace Turtles - the unofficial podcast about Twilight Imperium (and Root sometimes!). This expanded crew tackles the table talk, the crafting conundrums, and how to b...
May 06, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 13
Episode 10 - Le Vagabond - The little rascal of the Woodland gets his day in Root Court! The crew breaks down the Vagabond classes (all of 'em!), card priorities, and tactics at the table. This monstrosity of an episode barely scratches the surface of the Vagabond-meta, so stay tuned for a continuation of this discussion soon! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the...
Apr 29, 2021•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 12
Episode 9 - Domination - We're always talkin' about getting those 30 points, but what about the alternate win conditions of Root? Coalitions and Dominations! The crew delves deep into the oft-maligned, moon-shooting routes to victory. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: Marauder Exp...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 11
Episode 8 - Rebels with a Cause - The revolution is nigh! Foxes, Mice, Rabbits, get your torches and let's overthrow some tyrants! That's right, it's the Woodland Alliance episode - The crew breaks down all the separatists' strategies, including spreading sympathy, organizing all over the map, and how to host a rebellion dinner party! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they exp...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 10
Episode 7 - Table Talk - Let's set aside the rulebook this week and talk about talkin'! Interacting with the other factions at the table comes down to more than game mechanics - it's about the PEOPLE too! In this discussion on discourse, the crew breaks down "checking" other players, entanglement, point shading, the high (and low) roads, and we get some hot takes on DECEPTION. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 9
Episode 6 - Dynasty Dynamics - Put on those programming hats, cause it's time to crack the code of the Eyrie Dynasties! The crew discusses the many intricacies to bird-play, including decree management, leader choices, and the best ways to confront those lesser-born factions of the Woodland. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutes...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 8
Episode 5 - Top 27ish Misplayed Rules - A complex game means complex rules! The crew breaks down their top 10...sorry, 12...sorry, 27!?...Are we sticking with 27? Okay, 27. They break down the rules most people miss in some way. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Guerric_S Twitch...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 7
Episode 4 - Strategy de Marquise de Cat - It's time to tear into the factions, and what better place to start than the Woodland's most populous felines - The Marquise de Cat! The crew breaks down the cat's opening options, policy on policing, and compares their stature against each of the other factions in the game. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics an...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 6
Episode 3 - Component Conspiracy - What's inside a game of Root? Like, literally inside the box. The crew breaks down all the universal components of the game - no matter what faction you play, these core elements - warriors, maps, cards, and dice define each game of Root. Learn what to focus on within each realm and unlock the hidden mysteries of the Rule of Three (or Four [or Twelve]). Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join J...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 5
Episode #02.5! - The Marauder Expansion. It's March 2021 and we can't let this moment go by without previewing the latest addition to the game, which is still available for backing on Kickstarter! The crew breaks down the two new factions, the dynamics of the hirelings, and the potential effects they'll bring to the woodland. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the ...
Mar 05, 2021•32 min•Ep. 4
Episode 02 - Teachin' Root - Let's recruit more Root players! Jake, Sam, and Kyle breakdown the How-To-Teach portion of the game - tips for efficient communication, starting faction arrangements, and of course: snack strategies. Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Print and Play R...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 3
Episode 01 - Gettin Good - The crew discusses all their best tips and tricks for improving your gameplay in Root. Organizing the right group of players, learning through failure, and resisting the impulse to clean up the game! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Good Time Society ...
Feb 25, 2021•59 min•Ep. 2
Episode 0 - What is Root? - For those of you new to Root, new to board games, or new to podcasts about woodland warfare, this intro episode catches you up to speed! Learn what this game is, why we love it, and why you will too! Woodland War Machine: the podcast covering Leder Games' amazingly awesome asymmetric board game: ROOT! Join Jake Michels, Sam DeRoest, and Kyle Acheson as they explore the tactics and tradecraft of the cutest strategic warfare game ever! Episode Links: [ Core Rules - Offi...
Feb 25, 2021•41 min•Ep. 1
