Like a phoenix from the flame - or a pig rising from a pool of poo - the boys are back to chat about the newly released 2023 points update. As is tradition, the waffle is punctuated by a visit to the Salt Mine and a brand new segment - Hobby Heroes! Enjoy!* *Andrew's audio is a bit patchy in this one - sorry about that and we'll get it fixed for the next one!
It's that time of year again for the annual episode of MGR... Long time, no speak. We're sorry. But, we're back with a bang to discuss the upcoming Scottish Championship 2023. On this week's show we discuss the trends from lists, who has the spiciest list and who we think will be on that podium come Sunday afternoon. Special shout-out goes to the amazing Rotten Factory, who will be sponsoring the event itself - please check out their stuff, it's disgustingly good (see what I did there...).
On this week's episode of MGR we are joined by the lads from the Ammertime podcast to discuss the recent points update! We also have a chat about how we'd improve warmachines, a 3D printing company to keep your eye out for, AND, most importantly, we launch the MGR patented blowie rating system! Hold on to your anus and walk like a crab, while we indulge in an almost 3 hour marathon of 9th Age goodness!
On this week's episode of MGR we are joined by seasoned playtester and Captain of Team Ireland, James a.k.a Irish James, and David "Big Balls" Bowes of Ireland ETC fame and renowned KoE aficionado to chat about the brand new KoE LAB! Join us as we discuss all things knights, fey & thaumaturgy on this epic 3 hour review!
It's a Christmas miracle! The Salt Miner lives! This week we're joined by everyone's favourite grumpy elf to discuss NPEs (Negative Player Experiences). We discuss what frustrates some players about the game, the community and the hobby. Enjoy! (or don't, and have an NPE courtesy of MGR...)
On this week's episode we discuss our latest exploits at the recent singles tournaments in Scotland and Denmark with the phantasmagorical MicDicDoc. Brace your ani for some senseless hilarity as we try to navigate a myriad of clumsy double entendre on this particularly riotous episode of MGR!
On this week's episode we chat about the forthcoming War in the North singles tournament!
Only a few weeks late... on this week's show the guys are joined by a crack-team of rodent experts, in the form of JT and Cas, to discuss the new Vermin Swarm book. As well as all the rat chat, the team discuss why airbrushes are a pain in the arse, why sportsmanship is important, and why the Maus Cannon is the worst name in existence. Enjoy!
The guys are joined by a familiar face on the forums, Hombre de Mundo! Hombre has primarily come on this week to discuss 3D printing and what it can do for 9th. We also discuss the company which Hombre has helped start, Flea Market, as well as topics such as negativity on the forums and the concepts behind the new VS book. Enjoy!
This week, the lads are joined by the former wielder of the BANHAMMER and pillar of the ExB, it's Grimbold! We chat about why parry sucks, why the American scene is so aggro, and the internal workings of the project. Enjoy!
On this week's episode we're joined by the enigma that is MicDicDoc to have a chinwag about new stuff in the hobby, including NoI Teams results, hobby goals and why BSB chaff doesn't work. Enjoy!
On tonight's show the guys are joined by the newly crowned King over the Wall, Kev 'Mr Mino' Stonebanks. Fresh from the field of battle, the ensemble discuss the highs and lows of TSC2021, including spicy topics such as: 1) Are Mino Lords bent? 2)Did the Feb update push out single models (#lol) 3)Why does Andrew keep throwing his dragon away? 4) How many Saurus Warriors can a Gortach kill in a single round of combat? Enjoy!
The lads were joined by the captain of Team Scotland and professional herder of cats, Ed Murdoch, to discuss the impending Scottish Championship 2021. The guys discuss their favourite lists, juiciest match-ups and Andrew's irrational hatred of the Welsh rugby team. Enjoy! Make sure to follow the competition on the forum and on Twitter via @TeamScotlandT9A.
On this week's show we are joined by the incredibly talented Francesco (piteglio) and the enigmatic Michael (MicDicDoc)to discuss blaming the dice for shit plays, Essence of War and how to get new people into 9th Age! Be sure to check out the Essence of War rules and sub-thread (https://www.the-ninth-age.com/community/index.php?thread/56770-essence-of-war-spoilers-feedback/&pageNo=1) as well as the the Veil of Ages (https://twitter.com/VeiloftheAges). Enjoy!
We're back for a new year! On this week's show we chat with the lovely Jon Tea about hobby new year resolutions (both future and past) as well as the recent points update. Be sure to listen right to the end to get the details for an upcoming competition running to promote the UK Masters (https://www.the-ninth-age.com/community/index.php?thread/58172-one-stop-shop-for-uk-masters-coverage-multi-format/&postID=1530831#post1530831). We've got a lot of content planned for you in 2021, so stay tuned a...
It's here... the DE book is out and we've got a massive army book review which discusses every entry in DREADful detail! Paul and Andrew are joined by two DE veterans (Fras and Munro) to discuss the book and give their thoughts on the new spikey bois. We also discuss what it was like to playtest the new book and how the design team arrived at the final product. Enjoy!
After a covid/work/moving house/general everyday-life inconvenience related hiatus, we're back! Getting on board the DE hype-train, we were given early-access to the DE book. On this episode we discuss DE's new core and how we think it's looking. Keep your eyes peeled for our full review of the new book to be released on 10 December!
On this week's show we are joined by the one and only Adam 'Tanka' Jones, of England ETC fame, who chats with us about MSU, list building and why SA should be considered a top tier army. Grab a beer and some paint and join us - WARNING: may contain penis jokes.
Is it hot in here, or is that just us? The boys are back to review the brand-spanking new Infernal Dwarf book. Grab a beer and a paintbrush as we give our thoughts on what's hot and not in this monster of an episode. Enjoy!
On this week's episode of MGR the ladies are back!!! Having succumbed to lockdown delirium, Andrew successfully cons his better half into a game of 9th and so we delve into how they both found the the quick starter rule set, both from a new and experienced player point of view. We also check in to see if any of their opinions of the beautiful game have changed over the last 12 months and chat minis, painting and everything in between!
This week, in Paul's absence, Andrew is joined by Henry P Miller (Ammertime), Matt 'Big Game Hunter' Perris and Paul Godbold (The Fantasy Wargaming Podcast) to discuss and analyse the lists for TSC2020. The guys pick out their Best in Race choices and tactics for blowing off your opponent. Check it out! Big thank you to Henry, Matt and Paul for coming on. Be sure to follow the event on twitter at #TSC2020.
On this week's episode of MGR we announce the first round draw for the upcoming Scottish Championships! Joined by Team Scotland's 2020 Vice Captain, Fraser Campbell, we chat through our initial impressions of the lists, first round opponents and sponsors for the biggest event in the Scottish 9th Age calendar. Also, tune in to our next episode where we will be joined by fellow podcasters, The Ammertime Podcast's Henry P Miller, as well as the guys from The Fantasy Wargaming Podcast for a more in ...
On this week's episode of MGR we chat all things hobby with our 2 returning fan favourite's, "The Salt Miner" and "Hobby Heavy", Martin Bueno, and Ebay Warrior and Captain of the Empire, Michael Doherty. We also introduce a brand new segment to the show, "The Salt Mine!". Tune in for your monthly dose of 9th Age related ramble! More fun than you can shake a foam dildo at!
On this week's episode of MGR we chat through Strivelyn Siege III, the return of the Scottish scene's annual team tournament! Join us as we talk absolute bull, delving into the woes and triumphs of our guest's adventures across the tabletop, as they battled their way through our custom scenarios! Tune in for maximum MGR rambling! WARNING: MGR do not accept liability for any auditory bleeding, psychosis or anal leakage while listening to this show.
On this week's episode of MGR we chat to Wildlings Fras and Martin on the most recent points update! Tune in to hear our ramblings on how we think the new points update has gone, what we think are the biggest changes and how they might change the AB rankings. We also talk briefly about Strivelyn Styrife III, our local Singles Tournament, and the Cardiff Open 2019.
Our round up of Team Scotland's showing at ETC Novi Sad 2019 is finally here! We're back from our European odyssey with Team Coaches Kev and Matt to discuss how it all went down at this year's biggest 9th Age event! Tune in for their perspectives on attending the ESC, how they found coaching at the ETC as well as Andrew and Paul's usual ill thought out ramblings!
In this episode of MGR we're joined by Team Scotland coaches Kev Stonebanks and Matt Perriss to discuss all things ESC/ETC! Join us while we discuss our thoughts going into the premier 9th Age event of the year!
We're finally back with Episode 23 of MGR to discuss the Magic phase in all it's mystical glory! On this week's show we discuss how this revamped phase has improved (or hindered?) magic within the 9th Age. Are bound spells even worth it anymore? What are our favourite Paths and what spells could maybe be improved? Tune in for more 9th Age related ramblings and casual Dwarven racism with your 2 favourite idiots!
On this week's episode of MGR, Andrew and Paul are once again joined by Tom Uden to discuss the recent Scottish Championships! Taking a more thematic approach we discuss the winners and the losers as well as tournament prep, list building strategies, our MVPs & LVPs, what our top ABs are right now and just how you deal with those, ahem, "awkward" tournament players? Tune in for minimum insight and maximum entertainment!
On this week's episode of MGR, Andrew and Paul are joined by Edward Murdoch a.k.a ScottishKnight and Tom Uden to discuss the opening draw for the forthcoming Scottish Championships 2019! Tune in to hear a round-up of the 1st round draw, list reviews and predictions, as well as tournament information, sponsors and more!
