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A Napoleonic Wargame Perfect For New Players? Firelock’s Blood & Bayonets Could Be It! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTTWeekender time! Some big news this week as Firelock announced they are stepping into the Napoleonic period with a new wargame, Blood And Bayonets, coming in 2025!

Battlefront Release Battle Of The Bulge Flames Of War Armies

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Battlefront Miniatures are releasing a couple of new limited edition Army Sets for 15mm wargame, Flames Of War. Each of these has been designed to commemorate The Battle Of The Bulge and features the Allied and Axis fighting through the cold winter of 1944 and 1945.

The Ultimate Grimdark Wargame? Trench Crusade Finally Hits Kickstarter! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTTWeekender time! Trench Crusade has finally hit Kickstarter! We dive into what is possibly THE ultimate Grimdark wargame. We have a chat about its rules (which are free!) as well as some of the absolutely amazing miniatures that you can get as part of the new Kickstarter campaign.!

Late-War Leviathan Pre-Orders Up For Flames Of War

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Battlefront Miniatures are now taking pre-orders for the Late-War Leviathans book and also a range of Flames Of War Unit Cards, Vehicles and Infantry for use during the What If? period of 1945 and beyond should World War II have continued.

Pre-Order 15mm Allied Airborne Armies & Terrain For Flames Of War

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Battlefront Miniatures are taking pre-orders for a couple of new 15mm Flames Of War sets themed around the Late War period of World War II based around the likes of the Battle of Arnhem and Operation Market Garden. 

Can Steamforged Games Bring Warmachine Back From the Brink! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTTWeekender Time! Following the news that Steamforged Games has acquired the Warmachine IP the folks at SFG have wasted no time in giving a rundown of their plans to reinvigorate the game and how they will bring it to the masses. This includes a new plastic 2-Player Starter Set that is due later this year!

Flames Of War – Villers-Bocage 80th Anniversary Battle [Catch Up Now]

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Join Gerry and John for a re-fight of the World War II clash at Villers-Bocage as part of the 80th Anniversary celebration. Using Flames Of War and two 15mm scale armies, Gerry will be taking on the role of the Germans whilst John is commanding the British. Who will be the victor?

D-Day Anniversary VLOG! Building Villers-Bocage | Part 4 (Finale)

6 months ago 2

Gerry dives into the third part of their Villers-Bocage Flames Of War VLOG which is celebrating the 80th Anniversary Of D-Day. In this final video of the series, Gerry takes a look at a map for the scenario and talks about a quick and cheap way of replicating its layout on the tabletop for the final clash.

D-Day Anniversary VLOG! Painting 15mm WW2 British Infantry | Part 3

7 months ago 0

John and Gerry dive into the third part of their Villers-Bocage Flames Of War VLOG which is celebrating the 80th Anniversary Of D-Day. In this next part of the series, John and Gerry discuss the painting of their 15mm British Infantry for use in the battle.

D-Day Anniversary VLOG! Painting 15mm WW2 British Armour | Part 2

7 months ago 2

John and Gerry dive into the second part of their Villers-Bocage Flames Of War VLOG which is celebrating the 80th Anniversary Of D-Day. In this video, they discuss painting the 15mm British tanks from Battlefront Miniatures that will be used in the skirmish.

Join In The D-Day Anniversary! Flames Of War Battles Up The Beach With New Sets! #OTTWeekender

7 months ago 32

It's OTTWeekender time!  In this week's show, we talk about the ways that you can dive into replaying D-Day on the tabletop using the updated book from Battlefront Miniatures for Flames Of War and the various Army Sets they have produced to go alongside it. It's a great time to get involved and support the Anniversary.

D-Day Anniversary VLOG! The Battle Of Villers-Bocage In 15mm – Planning WW2 Armies | Part 1

7 months ago 8

Join us for the start of a brand new VLOG series where Gerry and John dive into a discussion on planning the 15mm World War 2 Flames Of War armies and more for The Battle Of Villers-Bocage as part of our D-Day Anniversary coverage.

Grab An Anniversary D-Day Army For Battlefront’s Flames Of War

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In the build-up to D-Day, Battlefront Miniatures are putting together some new bundled armies for those looking to play out an accurate clash on the tabletop in their 15mm wargame, Flames Of War. If you're looking to take on the role of the Axis or the Allies, you should have a set for you.

Cult Of Games XLBS: Is 2024 The Perfect Time To Dive Into WW2 Wargaming?

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Join us for Cult Of Games XLBS this week as we dive into a discussion on getting ready for a big World War II clash on the tabletop centered around D-Day. Gerry and John are planning a Flames Of War series and we chat about whether or not World War II is going to be THE big thing for 2024 wargaming.

D-Day Forces Of Normandy Returns For Flames Of War

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Battlefront Miniatures are going to be releasing a revamped D-Day book to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the invasion of Europe and the fight back against Axis occupation. If you're into Flames Of War, then you'll be able to get a book collating all of the information you need for 15mm wargaming during the period.

Late War Leviathans Coming To Battlefront’s Flames Of War

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With the release of Clash Of Steel, Battlefront Miniatures are looking to introduce some Late-War Leviathans into your games of Flames Of War. A free PDF is going to be available next week for those wanting to slot these 15mm scale heavily armoured behemoths into their armies.

New Year, Old World! What Classic Warhammer Miniatures Will You Be Digging Out? #OTTWeekender

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Warhammer: The Old World is coming sooner rather than later! Two big new armies for Bretonnia and Khemri are going to be launching this look back at classic Warhammer Fantasy Battles on the tabletop from Games Workshop.

Flames Of War Heads To The Pacific & New Team Yankee Plastics!

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Battlefront Miniatures had even more information for those wanting to dive into some 15mm Historical warfare on the tabletop in Flames Of War. 2024 is going to be pretty big and a large feature of it is going to be a move to the Pacific theatre and a clash between the Americans and the Japanese.

15mm Flames Of War ‘Nam Range Returns To Select Stores Soon

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Battlefront Miniatures has announced that the 15mm Flames Of War 'Nam range is going to be returning to tabletops via a variety of specialist stockists across the world. If you missed out before, take to the jungles of Vietnam and battle out a very different kind of war.

15mm German Tank-Hunters & Half-Tracks Arrive For Flames Of War

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Battlefront's clash for Germany in World War II continues with a new array of 15mm miniatures to go alongside the Berlin: German supplement for Flames Of War. There are some familiar tanks, half-tracks and some more infantry support that has been shoved to the front lines. 

Fight Desperately With Flames Of War’s 15mm Volksturm

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The desperate fight continues in Berlin: German from Battlefront Miniatures as they have made a bunch of new Flames Of War miniatures available to snap up over the last week or so. This time around, there is plenty of armour but also some rather beleaguered troops in 15mm as well for use in World War II wargaming.

The Barons’ War Goes On Crusade – Brilliant New Miniatures For Historical Wargaming! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTT Weekender time! If you're into Historical Wargaming, you'll want to watch this episode. We dive into loads of games and ranges including seeing The Barons' War go on Crusade with the new Outremer supplement from Footsore Miniatures & Games. 

First Flames Of War Berlin: German Releases Arrive This Week

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The first selection of Berlin: German releases are available this weekend for those looking to expand their options in the 15mm World War II wargame, Flames Of War. Things start off with the new book from Battlefront Miniatures.

Dive Into Flames Of War’s Berlin: German Pre-Orders

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Battlefront Miniatures have been showing off some of the pre-order elements that you'll be able to pick up for Berlin: German as World War II comes to an end and the fighting becomes fierce in the face of mounting Allied opposition.

Battlefront Tease Berlin: German Book & More For Flames Of War

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Battlefront Miniatures has dropped a brand new teaser for what's coming next for Flames Of War. The battle still continues to rage in Berlin as World War II comes to a close. Watch out for Berlin: German which is coming soon!

Drop Artillery On Your Foes With New Flames Of War Soviet Releases

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The end of February heralded another set of releases for use with Flames Of War and your 15mm Soviet armies. Battlefront dropped a couple of new sets of artillery, a handful of tanks and more to help round out your forces that are marching on Berlin during the Late War period.

Add Charging Cossacks To Your Flames Of War Soviet Army

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The Soviet forces rushing towards Berlin in Battlefront Miniatures' Flames Of War grow in number with a new set of Direct Only releases this weekend. You can snag yourself some rather funky new 15mm kits for use during your World War II wargames. 

Community Spotlight: Swedish Soldiers, A First Age Diorama + USMC Tanks & Troops

2 years ago 7

We delve into a fantastically yellow Swedish army, explore a wonderful diorama from The First Age and then hit the battlefield with the USMC.

Cult Of Games XLBS: Steaming Through Dead Man’s Hand To Flames Of War With Trains!

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's show, Gerry dives into the fun he's been having in the Wild West and Lloyd has had quite the idea when it comes to trains AND wargaming. It's a marriage made in heaven.

Brand New Flames Of War Starter Set Revealed! Battle In Berlin With The 15mm Red Army #OTTWeekender

2 years ago 30

It's OTT Weekender time! This week, a brand new Flames Of War Starter Set has been revealed. Dive into more World War 2 Historical wargaming on the tabletop with new 15mm German and Soviet armies battling it out for Berlin during the Late War period.

Pre-Orders For Flames Of War Berlin: Soviet Now Available

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Battlefront Miniatures are now taking pre-orders for their new Berlin: Soviet range that introduces more Late War clashes in World War II and Flames Of War. New books and plenty of 15mm miniatures are on the way!

Cult Of Games XLBS: You Want Tanks? John Can Give You Tanks!

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, John paints all of the things and Warren dives into the creation of Fantasy worlds and scenarios with the help of a brand-new friend. 

Battle In Berlin With Flames Of War WW2 Eastern Front Soviets Soon

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Battlefront Miniatures has dropped a teaser trailer focusing on their next big World War II release for Flames Of War. The Soviets are going to be battling on the Eastern Front in 1945 with a new sourcebook and additional miniature sets coming soon.

Community Spotlight: Bob’s Black Bulls, Malifaux Masters & Old Skool Miniatures

2 years ago 3

Join us for another Community Spotlight as we're exploring old-school miniatures, the weird world of Malifaux and also some awesome Flames Of War too.

Cult Of Games XLBS: Only Buy Miniatures Once A Year?! How Dare You Sir!

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, we're exploring the awesome range of Bot War miniatures that Gerry has been painting AND asking the question; could you ONLY buy miniatures ONCE a year?

15mm WW2 Typhoon Ground Attack Aircraft Painting Tutorial | Flames Of War

2 years ago 1

In this painting tutorial, John shows off how to paint a 15mm Typhoon Ground Attack Aircraft from Battlefront Miniatures' World War 2 Historical wargame, Flames Of War. This plane will be doing some tank busting.

Community Spotlight: Crimson Skies, A Mighty Maiden & TINY Flames Of War

2 years ago 3

In this week's Community Spotlight, we have a look at some amazing planes, a mighty maiden and Flames Of War on a much smaller scale than 15mm!

Cult Of Games XLBS: What Game Are You Most Thankful For?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, we dive in and ask a pretty big question. What game are you most thankful for? Is there a game out there that had a massive impact on you and your tabletop gaming journey?

Chaffee Recon Troop & More Join The Bulge: British Of Flames Of War

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Battlefront Miniatures has been showing off some of the new miniatures available for the Bulge: British of Flames Of War. There are a fair few options for your 15mm World War II wargames starting with the Chaffee Recon Troop. 

EP92 Video Edition: Shiny Syndrome

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Snag Specialist World War II British Kit For Flames Of War

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The British as detailed in the new Bulge: British book for Flames Of War are getting some Direct Only Releases this weekend. Battlefront Miniatures has put together a neat selection of sets that you could use for your regular armies and scenario-based play.

Woah GW! A New Warhammer Age Of Sigmar: Warcry Set Already? But Damn Sexy Miniatures! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTT Weekender time! Another new Warhammer Age Of Sigmar: Warcry Boxed Set has been previewed by Games Workshop - Sundered Fate. Has this come along a little bit too soon? It does have some nice miniatures though for both the Seraphon and the servants of Tzeentch.