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Community Spotlight: Kitbashing Bugs, An Undead Horde & Riders Of Rohan!

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In this week's Community Spotlight, we have a peek at some kitbashed Tyranids, a shambling Undead Horde for The Old World and some Riders Of Rohan charging to ruin.

Cult Of Games XLBS: From Fridge To Tabletop: Crafting Board Game Beasts From Kid’s Art

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Let's dive into a new Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's episode, Warren extolls the virtue of dungeoneering for engaging kids and getting them into fantasy gaming before asking the big question about bases. How big a base is too big for rank-and-file games and does Mayhem trump Royalty as he tries to decide on his go-to game?

Cult Of Games XLBS: Grimdark Glory Days – Was Classic Warhammer 40K Really Better?

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Let's dive into a new Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's episode, the guys have been playing a lot of games and painting a lot of miniatures. It's almost like we're proper wargamers. We also get drawn into a discussion on which edition of Warhammer 40,000 Shay and John should be playing!

The Samurai Army Of Your Dreams? Perfect Miniatures For Fantasy & Historical Wargaming #OTTWeekender

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It's OTTWeekender time! John has found himself some absolutely amazing Samurai miniatures that might just make the army of his dreams. Are they actually the perfect army for both Fantasy and Historical wargaming thanks to the mysticism around them?

Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game Plans For 2024 Revealed

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Games Workshop has started teasing the plans that they have for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game in 2024. To kick things off, it should be noted that the game isn't dead and there will be a new supplement coming out later this year!

Cult Of Games XLBS: Are Your Historical Wargaming Rules Really Playing The Period?

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Let's dive into a new Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's show, Warren talks about the grandeur of playing at smaller scales and how it offers up a real taste of proper battlefields and Gerry poses a question about some Historical wargames. Do the rules you're playing reflect the warfare of the period or are they too generic?

Call On MESBG’s Dead Men Of Dunharrow In Translucent Plastic!

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A surprise preview for Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game fans this week as the Dead Men Of Dunharrow are getting re-summoned to the battlefield in translucent plastic! Could you be tempted to snap these up to help enhance your army as it clashes on the fields of Pelennor?

Grab A Middle-earth Advent Treat With SBG Magazine

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The team behind the SBG Magazine have put together a fun advent treat for those fans of the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. You can order a special Christmas edition of the magazine from the team to read whilst you munch your chocolate each morning in December.

SBG Magazine Issue #14 Features HUGE Helm’s Deep Battle!

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The Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game fanzine, SBG Magazine, has reached its fourteenth issue! With a heavy focus on The Two Towers and Helm's Deep, this is definitely worth picking up if you're a fan of the game and want to see some absolutely cracking battle reports and more.

“Get Off The Road” With New Middle-earth Forge World Diorama

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Games Workshop is going to be taking Made To Order pre-orders for a new Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game diorama. "Get Off The Road" from Forge World is a snapshot of an iconic moment from The Fellowship Of The Ring, crafted in resin and a potential pick-up for collectors and hobbyists.

Cult Of Games XLBS: Resistance Is Futile You Will Be Assimilated Into 3D Printing

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In this week's Cult Of Games XLBS, we sit down and chat about some hobby projects we've got in the works including Conan, Warhammer 40,000 and some tanks! We also chat about 3D Printing and if it's becoming far too hard to resist diving in and having a go!

Cult Of Games XLBS: Car Boot Sacrifices + Swords & Sorcery (For Kids!)

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, we're diving into some of the hobby that we've been getting up to, Warren finds a sacrificial dagger and we talk about roleplaying with younger adventurers! 

New Movies On The Cards For The Lord Of The Rings & Middle-earth

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Warner Bros and New Line have announced that they are going to be working on more cinematic entries for The Lord Of The Rings and Middle-earth.

Cult Of Games XLBS: A 7-Day Miniature Painting Challenge?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's show, Ben lays down the gauntlet and dives into a 7-day miniature painting challenge that might help you bust through the backlog and get rid of some of that hobby fatigue. 

Return To Middle-earth With New Made To Order Sets Soon

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Games Workshop will soon be putting more of the classic Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game range up on their webstore as part of their Made To Order scheme. The focus is on The Two Towers (since it was the anniversary of the film last year in December!) and characters from Rohan and beyond.

EP97 Video Edition: Highlights & Lowlights from 2022

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Cult Of Games XLBS: Justin Did What?! Hitting The Hobby Reset Button For 2023

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, we talk about new year hobby resolutions, wiping the slate clean and doing something drastic when it comes to getting your tabletop gaming life in order!

More Osgiliath Terrain Kits On The Way For Middle-earth SBG

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Games Workshop today previewed more terrain kits coming for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. Building on the terrain that was made available in the Battle Of Osgiliath boxed set, there are now going to be three separate sets made available soon.

Is Oldhammer The Best Warhammer? Why Are Classic Miniatures So Popular? #OTTWeekender

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It's OTT Weekender time! Is Oldhammer the best kind of Warhammer? We dive into a discussion on why classic wargaming miniatures are so popular and where the charm for those old-school miniatures comes from.

Battle Of Osgiliath Set, Dice & More Drop For Middle-earth SBG

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Games Workshop dropped a little update for this weekend for those seeking to get stuck into the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. The big news is that the Battle Of Osgiliath set will be available on general release for those that didn't pre-order the game a couple of months ago. 

Cult Of Games XLBS: Giftmas For Geeks – What Are Your Solutions For Picking The Right Stuff?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, we're sitting down to discuss what hobby we've been up to and also as it's now December, we're getting thinking about Christmas! What are some of the best ways to get your geeky tabletop gaming gifts sorted for this time of year?

Community Spotlight: Harlequins, Warriors Of Minas Tirith & Sci-Fi Terrain!

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This week, we're going to be looking at some awesome ideas for converted Harlequins, some warriors of Minas Tirith from Middle-earth and finally, some Sci-Fi terrain for Space Station Zero.

Community Spotlight: Squat All, A Middle-earth Mega Battle & Villains For Marvel: Crisis Protocol

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In this week's Community Spotlight, we're looking at some plucky Squats, a massive Middle-earth battle and some brilliant Marvel: Crisis Protocol miniatures!

Cult Of Games XLBS: How Do You Make Magic Feel EPIC In A Miniatures Wargame?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's show, Warren is in full "troll" mode but also asks for the aid of the community in coming up with some fun Fantasy wargaming rules where everything is about skill. He is also wondering about how you make magic feel suitably awesome in your miniature wargames.

Warrior Of Rohan Painting Tutorial (Slapchop Technique) | Middle-earth SBG

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We show off how to paint a Warrior Of Rohan quickly and easily using the slapchop technique for use in Games Workshop's Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game.

New Kings Of War Does Fantasy Wargaming Right! Don’t Wait For Warhammer: The Old World #OTTWeekender

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It's OTT Weekender time! In this week's show, we discuss how Kings Of War is doing Fantasy Wargaming right! Mantic Games have got it sorted for those wanting a big mass battle wargame.

Order Fellowship Themed Middle-earth SBG Magazine Issue #12!

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Damian, Tom and the team behind the fanzine, SBG Magazine, are releasing the newest issue! Following on from Issue #11 which was Fellowship-themed, Issue #12 continues the journey of Frodo and his companions from Rivendell and into Moria before finishing with a clash at Amon-Hen.

Battle Of Osgiliath & More Pre-Orders For Middle-earth SBG!

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Games Workshop has announced that advanced pre-orders for the new Battle Of Osgiliath set for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game are firing up this weekend. You'll be able to dive into a new set focused on the battles to keep the city of Osgiliath out of the hands of Sauron.

Community Spotlight: Alpha Legion, Ankh Gods & War Of The Ring High Elves!

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In this week's Community Spotlight, we take a peek at some sneaky Alpha Legion, some mighty Ankh Gods and also some War Of The Ring High Elves.

Cult Of Games XLBS: What Is Making You A Happy Hobbyist Right Now?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this show, we're opening things up to happy vibes! What are some of the things making you enjoy the hobby (and wider hobby!) right now?

Games Workshop’s BEST Wargame, The Lord Of The Rings, Gets New Starter Set & More! #OTTWeekender

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It's OTT Weekender time! Games Workshop's best wargame, The Lord Of The Rings is getting a brand new Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game starter set.

New Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game Starter Set & More!

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Games Workshop took the weekend to offer up a massive amount of news for those interested in the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. At the forefront of this was a brand new Boxed Set/Starter Set, the Battle Of Osgiliath.

Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game Preview This Weekend!

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Games Workshop has announced that there is going to be a new Warhammer Preview event this weekend, Sunday 7th August at 2pm BST! It will be focused on brand new releases for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game.

Cult Of Games XLBS: Gerry Went To A Tank Museum. Doesn’t Show Us Any Tanks…

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this episode, Gerry takes us through his holiday snaps from when he visited a tank museum...only we don't actually have any pictures of tanks. Yet. 

Cult Of Games XLBS: Would Lloyd 3D Scan His Bitz?

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Join us for a new episode of Cult Of Games XLBS! In this week's show, we're discussing 3D scanning your bitz and looking at some of the content creators out there that inspire us!

Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game: The Best Game Games Workshop Ever Produced?

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Ben puts forth the argument that the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game from Games Workshop is the best game (rules, miniatures and all!) that they have ever produced.

Hold Back Middle-earth’s Shadow With Grimbeorn & The Beornings

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The Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game is going to be bolstered by the addition of the mighty Beornings this weekend. Forge World will be building on the Defence Of The North book that was released recently with some new 28mm resin miniatures. 

Beornings Rise To Defend The North With GW’s New Models

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Beornings will be joining the battle as the next set of miniatures to be released for Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game.

The Men Of Dale Prepare Their Mighty Wildlance For Long-Distance Takedowns!

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These finessed archers and warriors from Dale have a new weapon in tow, ready to take to the skies with Windlances. 

Hunt Elves With Forge World’s Middle-earth SBG Orc Ravagers

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Forge World has now released a pair of Orcs for you to use when hunting Elves in Games Workshop's Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. The Ravagers Of The North are coming to bring the world of the Free People's to ruin. 

Lost Thorin’s Company & Bilbo Sets Return To Middle-earth!

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More Made To Order releases from Games Workshop popping up this weekend. An alternative Bilbo and Thorin's Company are going to be up for grabs for use in the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. 

GW Bring Back Classic Middle-earth Miniatures In 2022

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Games Workshop is looking to celebrate twenty years of Peter Jackson's The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring with the release of some classic miniatures in the early portion of 2022. 

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