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Grim Dark Podcast
by Grim Dark Podcast
The Grim Dark Podcast is a discussion podcast about role playing in the Warhammer 40,000 setting created by Games Workshop, and the RPG system published by Fantasy Flight Games.
Episodes
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Episode 110 - The Sound of Silence
Episode 110 - "The Sound of Silence" - We've got a bit of news to talk about this episode with the revelation that Warhammer 40000 is about to have its 9th Edition released, bringing a whole bunch of lore updates, mainly around the Necrons. We talk about what this means for the game and the…
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Episode 109 - Begin Anew
Episode 109 - "Begin Anew" - With the PDF of Wrath and Glory now available from Cubicle 7, we are back to bring you our thoughts on the new release. We go from cover to cover breaking down what has changed, what has happened, and talk about what it all means for the future of the system. Still…
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Episode 108 - Twelve Plagues of Nurgle
Episode 108 - "Twelve Plagues of Nurgle" - With everyone around the world current shut inside during the COVID-19 crisis, we decided that the time had come for us to wax lyrical about Warhammer 40k for an hour and a half to give our listeners something to listen to. Not in the normal show format,...
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Episode 107 - A Bit More Orky
Episode 107 - "A Bit More Orky" - For those of you who didn't get enough Ork action in Episode 100 when we discussed the Ork Boy, we are back with a look at both the Ork Species and the Ork Nob archetype. We also cover off the latest news on Warhammer 40k and give you our review of Apocalypse....
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Episode 106 - With Great Power
Episode 106 - "With Great Power" - For the first time in a long time we welcome a guest to the show in the form of Shane from the Total Party Thrill Podcast. With help from Shane we chat about the Wargear, Influence and Acquisition systems, cover off the Inquisitor archetype, delve in to high…
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Episode 105 - Rhana Dandra
Episode 105 - "Rhana Dandra" - There is big news this month with the revelation that the Wrath and Glory licence has been moved to Cubicle 7. We cover this change, but we also bring you a regular show as well. As promised we are tackling the Eldar in Wrath and Glory with a look at the species in...
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Episode 104 - Primaris Perspective
Episode 104 - "Primaris Perspective" - We are opening up the vaults of Belisarius Cawl as we bring you an episode discussing all things Primaris. We cover the rules for building space marine characters, and then take a deep dive in to the Primaris Intercessor archetype. In fitting with this we...
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Episode 103 - Unforgiving
Episode 103 - "Unforgiving" - Welcome to our latest show where we are delving in to the ruinous powers. We start by covering the rules for corruption, mutation, and madness, and then we move on to a discussion on the Heretek archetype. We have a guest join us for our review, and end off the show...
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Episode 102 - Theatre of the Mind
Episode 102 - "Theatre of the Mind" - We are back for 2019 and in our latest show we are taking a look at Psykers and the Psychic Powers system in Wrath and Glory. In line with this we cover the Sanctioned Psyker archetype, before reviewing Dark Tides, and ending off with a quick discussion on…
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Episode 101 - Into the Void
Episode 101 - "Into the Void" - In our latest show we're back to analysing the various systems of Wrath and Glory, and this time around we take a look at the rules for Voidships. We also talk about the Rogue Trader archetype, review Warhammer Quest Blackstone Fortress, and we end of with a...
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Episode 100 - Da Undred Show
Episode 100 - "Da Undred Show" - Get ready to Waaaagh with James and Mike as we bring you our centenary show right at the conclusion of Orktober. With a hundred shows now under our belt we welcome back some of our favourite guests including Ross Watson and Tim Huckelbery for a bit of a...
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Episode 99 - Cards and Tables
Episode 99 - "Cards and Tables" - We finally return to our original format with all regular sections of the show now back. We start with a look at the various card decks of Wrath and Glory, before moving on to a look at the Ganger archetype. We then give you our review of Kill-Team, and finally…
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Episode 98 - GenCon Special 4
Episode 98 - "GenCon Special 4" - In our latest episode, we bring you all of the news from GenCon 2018 including the official launch of Wrath and Glory. We discuss the Ulisses North America panel, talk about the rules for character creation, and review the Wrath and Glory Core Book itself.…
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Episode 97 - A New Threat
Episode 97 - "A New Threat" - With the release of Wrath and Glory just around the corner, we can finally start to talk about the system and the setting itself. Along with covering the latest news, we also take a deep dive in to the Threatening Task mechanic of the new game. We also review…
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Episode 96 - Origins Special
Episode 96 - "Origins Special" - We bring you a special episode fresh from the Warhammer Weekend and the Origins Games Fair. In this episode we have not one but three interview guests as we break down all of the latest news on Wrath and Glory as the game sees its first public release with the…
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Episode 95 - Preorders Are Go
Episode 95 - "Preorders Are Go" - In our latest episode we cover the biggest news about Wrath and Glory to date - the announcement about the preorder date and what products will be available in each bundle. There's also a ton of news about Warhammer and general, and we use this episode to discuss...
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Episode 94 - They Toll for Thee
Episode 94 - "They Toll for Thee" - We've been on a bit of a hiatus due to both of us traveling, but we are finally back to give you the latest info on the upcoming Wrath and Glory RPG. Today's episode includes looking at the latest two developer diaries as well as a quick discussion on the...
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Episode 93 - Imperium Sanctis
Episode 93 - "Imperium Sanctis" - Once again we take a look at the latest news on Wrath and Glory starting with the latest designer diary and a bunch of important dates from Ulisses North America. We then sit down and chat again with lead developer Ross Watson for a few key reveals about the...
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Episode 92 - That Guy
Episode 92 - "That Guy" - We have a new Wrath and Glory designer diary to digest that gives us some more information on Tiers and Ascending. We go through all of the latest news regarding the warhammer RPG lines and chat a bit about where the war game is at. Finally we have a little talk about…
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Episode 91 - Multiple Personalities
Episode 91 - "Multiple Personalities" - In this episode we take a look at the latest designer diary from Ulisses North America about Wrath and Glory, including the reveal about Archetypes and the artwork that was shared over the past few weeks. We also take some time to answer a listener question...
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Episode 90 - Pool of Tiers
Episode 90 - "Pool of Tiers" - It's our final show of 2017, and we've got a bit of Wrath and Glory news to talk about. With two info drops since our last episode, we take the opportunity this episode to discuss the dice pool system of Wrath and Glory, as well as take a look at the mechanics of...
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Episode 89 - Indomitus
Episode 89 - "Indomitus" - In our latest show we can talk a bit about James' experiences playing Wrath and Glory at the Ulisses offices. We also present the final part of our Dark Imperium history, this time we are focusing on the events of the Indomitus Crusade, and the Plague Wars of Ultramar.
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Episode 88 - The Maelstrom
Episode 88 - "The Maelstrom" - Once again we bring you the latest news from both Games Workshop and Ulisses North America on the development of Wrath and Glory. In this episode we continue our background overview on the events leading up to the Dark Imperium. Today we cover the Ultramar Campaign...
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Episode 87 - The Gathering Storm
Episode 87 - "The Gathering Storm" - A bit of a shorter episode this time as we tread water waiting to find out more about Wrath and Glory. In this episode we give you the first of a two part overview of the major events in the 40k universe associated with the change to the Dark Imperium setting.
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Episode 86 - Three Decades of Service
Episode 86 - "Three Decades of Service" - This episode we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Warhammer 40k, notably with something of a retrospective on the product line, and also a review of the original Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader book. We also welcome Ross Watson back to the show for our first...
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Episode 85 - Wrath and Glory
Episode 85 - "Wrath and Glory" - In light of the new announcment from Ulisses Games, we spend a whole episode talking about and speculating on the upcoming Warhammer 40000 Wrath and Glory RPG.
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Episode 84 - Shrouded in Mystery
Episode 84 - "Shrouded in Mystery" - We continue our series of discussions of adapting your RPGs to the 8th Edition setting with our latest Black Crusade show. We also talk about the Alpha Legion Chaos Space Marine specialty, review the new 8th Edition boxed sets, and consider the passage of time...
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Episode 83 - Grim Grim Darkness
Episode 83 - "Grim Grim Darkness" - In light of the release of 8th Edition 40K we change up this Deathwatch episode somewhat, talking about running games in the updated setting. We also review Shadow War Armageddon, talk about the Storm Wardens, and argue about whether games can be run without...
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Episode 82 - Moving Forward
Episode 82 - "Moving Forward" - This might be a Rogue Trader episode, but with all the developments around 8th Edition of 40k, we have to cover that. We also talk about the Vagabond-Class Merchant Trader, review Dawn of War 3, and consider the important points of time-keeping and downtime in your...
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Episode 81 - The Best Defence
Episode 81 - "The Best Defence" - Rumours abound about the future of Warhammer role playing and we are here to cover it all. We also do the first part of four of our review series on the Haarlock Trilogy, discuss the Crusader role, and talk about when rail-roading can work.
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Episode 80 - Retroactive Continuity
Episode 80 - "Retroactive Continuity" - In our latest Only War show, we start the story of our own campaign which started back in beta. We also preview Inquisitor Martyr, discuss the Hunter Killer regiment doctrine, and tackle the use of retconning in games.
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Episode 79 - Death and Disease
Episode 79 - "Death and Disease" - We're back for another year, and this time around we give you the second part of our own Black Crusade campaign. We also review Hero Forge, discuss the Plague Marine, and consider what it means to truly embrace Chaos.
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Episode 78 - Abhor the Witch
Episode 78 - "Abhor the Witch" - For our last episode of 2016, we're talking Deathwatch - specifically our own, newly created narrative. We also review Space Hulk Deathwing, discuss the Black Templars, and talk about ways to use space hulks in your Deathwatch game.
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Episode 77 - World Building
Episode 77 - "World Building" - As promised in an earlier episode, we are finally looking at the Star System Creation system for Rogue Trader. We also review Traitor's Nexus, discuss the Dauntless-Class Light Cruiser, and consider porting the 2nd Edition Dark Heresy rules into Rogue Trader.
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Episode 76 - The Road Warrior
Episode 76 - "The Road Warrior" - Our latest Dark Heresy 2nd Edition episode is all about vehicles as we look at the vehicles and mounts system. We also review the Exterminatus graphic novel, discuss the Ace role, and start a series on Inquisitorial factions with the Thorians.
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Episode 75 - Drop On In
Episode 75 - "Drop On In" - Picking up where we left off last episode, we are introducing our own Only War campaign. We also preview Space Hulk Deathwing, discuss the Drop Troop regimental doctrine, and consider ways to run a meta-campaign of Only War.
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Episode 74 - Money Matters
Episode 74 - "Money Matters" - Welcome to our latest Black Crusade episode where we are switching up the order a little, starting by introducing you to our own Black Crusade campaign. We also review The Tranzia Rebellion, discuss the Pirate Prince of the Ragged Helix archetype, and respond to a...
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Episode 73 - Quoth the Raven
Episode 73 - "Quoth the Raven" - We interupt our regularly scheduled Deathwatch episode to talk about the latest developments with the 40k RPGs. We also review Death Masque, discuss the Raven Guard chapter, and ponder who stealthy an eight foot man in power armour can be.
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Episode 72 - Xenophobia of Truth
Episode 72 - "Xenophobia of Truth" - It's time to get your Endeavour on as we look at the Achievement Points system in Rogue Trader. We also review Shedding Light, discuss the Sword-Class Frigate, and chat about creating your own alien races for your games.
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Episode 71 - GenCon Special 3
Episode 71 - "GenCon Special 3" - On top of it being our latest Dark Heresy show, it's also the show following GenCon. We cover the news such as it is coming out of the con. We also review Eisenhorn Xenos, discuss the Penitent role, and consider the importance of languages in RPGs.
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Episode 70 - Sneaky Sentinel
Episode 70 - "Sneaky Sentinel" - It's back to the Spinward Front and Only War as we discuss awarding and managing XP in game. We also preview Dawn of War III from E3, discuss the Recon regimental doctrine, and talk about the importance of building your campaign around the characters.
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Episode 69 - Fear Itself
Episode 69 - "Fear Itself" - It's time for our latest Black Crusade episode. In this show we take a look at the Advanced Hordes system from Tome of Blood. We also review a couple of items, discuss the Night Lords Chaos Space Marine, and chat about the implications of fear as a narrative device on...
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Episode 68 - The Anvil of War
Episode 68 - "The Anvil of War" - We take our first look at some real house-rules as we discuss the options for crafting your own equipment in Deathwatch. We also review Deathwatch Overkill, discuss the Salamanders chapter, and consider ways for making your Space Marine downtime a little more...
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Episode 67 - Burden of Rule
Episode 67 - "Burden of Rule" - Fortuitous timing sees us do our latest Rogue Trader episode right as we begin a new campaign. We start by looking at the Colony creation system. We also review the Soul Reaver, discuss the Hazeroth-CLass Privateer, and discuss the implications of empire building…
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Episode 66 - Faith Beyond Reason
Episode 66 - "Faith Beyond Reason" - It's all faith and fire in our latest Dark Heresy episode in which we look at the character traits system. We also review Daemon Hunter from 1st Edition, discuss the Fanatic role, and consider the options for bring 1st Edition material in to your 2nd Edition...
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Episode 65 - Drive Me Closer
Episode 65 - "Drive Me Closer" - We return to the Spinward Front in our latest Only War episode where we talk about the structures and ranks of the Imperial Guard. We also review the Departmento Munitorum Handbook, discuss the Armoured Regiment in our new career section and ponder the nature of…
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Episode 64 - Walk Forward and Shoot
Episode 64 - "Walk Forward and Shoot" - It's time for another Black Crusade episode, and this time around we're talking about the Rites and Rituals system. We also review Deathwatch Enhanced Edition, examine the Idolitrex Magos of Forge Polix and talk about some options to bring a little…
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Episode 63 - Honour the Codex
Episode 63 - "Honour the Codex" - Recording from GamerNationCon 3 we bring you our latest Deathwatch episode. This time around we're chatting about the Advanced Squad Mode system. We also review Falling Star, look in to the Ultramarines and consider methods for introducing your friends to 40K…
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Episode 62 - Ship Shape
Episode 62 - "Ship Shape" - We delve in to all aspects of ships in our latest Rogue Trader episode. First off, we have an interview with Ross Watson about the new Battlefleet Gothic computer game. We also review Fallen Suns, take a new approach to our career discussion and talk about the…
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Episode 61 - Bad Deals
Episode 61 - "Bad Deals" - After a short hiatus due to life, we are back with our latest Dark Heresy show. This time around, we are looking at the Dark Pacts system from Enemies Beyond. We also review Enemies Beyond, discuss the Warrior role and provide some advice for portraying Daemons in your...
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