40K Fanatics
A Warhammer 40K Podcast. A not too analytical look at Games Workshop, 40K, AOS, and more. Gaming, mini-painting, hobby, and all the news about it are right here. Interested in other game systems? We dabble in Dungeons and Dragons, historicals, one off games, and more. Be a part of the show in the YouTube comments. See the Bits Box pics on X at @40kfanatics. 40k, dnd, warhammer, miniature painting, gaming news.
Episodes
There’s a new grimdark game on the block and it’s coming to eat Warhammer’s lunch. The game is Trench Crusade and it’s rising in popularity with gamers. Will Trench Crusade knock Games Workshop off its pedestal or will this game crash and burn like many others? Time will tell. This week Shane and Austin discuss Trench Crusade and if it’s a game for us. We also discuss what makes a game compelling for our tastes.
It's the dream of most Warhammer players, an entire room dedicated to their hobby with space for playing, displaying, and painting. This week Shane and Austin discuss their ideal hobby room setups and what they'd like to see within. What would you like to see in your dream hobby room set up? Are you more of a game room person or a painting room person? Let us know below. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafq...
Chaos is universal amongst the Warhammer settings. They share the same chaos gods and demons. Is it just simple fun or does the connection go deeper? This week Shane and Austin explore if the warp really connects the Warhammer worlds and if crossovers are possible. Turns out we've already seen it happen...
In this episode Shane and Austin review Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. Considered the worst of the Original Series films, is it as bad as it's reputation claims to be? Let us know what films you'd like to hear us talk about next!
For nearly 40 years we have enjoyed the Grim Dark Future of Games Workshop's Warhammer 40k game. However with nearly 40 years of content does Warhammer 40k need to be rebooted? This week Shane and Austin explore this topic and if our beloved game needs a new touch of paint. Some might argue we've already seen the setting rebooted already...
As fans we sometimes think of Warhammer 40k's lore as being perfect and without issues. This week however Shane and Austin are here to poke holes in GW's lore and discuss a few aspects of it that really don't work very well in the grand scheme of the setting. Let us know below what parts of the lore you find questionable or have issue with.
This week Shane and Austin are talking about multiple topics! In this rapid fire format we'll cover several topics from new detachments, should old models be cheaper, and should game store charge for play space? Sit back and get ready to take in the deluge of discussion. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
This week we learn how to roll them bones. The art to dice etiquette is important to know to keep games running smoothly. Get ready to learn the proper way to use dice in your games of Warhammer 40k. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
In this movie review, Shane and Austin follow the white rabbit and discuss The Matrix. Let us know what you think of the film. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
The Rule of Cool, we often hear about it but what is it? Can you easily do it in Warhammer? This week Shane and Austin discuss this and decide if sometimes you just need to buck the trends to field an army that’s cool. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
The intoxicating musk has settled and the Emperor’s Children are upon us. Initial analysis of the codex appear to show the whole thing is a mess. This week Shane and Austin discuss the apparent issues with the new codex while also tackling the phenomenon of FoMO (Fear of Missing Out) and how you can try not to fall victim to it when it comes to Warhammer.
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There comes a time when the game you once loved doesn’t spark joy anymore. Maybe you’ve grown out of it, maybe you have new hobbies, maybe you just can’t find the time anymore. Does this mean it’s time to quit 40k? This week Shane and Austin tackle this topic and explore when it’s time to close the chapter on Warhammer 40k and look to new horizons. Let us know below if you’ve ever had thoughts of leaving the hobby or if you have pl...
We've all had that moment. You roll a mission, set the board, and you're going second. The other player gets a good first turn and manages to knock your key centerpiece out of the game. It's over, there's no way you're coming back from that... or is there? Today Austin and Shane will teach you how to stay calm, stay collected, and play the objective. There's a path to victory if you're willing to look for it. Check out our Discor...
A beginning is a very delicate time. Know now that this week Shane and Austin present a film review of David Lynch's adaption of Dune. We'll give you our thoughts on the film and also discuss how some of its elements tie into Warhammer 40k. Let us know below what you think of the film and if you'd like to hear more from us in the realm of cinema. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
Do you have difficulty trying to get a game of Warhammer scheduled? Are you socially anxious asking others to play? Are you unable to get exactly the game experience you desire? This week Shane and Austin discuss the social aspect of Warhammer and how you can get over your anxiety and book better games. Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
Rumors are currently swirling that there will not be a Chaos Daemon codex for 11th edition due to information revealed from the Emperor's Children codex. Are these rumor grounded? Will we never see a codex in 11th? Should you burn your bloodletters? We explore all these topics today in this week's episode of 40kFanatics! Check out our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/qGVFHmafqp
Despite being one of the most popular tabletop wargames, the terrain situation at Games Workshop leaves much to be desired. A lack of supply, exorbitant prices, and an obsession with fairness has made 40k terrain a nightmare to navigate. Tell us your thoughts on the state of 40k terrain, we'd love to hear. Check out our Discord! https://discord.gg/qGVFHmafqp
It’s a story as old as time. Person walks into their friendly local game store to buy RPG materials. They spot the Space Marines on the other side of the store and inquire what that peculiar game. Before long they’re buying their first minis and paints. Today we explore this phenomenon and how we too were sucked into this pipeline. Let us know below about your experience.
It's finally here! In this emergency episode, Shane and Austin take a look at all the reveals at the recent Las Vegas Open. Let us know what your favorite reveals are down below. I think pink might just be our new favorite color...
This week Shane and Austin discuss if Warhammer miniatures are simply game pieces or art projects. At what point does a miniature transcend simple gaming purposes? Also Austin will deliver thoughts on the new Astra Militarum codex. Is this a new opportunity for fun with the Imperial Guard or did Games Workshop just ruin the army? Let us know your thoughts below, we just might feature it in a future episode!
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