Square Based: A Warhammer Fantasy in the Old World

Square Based Podcast
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A community podcast about Warhammer the Old World. A world of legends set out to bring you hot gossip, deep lore and fun insights

  1. JAN 7

    2026 Changes Coming to Warhammer the Old World? | Square Based Show

    The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.  Chapters: MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11*  https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world ► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3*  https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets ►  Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ ► *Old World Rankings (Past and Upcoming Old World Events:* https://oldworldrankings.com/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    1h 37m

  2. 12/19/2025

    2025: The BEST (and WORST) Year for Warhammer The Old World? | Square Based Show

    It’s been a roller coaster year for Old World in 2025 — or as Val puts it, "uppy-downy." In this massive retrospective, Rob and Val look back at the entirety of 2025 for Warhammer: The Old World. From the "turgid" pipeline at the start of the year to the absolute explosion of releases that followed, we cover it all. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 0:54 - Upcoming Events: TGX & CanHammer Teams  3:08 - The Early 2025 Vibes 7:24 - Arcane Journal: Empire of Man 10:13 - The War Wagon: A Made-to-Order Miracle 18:51 - The Launch of the Renegade Legacy Pack 26:48 - The Elven Releases 35:25 - Wood Elves: Host of Talsyn & The Struggle for Identity 43:28 - Beastmen  46:13 - Grand Cathay: The Breakout Moment 49:15 - The Match Play Guide (MPG) & 1.5 Update 54:20 - The "Balloon" Drama & Toxic Discourse 1:01:49 - The Cathay Models 1:11:07 - Alternative Ways to Play 1:11:07 - Foray & Battle March 1:13:03 - Renegade Crowns & Terrain Maps 1:17:50 - The Year End Surprise: New Chaos Marauders  1:20:14 - Final Thoughts & Outro MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11*  https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world ► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/aJD8zF8SeZBj ►  Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ ► *Old World Rankings (Past and Upcoming Old World Events:* https://oldworldrankings.com/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    1h 22m

  3. 12/19/2025

    What's Really Happening With Chaos? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

    The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.  Chapters: MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11*  https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world ► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3*  https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets ►  Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ ► *Old World Rankings (Past and Upcoming Old World Events:* https://oldworldrankings.com/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    41 min

  4. 12/19/2025

    How to make OLD WORLD BETTER | Warhammer the Old World Stats Show

    The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.  Chapters: MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11*  https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world ► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3*  https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets ►  Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ ► *Old World Rankings (Past and Upcoming Old World Events:* https://oldworldrankings.com/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    1h 11m

  5. 12/19/2025

    Are Legacy armies becoming official? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

    The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.  Chapters: MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ►  Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    22 min

  6. 11/21/2025

    Razing of the Westerland Arcane Journal Any Good? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

    Today Rob and Val review the spicy new Arcane Journal: The Razing of Westerland! While the Westerland might not be Val’s favorite province to see razed, we are here for the rules juice. Has Santa has come early and brought treats for everyone?  *CHAPTERS* 0:00 - Intro 2:41 - New Rules: Chaotic Cults (Replacing Marks for Marauders) 5:49 - Cult of the Bloodied Hound 6:51 - Cult of the Slithering Serpent  7:33 - Cult of the Carrion Crow 8:27 - Cult of the Fell Raptor 9:49 - Chaos Marauders  14:50 - Marauder Horsemen  18:21 - New Rules: Chaotic Traits (Upgrades for Characters & Units) 20:49 - Unnatural Fortitude  21:49 - Dark Hearts  24:14 - Longstriders & Enhanced Reflexes  26:57 - Battle Hunger  29:12 - Prophetic Foresight 35:50 - New Magic: Lore of the Shadowlands 44:36 - CHRISTMAS TIME: *Universal Magic Items for Everyone!* 45:45 - Magic Weapons: Cackling Blade & Meteor Hammer 49:41 - The Sword of Sorrow  51:30 - Magic Armor: Levitating Shield & Trailblazers 53:38 - Talismans: Icon of Fortitude & Ironhide Talisman 56:43 - Magic Standards: Banner of the Steadfast 58:15 - Totem of Wrath  1:01:00 - Monster Hunter’s Tapestry  1:02:32 - Enchanted Items 1:05:49 - Arcane Items 1:11:25 - Final Thoughts: Is this Arcane Journal "Not Boring"? MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ►  Support us on PATREON and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased *OLD WORLD RESOURCES* ► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs*    https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ ► *The Square Based FAQ:* https://www.squarebased.com/faqs ► *The Renegade Legacy Pack:*  https://www.squarebased.com/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ *MERCH*   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    1h 14m

  7. 11/17/2025

    Starting Warhammer the Old World in 2026 | Square Based Show

    Are you Old World curious? Thinking about jumping into Warhammer: The Old World in 2026? Well, this is the show for you. Buckle up, kids. Rob and Val are breaking down everything you need to know, from the lore and the community to the rules and the hobby. We get it. New year, new army, right? A lot of people were asking for a condensed video that gives a complete overlay of the game, so we're putting it all together in one place. This is the all-in-one video for all the new players we wish we had. As always, if there's anything we left out, or if you're an experienced player with tips for the new folks, leave some comments below! You know it's great for engagement, and we want to hear your thoughts. A special thanks to everyone on our Square Based Patreon for your support! CHAPTERS 0:00 - Introduction 2:38 - *Chapter 1: What is The Old World? (The Setting)* 7:35 - How Old World Relates to 40k & Age of Sigmar 13:42 - The Armies: Core Factions 16:28 - The Armies: Legacy / "Renegade" Factions 21:11 - The Vibe: Is the Setting Grimdark or Fun? 24:57 - *Chapter 2: The Old World Community* 30:51 - Is the Community Big & Growing? 32:52 - Size vs. 40k & Age of Sigmar 38:08 - *Chapter 3: How to Play (Gameplay Overview)* 41:37 - How Many Models/Points to Start? (500pt Foray) 46:33 - How Long Does a Game Take? 48:52 - What Books Do You Need? (And Do You?) 53:50 - How Difficult is The Old World to Learn? 57:37 - Beginner List-Writing Tips 1:02:54 - *Chapter 4: The Hobby (Collecting & Painting)* 1:03:18 - Best Beginner Army to Collect? 1:05:50 - The Cost & Value of Old World Models 1:07:13 - Can I Use Old, AoS, or 3rd Party Models? 1:12:13 - Essential Tools & Painting Supplies 1:17:32 - How Expensive is it to Start? 1:19:11 - The Future of the Game (New Editions?) 1:22:04 - Final Thoughts & Outro MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Old World Army Builder:* https://old-world-builder.com/ ► *Old World Rules Wiki:* https://tow.whfb.app/ ► *Our 500pt Foray Pack:* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world-500-point-foray/ ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ►  *Support us on PATREON and join us on Discord:* https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased MERCH!   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Square Based Comp and Gaming Resources:   https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    1h 23m

  8. 11/12/2025

    MASSIVE new release has us SHOCKED!?| Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

    The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.  Chapters: MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: ► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ ► *The California Cup in Los Angeles ! Nov 14-16!* https://greenbannereventco.com/product-category/california-cup/ ►  Support us on PATREON and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased MERCH!   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Square Based terrain maps and resources:  https://thehonestwargamer.com/the-old-world-terrain-guidelines/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #squarebased #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy

    25 min
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