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Charge & Spike

10 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

Charge & Spike is a podcast about Warcaster Neo-Mechanika, a sci-fi miniatures wargame created by Privateer Press. In each show, we have a charge and a spike section. In the charge section, we'll cover lore and hobby topics; and in the spike section we'll be talking about tactics and gameplay. Thank you for listening to our podcast and come join the discussion in our communities on Facebook & Discord. Join our Discord community@ https://discord.gg/ANagTXxQEH

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Episodes

Warcaster Terrain: Buy, Build, or Print?

March 15, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

A table full of well-made terrain not only makes a game more tactical and interesting, but it also tells a story.  Warcaster was built for terrain in mind with its rules for movement, climbing, and jumping. In this episode, we discuss the different ways to create a thematic table with playable terrain. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of buying, printing, and scratch-building. Links: Buying Terrain Monster Fight Club Scenics TinkerTurf Pegasus Hobbies 3D-Printing Thunderhea...

The Immortality Cult

March 08, 2021 18:00 - 3 hours - 133 MB

The inscrutable Aeternus Continuum is a vast cult outlawed by both the Alliance and the Marcher Worlds. Primarily known and feared for their piracy, armed incursions, and violent abductions, few outsiders recognize the true scale or purposes of this shadowy organization.  In this episode we explore the lore and the tactics of the cult. We are also joined by Privateer Press digital sculptor, Doug Hamilton, and he talks about sculpting the Continuum and also the personalized backstory of his ...

Signal Interrupt - Art Direction

March 04, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 50 MB

In this special Charge & Spike we are joined by Privateer Press Art Director Michael Vaillancourt for an interview about what it is like to be an Art Director for a miniatures gaming company.  Michael shares with us some of his vast background of experience and talks about what it was like creating the look and feel of Warcaster: Neo-Mechanika.  Michael also shares with us some tidbits of what he was working on at the time of the interview, the new IKRPG: Requiem books. This episode is a S...

Architects of Cyriss

February 15, 2021 15:00 - 2 hours - 120 MB

After millenniums of slumber, the Hyperuranion's true masters have returned ageless and immortal. In this very special episode we talk to the creators of Warcaster Jason Soles and Matt Wilson and learn about the Empyreans and their plan for the galaxy. In the Charge section we cover the Aeons, Cyriss Prime, the nature of the Hyperuranion, the Keepers, and dive deep into the background of Warcaster. We also get some really exciting spoilers for the next Warcaster Kickstarter and the new cad...

Signal Intercept - Backerkit

December 24, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

We are joined by Andy Gill, Privateer Press's Kickstarter Producer, and he takes us through his background, how kickstarters are built, and gives us pro-tips to completing your Warcaster Collision Course Backerkit pledge. References: The Warcaster: Collision Course pledge manager/preorder store Andy’s Armored Konundrum Trolls Gonna Troll Join the discussion on the Charge & Spike Discord Server.

Journey to the Marcher Worlds

December 14, 2020 00:00 - 2 hours - 107 MB

Step into the uncharted wilds of the marches and live free of the Iron Star Alliance's yoke. In this episode we take a look at the Marcher Worlds backstory, models, and tactics. We are joined by special guests Isaiah Thompson from the Minority Report and Seth Conrad (Sryker911). They help us delve deep into the motivations and mindsets of the typical Marcher Worlds supporter, and we also discuss terrain and why a good table makes for a more balanced and fun game for all. Timestamps 00:04:0...

Signal Intercept - Pendulum Format

November 30, 2020 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

In this special Charge & Spike we will be going over the recently released Pendulum rules.  Pendulum is the recently released competitive tournament format for Warcaster. This episode is a Signal Intercept and does not follow our typical format. The C&S Team will occasionally release Signal Intercept casts between our normal shows when important information or developments are released or come up for Warcaster.  Links: Pendulum Rules on the Privateer Press webstore War Budgies YouTube...

Signal Interrupt - Pendulum Format

November 30, 2020 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

In this special Charge & Spike we will be going over the recently released Pendulum rules.  Pendulum is the recently released competitive tournament format for Warcaster. This episode is a Signal Intercept and does not follow our typical format. The C&S Team will occasionally release Signal Intercept casts between our normal shows when important information or developments are released or come up for Warcaster.  Links: Pendulum Rules on the Privateer Press webstore War Budgies YouTube...

All About ISA

November 26, 2020 21:00 - 2 hours - 96.9 MB

In this episode, we cover both the background and tactica of the Iron Star Alliance. We’re joined by our special guests Travis Marg and J.D. and they explain why they love ISA and how they build and play their forces. Intro, Meet our Guests: 00:00:00 Charge, ISA Lore: 00:13:16 Impulse Inducer, Community Highlights: 00:54:09 Spike, ISA Tactica: 01:11:15 Outro: 02:10:45

Welcome to Warcaster & Aeternus Tactica

November 15, 2020 23:00 - 2 hours - 82.5 MB

In the first episode we introduce ourselves, talk about what we love about Warcaster, and in the Charge section Jay takes us through his approach to playing with Aeternus Continuum. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 13:05 - Charge: Welcome to Warcaster 46:35 - Spike: Why play Aeternus Continuum? Here are the load outs Jay runs for AC Scourges. Scourge 1 - Revenger Cortex w/ Hollowphage Cannon, Void Splitter, and Nailer. Scourge 2 - Attack Cortex (Recently switched to Misanthrope Cortex for added...