Square Based: A Warhammer Fantasy in the Old World
A community podcast about Warhammer the Old World. A world of legends set out to bring you hot gossip, deep lore and fun insights
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7 days ago
7 days ago
Warhammer the Old World is getting an updated edition and NEW models. Tune in to catch up with what Rob and Val have been up to and hear the preview to the preview.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Links to all current Renegade Drafts*https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Fal-Con 2026 June 13-14 Moncton New Brunswick! Val is the T.O!* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *Check out Rob's Event Recaps here!*https://thehonestwargamer.com/
► 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
7 days ago
7 days ago
Rob and Val are back with another update for the Renegade Legacy Pack for Warhammer the Old World. After doing the backstroke in the spawning pools for weeks we are pleased to say that the Great Plan is in motion. Join us as we break down this massive new Lizardmen update.
If you’ve been feeling like the Lustrian locals needed a bit more bite in Warhammer: The Old World, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. We are diving deep into the newly forged rules, points adjustments, and returning classic mechanics that will make your cold-blooded cohorts terrifying on the tabletop once again. Will the Slann be a part of the plan? Tune into find out!
► *Links to all current Renegade Drafts*https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro05:04 - The Tragic Legacy State of Lizardmen11:01 - Army List Changes 19:18 - Special Rules41:37 - Magic Items 47:40 - Disciplines of the Old Ones55:04 - Lore of Lustria Updates58:24 - Slann Mage-Priest1:00:30 - Rob's Surprise Unit Entry 1:04:12 - Saurus Heroes & Fixing Scaly Skin1:07:37 - Skink Heroes & Move/Shoot Blowpipes1:09:12 - Character Mounts1:11:36 - Skink Cohorts & The Spawn-kin Puzzle1:16:01 - Skink Skirmishers & Chameleon Skinks1:18:43 - Saurus Warriors & Temple Guard1:21:56 - Kroxigors1:24:04 - Salamanders & Razordon Packs1:27:41 - Cold One Riders1:29:37 - Terradon Riders1:31:38 - Ripperdactyls1:34:19 - Carnosaur1:35:49 - Stegodons & The Engine of the Gods1:42:08 - Bastiladon1:45:11 - Troglodon1:47:17 - The AoS Model Range Dilemma1:50:32 - Outro & How to Provide Feedback
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Fal-Con 2026 June 13-14 Moncton New Brunswick! Val is the T.O!* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *Check out Rob's Event Recaps here!*https://thehonestwargamer.com/
► 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
7 days ago
7 days ago
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Links to all current Renegade Drafts*https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Fal-Con 2026 June 13-14 Moncton New Brunswick! Val is the T.O!* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *Check out Rob's Event Recaps here!*https://thehonestwargamer.com/
► 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
Wednesday May 27, 2026
Wednesday May 27, 2026
The Winds of Magic are howling, and the Daemonic Legions have returned to Warhammer: The Old World to claim the mortal realm for Khorne, Nurgle, Tzeentch, and Slaanesh! Join us as we finally reveal the first draft for Daemons of Chaos for the Renegade Legacy Pack 2.0.
Will Daemons be good chaotic fun? Or has Val cooked the golden goose and tipped the Renegade canoe? Tune in and find out!
► *Links to all current Renegade Drafts*https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
Chapters: TBD
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Fal-Con 2026 June 13-14 Moncton New Brunswick! Val is the T.O!* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *Check out Rob's Event Recaps here!*https://thehonestwargamer.com/
► 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
Thursday May 14, 2026
Thursday May 14, 2026
Where is the news? It’s been seven months since a meaningful announcement for Warhammer the Old World. Are we looking at a 1.5 update? Has the "Scope" actually changed or is Games Workshop just asleep at the switch?
But first, Rob and Val dive into a massive catch-up session—from Val's grueling victory at the CanHammer Team Tournament to the ongoing labor of love that is the Renegade Legacy Pack and Rob's "Rivers" event.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro 1:41 - Val’s Renegades update and the Chaos Dwarf draft.8:07 - CanHammer Team Tournament post-mortem and why team formats rock.16:10 - Rob's 500-point Foray event.23:42 - Event Showcase blog32:36 - Does Square Based Comp scare away the A-tier armies?43:18 - *Main Topic:* Seven months of silence. Why has Old World dissappeared?55:02 - Rumors and theories: Missing starter boxes and the 1.5 edition "copium."57:24 - The Business Theory: Did GW just crush their KPIs and take their foot off the gas?1:14:06 - Could Age of Sigmar’s upcoming overhaul be freezing Old World's release schedule?1:19:33 - What does the ideal Old World release schedule actually look like?
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Links to all current Renegade Drafts*https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Fal-Con 2026 June 13-14 Moncton New Brunswick! Val is the T.O!* https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *Check out Rob's Event Recaps here!*https://thehonestwargamer.com/
► 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
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
The forge fires are burning hot, the dreadquake mortars are loaded, and the Dawi Zharr are finally marching to war. In today’s episode, Rob and Val are officially revealing the Renegade Legacy Pack 2.0 update for the Chaos Dwarfs in Warhammer the Old World!
Links to all Rengade Legacy Pack 2.0 Drafts here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro0:40 - Version 0.2 Updates: Dark Elves, Ogres, and Skaven2:09 - The path to final rules and the danger of "anchoring"4:19 - Upcoming Events: Falcon's Moncton GT & Square Based Open Toronto 20266:55 - The unique challenge of building a Chaos Dwarf Grand Army12:10 - Character Roster Overview: Overseer, Despot, and Castellan14:27 - Core Units: Chaos Dwarf Warriors and Blunderbuss Decimators18:20 - Special & Rare Options (and adopting the Hellcannon)22:12 - Special Rules: Blackshard Armor, Blazing Body, and Hellbound26:07 - Magic Items: Armor of Bazherak and the Mantle of Stone32:06 - Lore of Hashut & Dark Forge Weapons update35:55 - Hailshot Blunderbuss tweaks and Naptha Bombs39:44 - Chaos Dwarfs get access to Battle Magic40:30 - Character Deep Dive: Overseers, Despots, and Whip rules44:17 - Infernal Guard Commanders & the Bull Centaur Taur'ruk46:54 - Chaos Dwarf Warriors48:47 - Blunderbuss Decimators52:58 - Infernal Guard and Infernal Ironsworn58:27 - K'daai Fireborn & Bull Centaur Renders fixes1:01:05 - Iron Demon, Skullcracker, and the Great Taurus debate1:04:58 - War Machines: Deathshrieker Rocket Launcher tweaks1:07:33 - Dreadquake Mortar gets the Indentured Ogre Loader1:11:13 - Bringing the Chaos Dwarf Hellcannon home1:12:15 - Final thoughts and calls for community feedback
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► SAVE THE DATE: SBO T.O 2026 OCTOBER 24-25 IN TORONTO CANADA
► Link to tickets for FAL-CON (June 13-14 at the Moncton New Brunswick Coliseum) https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/dPphEdf4okFV
► *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/
► *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
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
ROB AND VAL ARE BACK! And as promised it's time to reveal the Renegades 2.0 Draft for the mighty Ogre Kingdoms.
*Read the DRAFT Renegade Ogres here:* https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MaoPo4ytwOQLUdWPopfVpfBt7_qC_UZD6EX7xO6Ysag/edit?usp=sharing
*Share your Feedback here (or in the comments below)*https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVv-GMpx67sRR1v8aetdHUtwt77WS4lfv_-D5GhNrCNVutbQ/viewform
Chapters:THEY'RE COMING. Renegades Discussion starts here though: 13:37
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► Gommo's excellent article on "the Renegade Effect" https://www.oldworldrankings.com/insights/renegade-effect/
Check out his YouTube content here: @oldworldfanatics
Shout out to the fellas at @OldWorldBehemoths for their patience and excellent wish listing.
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/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
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
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 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
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
In this episode of The Square Based Show, Rob and Val dive into the highly anticipated Renegade 2.0 update for the Skaven! Designed to fix the bland legacy rules that left the faction feeling gutted, this update breathes life back into the army by restoring the chaotic, friendly-fire-heavy, and beautifully unreliable mechanics that make playing the vile rat-men so iconic.
Val breaks down the design philosophy behind bringing back mechanics from previous editions, including the return of the Skaven misfire table, shooting into combat with "Expendable" units, and the infamous Doom Rocket.
Do not ask for whom the Screaming Bell tolls, it tolls for thee. Yes-yes.
*Read the DRAFT Renegade Skaven here:* https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QAt19do6rdvZgE8E6wLxUBkxfLBwdWYncAiof01vFHQ/edit?usp=sharing
*Share your Feedback here (or in the comments below)*https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVv-GMpx67sRR1v8aetdHUtwt77WS4lfv_-D5GhNrCNVutbQ/viewform
Chapters
0:00 - Intro & The Renegade Skaven1:11 - The Goal of Renegade 2.02:41 - Skaven Evolution & Missing Identity5:14 - Restoring Missing Skaven Mechanics8:35 - Document Hosting & Community Feedback11:12 - Table of Contents & Reading Guide13:20 - Army Composition Rules15:50 - Skaven Lore & The Civil War17:03 - Introducing Skaven Dregs19:08 - Special Rules Overview20:01 - The "Expendable" Rule23:23 - Verminous Valor Mechanics27:31 - Poisoned Wind & Skaven Misfire Tables30:03 - Magic Items: The Fell Blade & Weeping Blade34:24 - Magic Items: Death Globes & Warpstone Armor35:40 - The Iconic Storm Banner40:40 - Plague Banner & Brass Orb42:46 - Skavenbrew, Storm Demon & Warpstone Tokens47:12 - Magic Lore & Grey Seer Points50:22 - Warlock Engineers & The Doom Rocket54:30 - Clan Eshin Master Assassins56:18 - Plague Priests58:22 - Stormvermin Updates1:00:07 - Clanrats & Skirmishing Weapon Teams1:03:45 - Deep Dive: Skaven Dregs Gameplay1:10:31 - Warplock Jezzails & Poison Wind Globadiers1:13:23 - Packmasters & Rat Ogres1:18:04 - Giant Rats & Night Runners1:19:43 - Gutter Runners & Plague Monks1:21:10 - Plague Censer Bearers1:22:39 - The Screaming Bell & Tolling Chart1:28:14 - The Plague Furnace1:29:55 - The Doom Wheel Returns1:34:22 - Hell Pit Abomination & Plagueclaw Catapult1:36:03 - Final Reflections & Future Units
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/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
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
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 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