Square Based: A Warhammer Fantasy in the Old World

Old World Gaming Events are EXPLODING in Popularity | Old World Stats Show | Square Based Show

The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed. 
Chapters:
[00:00] Old World Stat Center: Intro & Weekend Events Overview
[01:57] Tournament Report: Welsh Open - The Rise of Sylvania
[04:47] Welsh Open Champion: Jack Ward's Vampire Counts List
[06:15] Welsh Open: Top 4-1 & 4-Draw Lists
[19:49] Welsh Open Takeaways: The Vampire Counts Question
[20:39] Tournament Report: Birthday Slaughter GT (Queensland, Australia)
[22:05] Queensland Champion: Justin Franklin's Tomb Kings List
[25:25] Tournament Report: Battle Rage Baller Up (Denmark) & Comp System
[28:35] Denmark Top Armies: Demons of Chaos & Seagar Garrison
[34:47] Tournament Report: COV GT (Minor Event)
[38:16] Final Thoughts: State of the Old World Tournament Scene
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 #warhammerfantasybattles 
 

What's REALLY Happening in the Game Right Now | Old World Stats Centre | Square Based Show

It's time for another deep dive into event results for Warhammer the Old World, and Val joins Rob for his first official stats appearance! 
This episode covers Val's own massive Square Based Open Toronto, the LVO Champs, Michigan GT, and MOAB down in Australia.
Get ready for list breakdowns, faction analysis, and a look at how different mission packs and the emerging comp scene are shaping the meta. Which armies are rising to the top? Are the secondary objectives changing how people build lists? We break it all down!
CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Introduction & Recent News (Chaos Marauders) 1:25 - Events Overview & The Emerging Comp Landscape 4:37 - Square Based Open Toronto 2025 39:19 - LVO Champs 2025 58:30 - Michigan GT 2025 1:12:11 - Moab 2025 (Australia) 1:19:30 - Overall Meta Discussion & Conclusion
Links to Tournament info: 
Shout out to Gommo  @oldworldfanatics  and https://oldworldrankings.com/ for helping to make this show much easier to produce! 
*Square Based Open*: *Results*:https://oldworldrankings.com/ca/tournaments/the-square-based-open-toronto-2025 *Tournament Pack*:https://www.canva.com/design/DAGT7sX3wrE/5WoxiSnafq8G2Z88Fn1MhA/view?utm_content=DAGT7sX3wrE&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h66f336931c
*The Las Vegas Open**Results*: https://oldworldrankings.com/us/tournaments/lvo-xii-the-old-world-champs*Tournament Pack*https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lD5-0cONDnlUv24bKi_IYyj4ds9wi_5Epr8sF3_QE9w/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.wevxs8p5amo7
*Michigan GT**Results*: https://oldworldrankings.com/us/tournaments/tow-gt-michigan-gt-2025-2500-pt*Tournament Pack*https://drive.google.com/file/d/18csO0dKZ8lpaiKAE58Kc4Y5qU51HfNMR/view
*MOAB**Results*:https://oldworldrankings.com/au/tournaments/old-world-moab-2025*Tournament Pack*:https://www.sutherlandshiregamers.org/wp-content/uploads/MOAB-2025-Old-World-Players-Pack-Updated.pdf
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

This is MUCH bigger than it seems! | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

Sound the Alarm!! months ago we found out that the "scope of the game had changed" and wow were they not kidding! Announced today by GW are a totally new re-sculpt of the Chaos Marauders and Horsemen. Why is this such a big deal? Rob and Val go deep into the details from Warhammer Community and explain what this means for the suddenly very bright future of Warhammer the Old World. 
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

Is Battle March A Better Way to Play? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

This week, Rob and Val have a smorgasbord of Old World topics to get through: from community updates to grand conspiracies. We're kicking things off with the latest on Square Based Open Toronto and the Cali Cup before diving into the community's entirely... spirited feedback on the Square Based Comp system.
After that, we're dusting off the tin foil hats to analyze the new Warhammer Quest box and what it might imply about the infamous "schism" between GW's studios. 
The main event, however, is a full deep dive into the official "Battle March" small-game format. Is it the perfect on-ramp for new players, or just a clever way to fill pages in an Arcane Journal?
CHAPTERS 0:00 - Introduction & Event Updates3:52 - The "Square Based Comp" & State of the Scene26:53 - The "Schism" Returns: Analyzing the New Warhammer Quest Box39:17 - Deep Dive: The "Battle March" Small Game Format59:05 - Looking Ahead: What's Next for The Old World?1:02:43 - Conclusion & Final Thoughts
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► Link to the 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/
► *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

Introducing Square Based Comp | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

As Tournament Organizers, Community Bros, and YouTube loudmouths - Rob and Val really want Old World to be a fun experience for as many players as possible. Today, they share their idea for Square Based Comp - a simple and straight forward way to get better matchups in your games of Warhammer. Link to the Square Based Comp (and other handy resources): https://thehonestwargamer.com/warhammer-the-old-world/square-based-comp-event-packs-faq-and-map-information/
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *The Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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

The War of Settra’s Fury Guide to the NEW Rules | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

We've got it folks! The WAR OF SETTRA'S FURY - packed with new rules for Tomb Kings and Armies of Infamy for Renegade Crowns (Empire Exiles?) and Slayers (Extra Angry Emo Dwarfs). 
Is the book worth your time? Is it cooked? Is it boring? LET'S GO ON A JOURNEY AND FIND OUT TOGETHER. 
Also Come to the Square Based Open Toronto. Come on. I need like 10 more peoples to feel validated. 
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *The Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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

Cathay causes a problem in London | Warhammer the Old World Stats Centre | 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 Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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

Kislev, Vampire Coast and Legal Legacy Factions? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

A lead sculptor from the Age of Sigmar studio has officially joined The Old World team, and the implications are HUGE! What does this mean for the future of the game? To understand what's coming, Rob and Val have to look back at the infamous "schism" between GW's design studios and the resulting scramble during Old World's launch. 
After some updates on Val's **Square Based Open Toronto** and the wild success of Rob's Foray format, we get into the big questions: Will Kislev finally ride forth from the tundra? Could the Vampire Coast set sail as a new faction? Are Dark Elves, Chaos Dwarfs, or even the Vampire Counts poised for a grand return?
CHAPTERS 0:00 - Introduction & The Big Tease0:54 - Val's Update: Square Based Open Toronto & Old World League3:04 - Val's Recent Games: Lizardmen & a WTC Nuln List6:30 - Rob's Update: Building Terrain & Foray Event Success
8:56 - The Popularity of Smaller Games in GW's Strategy12:23 - The Role of Allies, Mercenaries, and Kitbashing in selling models.15:13 - The Great Table Size Conspiracy
18:26 - Setting the Scene: The Old World's Launch & "The Schism"20:22 - **The Big News: A New Lead Sculptor for The Old World**24:32 - A History of GW Main vs. Specialist Design Studio (SDS)32:01 - How SDS Pivoted with Arcane Journals
35:12 - What's Next for The Old World?41:41 - Who Will Return? Who is New?41:58 - Kislev46:40 - Vampire Coast55:03 - Dark Elves59:41 - Chaos Dwarfs1:03:44 - Vampire Counts1:06:18 - Skaven & Lizardmen1:12:04 - Daemons of Chaos (The Dark Horse)1:21:43 - Dogs of War, Nippon, and... Gnomes?
1:26:14 - When Will We See the Next Big Reveals?1:27:19 - Conclusion, Shout-outs & Outro
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *The Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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
► Check out That Old World Charm Podcast for more Val (talking ADHD and Mental Health): https://oldworldcharm.podbean.com/
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

Is the Tomb Kings of Khemri Arcane Journal Any Good? | Warhammer the Old World | Square Based Show

Just when you thought the sands had settled, we're busting out the 90s Egyploitation and going tomb raiding again. Light that lantern and join your hosts Rob and Val on this full review of the Tomb Kings of Khemri Arcane Journal.
We dissect the the thundering Nehekharan Royal Host led by Settra himself, and the construct-worshipping Mortuary Cult. Get ready for a breakdown of all the new magic items, legendary special characters (Settra does NOT kneel, and he also does NOT move swiftly!), and unique units that you might want to inlcude in your Khemrian lists. 
Plus, we kick things off with the latest updates on Val's upcoming Square Based Open Toronto and Rob's tournament experiences.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction & Banter1:37 - Updates: Preparing for Square Based Open Toronto 2:42 - Rob's Old World Event Recap & Player Feedback3:34 - Discussion: The Ideal Points Value for Tournaments
ARMIES OF INFAMY REVIEW10:34 - Initial Thoughts on the Main Tomb Kings Book11:56 - Army of Infamy: Nehekharan Royal Host12:09 - Royal Host: Army Composition14:35 - Royal Host: Special Rules19:05 - Army of Infamy: Mortuary Cult19:15 - Mortuary Cult: Army Composition21:42 - Mortuary Cult: Special Rules28:35 - New Magic Items29:02 - Magic Weapons33:45 - Magic Armour35:21 - Talismans38:06 - Magic Standards41:52 - Enchanted Items44:40 - Arcane Items50:17 - Settra the Imperishable59:06 - Prince Apophas, the Cursed Scarab Lord1:03:33 - Nekaph, Emissary of Settra1:06:18 - The Arch Necrotect1:09:32 - Skeleton Infantry Cohort1:10:37 - Venerable Ushabti1:13:56 - Skeleton Cavalry Cohort1:15:34 - Necroserpents1:17:44 - Tomb Guard Chariots1:21:15 - Final Thoughts & Summary of the Arcane Journal
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *The Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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

Tomb Kings of Khemri List Building Strategies | Warhammer the Old World | Deep Dive

Dust off your chariots and sharpen your khopesh, because your hosts Rob and Val are taking you on a long-awaited DEEP DIVE into the Tomb Kings Grand Army for 2025!
With the new Match Play Guide changing the face of the battlefield, this isn't just any review; it's a whole new expedition into the Land of the Dead. We're cracking open the ancient seals to look at everything, from the powerful army-wide rules to every single dusty unit in the roster. Is the Necrosphinx still a top-tier terror? Can a block of humble skeletons actually win you the game now? Is Val's new hat secretly powered by the Casket of Souls? 
CHAPTERS 
0:00 - Introduction & Banter3:09 - Community Updates & Upcoming Events8:19 - Tomb Kings Army Overview (TL:DR)9:54 - The Impact of the Match Play Guide
*Army and Special Rules*12:47 - Grand Army Composition15:44 - Army Special Rules (Arrows of Asaph, Cleaving Blow, Unstable & more!)32:57 - The Lore of Nehekhara
*Magic Items*40:38 - Magic Weapons45:44 - Magic Armour47:53 - Talismans50:07 - Magic Standards53:54 - Enchanted Items57:26 - Arcane Items
*Characters*1:02:10 - Monarchs of Nehekhara (Tomb King & Tomb Prince)1:04:56 - Character Mounts & The Necrolith Bone Dragon1:13:13 - Royal Herald1:18:02 - Liche Priest (High Priest & Mortuary Priest)1:26:26 - Necrotect
*Units*1:31:20 - Skeleton Warriors1:34:48 - Skeleton Archers1:36:37 - Skeleton Skirmishers1:38:26 - Skeleton Horsemen1:40:21 - Skeleton Horse Archers1:41:18 - Skeletal Chariots1:44:46 - Tomb Swarms1:45:50 - Carrion1:47:52 - Tomb Guard1:52:55 - Sepulchral Stalkers1:56:16 - Necropolis Knights2:00:32 - Ushabti2:04:47 - Tomb Scorpion2:07:20 - Khemrian Warsphinx2:10:19 - Necrolith Colossus2:12:05 - Necrosphinx2:15:29 - Screaming Skull Catapult2:18:32 - Casket of Souls
2:23:40 - Final Thoughts & Summary
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *The Square Based Open Toronto! Oct 18-19! Get Yer Tickets!* https://tinyurl.com/Square-Based-Open-Toronto-2025
► *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
► Always up to date online rules resource for Old World: tow.whfb.app
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