Look for any podcast host, guest or anyone
Showing episodes and shows of

Warhammmer 40k

Shows

The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastThe History of 40K - Buying, building, painting in 2nd edition.Today on the history of 40K we talk about the act of picking up the game of 2nd edition 40K. How you found playing partners, where you learned the game. We also talk about the physical game itself. From a era long forgotten of mail order catalogs and magazines. Also what you do when the models arrived how to build them, paint them, and where to go for advice on such things. So join us on a deep dive into a forgotten era of the world pre-internet.Patreon:www.patreon.com/The40kLorecast...2025-07-1651 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 94 - War of the Beast pt3On today’s cast we continue our coverage of the war of the beast. We open with the invasion of Ullanor. On paper it looked like it was going to go great, but it did not. From there we go back to Terra with the formation of the Death Watch. Then we follow the rediscovery of the Sisters of Silence and a new plan for how to kill the beast. We then close out with the second invasion of Ullanor.Patreon:www.patreon.com/The40kLorecastOur Website:https...2025-07-0859 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastWarhammer 40K 2nd edition (really 1st edition). What it was, how it played and moreToday we are joined by Brian Horton who has been playing the game since the launch of 2nd edition. In a time long long ago, where phones were not mobile, print media was king, and most all TV was boring (not everything is better). Brian joins us to discuss Warhammer 40K 2nd edition, what it was like picking it up, how it played and more.On our first ever episode we discuss what the History of 40K is. what the show will be about, and the topics we plan on discussing. We then do...2025-07-0248 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 93 - The War of The Beast pt2. Terra is saved but the galaxy is still in dangerOn today’s cast we continue our coverage of the war of the beast. We open with all of Terra freaking out about a giant attack moon just above Terra. But luckily the Lords of Terra have an idea, called the Proletarian Crusade. After that dismal failure, we cover two different visitations to the imperial palace, from the Orks and then the Harlequins. From there we follow the forces of the imperium to mars, where they learn the origins of the ork invasion. But before they can act they have to run and pick up a Primarch, who just appeare...2025-07-011h 08The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastBonus Episode - History of 40k - Episode 0 - How we started and what the show is all aboutOn our first ever episode we discuss what the History of 40K is. what the show will be about, and the topics we plan on discussing. We then do a personal one about our journeys into the game. With a breakdown of how we started the game and what we love about it.Patreon:www.patreon.com/The40kLorecastOur Website:https://the40klorecast.com/Discord Link:Discord.gg/40klcOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com2025-06-2728 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 92 - The War of The Beast pt1. A new threat arises.On today’s cast we begin our coverage of the War of the Beast. We open with the setting of the imperium in the middle on M32, where the imperium was actually doing kid of great (thanks Guilliman!) Then we get into the invasion of the chromes and the appearance of the first attack moon. From there everything starts to fall apart as the Lords of Tera do Lords of Terra stuff. Thankfully their hands get forced by the Inquisition and Assassins and the imperium takes action. Only to find their great success undermined by a greater threat.Patre...2025-06-241h 09The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 91 - The Fleets of the ImperiumOn Today’s cast we cover the merchant and naval fleets of the imperium. We open with a breakdown of the segmentum fortresses and their purpose for the merchant and naval fleets. After that we go into the different types of merchant charters that exists and the good and bad of each of them. From there we jump into the void born and their incredible value to the spaceships of the imperium. From there we move over to the imperial navy itself. The technology, weapons, and ships of the navy. From there we conclude with the people that serve within t...2025-06-171h 15The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 90 - Warp Travel in the 40K Universe for the ImperiumOn Today’s cast we cover how warp travel is performed by the imperium in the 40K universe. We open with how a warp travel functions, as opposed to FTL drives. We then get into the addition of Navigators and Astropaths to the experience of travel, and some canon conflicts therein. After that we move into the Gellar fields, so as to avoid being in the movie Event Horizon. We then dive into warp travel itself, the experience of those doing it. Then we close out with coverage of how the galaxy is segmented, and the great Nexus AutomaticaPa...2025-06-101h 08The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 89 - The Black Templar              On Today’s cast we do a deep dive into the largest successor chapter in the game the Black Templars. We open with how the Black Templar function as a fully mobile chapter on a non-stop war footing. Their recruitment, training, and command structure. After that we go into the history of them from their early days through modern 40k. And we close focusing on Helbrecht and where the Black Templar stand today in the game.Patreon:www.patreon.com/The40kLorecastOur Website:https://the40klorecast.com/Discord Link:Discord...2025-06-031h 24The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 88 - Imperial Fists pt 2 - post Heresy Fists, Crimson fists, and SigismundOn today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the imperial fists, sort of. We open with the conclusion of the Siege of Terra and how it wrecks Dorn. From there we go into the 2nd founding of the Imperial fists (Dorn was not about it), and dorns death (maybe). After that we spend time talking about the legacy of the Imperial Fists post Dorn and how they have preserved his legacy. From there we go into the Crimson Fists, their founding and their role as the Space Marine killers for the Lords of Terra and the inquisition. We then ju...2025-05-271h 02The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 87 - The Imperial Fists pt 1 - The Rise of the 7th legion.On today’s cast we begin our coverage of the 7th legion the Imperial Fists. We open with their origins during the Unification Wars. From there we talk about their role in the emperor’s crusade as the ultimate conquerors. Ater that we bring Dorn into the picture and his changes to the legion. We then spend time talking about how Dorn interacts with the other Primarchs, mostly he does not get along great with them. We then jump into the siege of Terra, and Dorn being the ultimate fighter of the galaxy as he puts a beating on all comer...2025-05-201h 11The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 86 - Emperor's Children pt 2 - the Horus Heresy to Modern EraOn today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the 3rd legion of the Space Marines, the Emperor’s Children. We open with Fulgrim having to clear his possession by the daemon blade. From there we move over to the Fulgrim’s ascension to Daemon Prince. After that we cover the descent of the legion into just partying in the warp. From there we move to the hilariously uselessness of the Emperor’s children at the siege of terra (they did more for the loyalists than the traitors in function). After this we jump to the Emperor’s children post heresy wit...2025-05-131h 24The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 85 - Emperor's Children pt 1 - The Rise and Fall of the 3rd LegionOn today’s cast we cover the 3rd legion of the Space Marines, the Emperor’s Children. Starting with their founding from the conquered nobles houses of terra to their exemplary actions earning them the right to wear the Aquilla on their armor. We then spend time talking about the loss of their gene-seed and the presumed dooming of their legion, until the discover of their Primarch Fulgrim. We then dive deep into Fulgrim, his discover on Chemos though his joining of the emperor and making best friends with Ferrus Manus. After that we cover his exposure to corruption on Laer...2025-05-061h 23The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastBonus episode- A great discussion with John & Brad with Tom from Robots Radio.Surprise! Today we have an extra episode available for all of you. This is not a podcast on Warhammer lore, but rather an episode to announce us joining an amazing group of Lore podcasts called Robots Radio. Is a collection of podcasts devoted to the lore of the gaming and nerd culture. In preparation we jumped on with Tom the head of the network as well as the host of the Fallout, Elder Scrolls, and Lord of the Rings Lorecast. We discuss a range of topics, from our casts, his casts, and just gaming and nerd culture in general. It is...2025-05-021h 17The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 84 - The Age of StrifeOn today’s cast we cover the transition from Age of Technology into the Age of Strife. We open with mankind’s unification into the federation. Then we cover the mass appearance of psychers across the galaxy, and how they began to cause chaos into the federation. But then things get massively worse as the men of iron rise up in the cybernetic rebellion. We spend time talking about the nightmare that was the cybernetic rebellion, both during and the effects of it afterwards. After this, the warp turns effectively opaque and the entire galaxy begins to burn with the effec...2025-04-291h 08The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 83 - The Golden Age of Technology and mankind's expansion into the galaxy.On today’s cast we dive into the Golden age of technology. We open with the Age of Terra and some new lore about the Emperor and his battles with the Cognitae. From there we dive into the mankind conquering and terraforming Sol in preparation of launching into the galaxy. We then talk (briefly) about the men of gold, men of stone, and the expansion into the galaxy. After that we take a turn and focus on the technology of the Age of Technology and how incredibly advanced it is.  After that we lean into the Men of Iron and the...2025-04-221h 11The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 82 - Knights pt 2 - Discovery by the imperium and addition to the fold On today’s cast we complete our coverage of Knights in 40K. We open with the great crusade and the re-discovery of the knight worlds. We then take a quick turn to cover the titantica on mars, that kind of lost their mind when discovering the knight worlds. From there we talk about the knight worlds joining the imperium (really the mechanicus) and how they were folded in. We also talk about the sacristans and their role to both the knight houses, and the Mechanicum (unknown to the Knight worlds). We then talk about Knights in battle and how they are...2025-04-151h 05The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 81 - Knights - their origins and survival of the long nightOn Today’s cast we begin our coverage of the Knights of 40K. We start with their origins in the Golden age of technology from the early colonists heading out into the galaxy with their STC’s. From there we talk about the Age of Strife separating the colonists from the rest of human civilization, but with a focus on how the Knight worlds survived. We than talk about the throne Mechanicum and the ritual of becoming, focusing on how they change the psyche of the pilots. More importantly, we talk about how this change affect the knight pilots to becom...2025-04-0856 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 80 - Ynnari pt3 - Cawl and Guilliman save the ImperiumOn Today’s cast we finalize our coverage, for now, on the Ynnari story ark. This time we are focusing in the events of the imperium at this moment. We open with a back story on Belasarius Cawl, his birth and rise through the ranks of the Mechanicum and ad mech. More importantly we talk about his Soul Merging technology and the tasks given to him by the Emperor and Guilliman before their falls. From there we jump to the Cadia and the almost success followed by significant failure of that battle. We then end with John getting super hyped t...2025-04-011h 18The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 79 - Ynnari pt 2 - Yvraine grows her forces and Slaanesh realizes the threat that is Ynnead.On Today’s cast we continue our coverage of the Ynnari with the further adventures of Yvraine. We open with her and the Ynnari’s arrival on craftworld Ulthwe, where they have to contend with a seer council who are suddenly no longer cool with Eldrad just doing whatever he wants with their craftworld all the time. We then cover their search for the Crone Swords on Belial 4 and the epic battles that erupt there. We then close out with a trip to Iyanden, which of course is under assault from chaos, but interesting not Slaanesh.Ge...2025-03-251h 12The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 78 - The Ynnari pt 1 - Ynnead, Yvraine, and the battle of Biel TanOn today’s cast we begin our coverage of the Ynnari. We start with a recap events of Demesnus to waken Ynnead. We then jump to the Yvrain and he becoming imbued with the god of death and her flight from the dark city. We then take a quick break to laugh at the original gameplay rules of the Ynnari (Soulburst for the auto-win!). After that we jump the truly epic battle of biel tan, starting with the Mask and Skarbrand’s assault on Ursulia. We then close with the battle on Biel Tan itself and the arrival of Yvraine an...2025-03-181h 26The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 77 - Harlequins pt 2 - Harlequins moving the storyline alongOn today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the Harlequins. Today we focus more on how their interact with the 40K universe lore. We open with, of course, the Black Library and how it steers all of the actions of the Harlequins. From there wego into their reemergence in the galaxy and how they interact with the beings of the galaxy. From there we talk about their presence in the Dark City and their role in the resurrection of Vect. We then close with their alliance with Eldrad and the brining of Ynnead to (semi) consciousness. 2025-03-1151 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 76 - The Harlequins pt 1 - Where they come from, who & what they are. On today’s cast we begin our coverage of the Harlequins! We start with the history of the Harlequins (what we know of it) and more importantly their god Cegorach. From there we move onto the masques of the Harlequins and how they interact with greater Eldar culture (Craftworld, Corsair Fleets, Exodites, and Drukhari). Then we dive into the different masque forms and how they wage war. We then close out on the weaponry of the Harlequins and their units.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMe...2025-03-041h 28The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 75 - Blood Angels pt2 - After the Death of SanguiniusOn today’s cast we finish out coverage of the Blood Angels legion. We open with the Blood Angles trying to rebuild their devastated legion after the Horus Heresy. From there we talk about the Blood Angles recruitment and their attempts to quell their gene-flaws. After that we take a turn and talk about some of our favorite Blood Angels successor chapters. After that we talk about their characters that appear on the tabletop. And then we close out on the devastation of Baal, and the arrival of Guilliman and his Primaris Marines.Get the sho...2025-02-251h 12The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 74 - Blood Angels pt1 - The originsOn today's cast we begin our coverage of the Blood Angels Chapter. We start with their origins under the unification wars. From there their borderline descent into savagery as they pushed out into the great crusade. Next we jump to their Primarch Sanguinius. First with his arrival on Baal Secundus, and then his growth and rise to be the leader of the moon. That leads us into his unification of his legion and their repression of their Gene flaw. And then we go into the Horus Heresy. With the betrayal at Signus prime and their greatest enemy Ka’ Bandha. Then we jo...2025-02-181h 14The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 73 - Random Xenos of the Galaxy pt 2On todays cast we complete or coverage of the xenos of the galaxy. Diving again head first into a ton of super random Xenos that GW has written into the game. Although we do start with the Jokaero, so that is awesome! Some others are the Enoulians, Laer, Maug, the Hrud, and others. We also talk a bit more about the times the imperium has made deals with xenos in exchange for technology, and each time they end up killing lots of imperial citizens, and eventually the xenos. Get the show ad free on at: p...2025-02-111h 10The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 72 - Random Xenos of the Galaxy pt 1On todays cast we begin our coverage of the random Xenos of the galaxy. Our focus is on some of the Xenos that have no codex. Thes are races that appear in stories, codexes, and some of GW’s side games. Many of these races have only a few (very well written) paragraphs on them in the lore, so it is more of a quick rundown on each of the races. On todays cast we cover: The Tepresi, Cythor Fiends, Caryatids, Rak’Gol, the Slaugth and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.c...2025-02-041h 16The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 71 - Death Watch pt 2 - Their weapons, tactics, facilites, stories and more.On today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the Death Watch, the special forces of the Space Marines. We open with some of our favorite weapons and equipment of the Death Watch. Namely we focus on how specialized an borderline heretic their equipment and weaponry are. We also focus on how much of a nightmare it was to play against the death watch as a xenos player during certain editions. After this we spend some time talking about how the Death Watch interact with the other factions of the imperium. Lastly we talk about the overall structure of the Dea...2025-01-281h 17The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 70 - Death Watch pt 1 - Who are the Death Watch and how does one become one On today’s cast we start our coverage of the Death Watch, the special forces of the Space Marines. We start with a quick overview of what the Death Watch are and then dive a bit into their two different founding stories (one was way better than the other). After that we talk about how a Space Marine joins the Death Watch, both the official and common practice as well as the Black Shield style. From there we focus a bit more on how the Death Watch function as a fighting force in the imperial forces, with their smaller and mo...2025-01-211h 03The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 69 - GW Rules Oopsies - When lore and tabletop rules dont mix On today’s cast we are doing a John special. This cast is a dive into some our favorite broken rules of the game over the past 20+ years. A fun trip down memory lane, some of those memories are little bad for some players. We open with explaining Rules As Written and how that sets up some of these funny interactions. After that we dive head first into some glorious things like: no pre-measuring, guess weapons, custom vehicles, instant death, grey knight and Eldar daemon summoning, invisibility, impossible combat due to base to base rules, and more. We hope you find...2025-01-141h 11The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 68 - Space Wolves Pt 2 - Our favorite charactersOn Today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the Space Wolves. Today’s cast is completely about the epic characters that make up the Space Wolf Lore. We open with a quick bit about the Space Wolves’ opinion on remembrancers. From there we go hard and jump through some of our personal favorites including Bjorn, Harl Greyweaver, Logan Grimnar, Ulrik the Slayer, Njal Stormcaller, the 13th great company, Ragnar Blackmane, and the one and the only (and the epic) Lukas the Trickster. Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2025-01-071h 26The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 67 - Space Wolves Pt 1 - What they are, where they come from and (of course) Leman RussOn Today’s cast we start our coverage of the Space Wolves. We open with the creation of the 6th legion by the emperor and its initial design and function in the Galaxy. From there we move into Leman Russ and his arrival on Fenris, and ascension to the leader of the Space Wolf legion. After this we move onto how an aspirant is chosen and then how they become a Space Wolf. Then we focus on the Space Wolves history from pre-heresy through Leman leaving the galaxy. Our main focus is on how the events of the Horus Heresy...2024-12-311h 39The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 66 - The Tau Pt 2 - How they fight, their weapons, and their key leaders.On today's cast we conclude our coverage of the Tau. We start with a breakdown of their styles of battle Mont’ka, Kauyon, and of course shield drone jubilee. After that we dive into the warfare technology of drones, battle suits and weaponry. From there we go into the expansion history of the Tau with the Spheres. From there we dive into Far sight, Shadowsun, and close with Aun’va.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2024-12-241h 23The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 65 - The Tau Pt 1 - What they are, where the come from, and how they rose upOn Today’s cast we start our coverage of the Tau. What they are, where they come from, and their history. We open with the surprise they were to the imperium, going from stone age to plasma in less than 60,000 years. From there we dive into the story of rise of the Tau and the introduction of the Ethereal. Then how the Ethereals changed the Tau into the full Caste structures that helped them rise up at an amazing rate. We then dive into what a Tau is physically and also what is a kroot, and how pointless the vespid...2024-12-171h 16The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 64 - "Where are they now" Primarch edition - the LoyalistsOn Today’s cast we conclude our listener cast on “where are the Primarchs now” with a focus on the Loyalists. After a very quick trip into very dead Ferrus Manus, we spend a bunch of time on John’s favorite Primarch Guilliman. He is awesome, sorry. Then we throw Brad a bone and jump into Leman Russ. We follow this up with Sangunius and Corax, and then Vulkan. Then we make Brad admit that Rogal Dorn is awesome, and then conclude on the Lion. Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast...2024-12-101h 18The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 63 - "Where are they now" Primarch edition - the Traitors.On today’s cast we dive into a listener requested topic “where are the Primarchs now.” We decided to do the first cast on the traitor Primarchs. We open with a quick bit on Horus, but then move onto a much longer coverage of Konrad Curze. Then a recap of Mortarian from our Typhus casts, followed by a deeper dive into Peturabo & Angron. Then we go through another quick recap of Magnus from our Ahriman cast. Then a deep dive against Brad’s objections into Lorgar, and close with a long bit on Alpharius.Get the show...2024-12-031h 22The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 62 - Drukhari pt 3 - Wych cults, Kabals, Mercenaries and The ArenasOn today's cast we conclude our coverage of the Drukhari. We open with a very deep dive into the Wych cults of the Drukhari, their organization functions and features. After this we jump over to the Covens, to talk about their origins before the fall and the incredible powers they now wield within the Dark Realm. From there we dive into our personal favorite units in the Drukhari line the mercenaries, with deep dives into the Incubi, Scourges, and amazing (while all but useless on the tabletop) Mandrakes. We then close with some coverage of the Arenas of the...2024-11-261h 25The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 61 - Drukhari pt 2 - Kabals, Archons, Realspace Raids & Poison weaponsOn Today’s cast we continue our coverage of the Drukhari.  We open up with the restructuring of the Drukhari in the image that Vect wants. We then focus on the Kabals, their structure, how they rise, and of course a deep dive on their leaders the Archons. From there we move into the most terrifying element of the Drukhari their Real-Space raids. We then close with a dive into the vehicles and weapons of the Drukhari. Poison weapons for the win!Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2024-11-191h 21The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 60 - Drukhari pt 1 - The survival of the Dark City & rise of VectOn todays cast, We start our coverage of the Dark Eldar with a Focus on the fall of the Eldar from their perspective. We then spend more time on the webway and how it functions as an in between of the Materium and Immaterium. After that we dive into Commorragh both the city proper and the dark realm itself. We then close on the rise of Vect.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2024-11-121h 07The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 59 - Adepta Sororitas pt 2 - The Creation of the orders and formation of the Sisters of Battle On Today’s cast we conclude our coverage on the Adeptus Sororitas. We start with a recap of the restricting of the Adeptus Sororitas after the death to Goge Vandire. From there we jump into what a living saint is (kind of a daemon). Then we spend some happy fun times talking about the nightmare units of the sisters (penitent engines are just wrong. We then conclude by focusing on a few key characters of the Adeptus Sororitas. Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch av...2024-11-051h 35The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 58 - Adepta Sororitas pt 1- Rise of the Ecclesiarchy and creation of the Adepta SororitasOn Today’s cast we begin our coverage on the Adeptus Sororitas. We start with a recap of the rise of Ecclesiarchy, the why and the how of its growth. After this we spend time talking about the rise and reign of terror or Goge Vandire. Namely his employment of the Daughters of the Emperor from San Leor. Then we go into the conflict between Vandire and the forces of the Imperium, and of course the turning of the Daughters from him. From there we close out on the reformation of the Ecclesiarchy and as such the Daughters of the Emp...2024-10-291h 03The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 57 - Ad Mech pt 2 - Growth of the Adeptus Mechanicus and their function within the ImperiumOn Today’s cast we finish up our coverage of the Adeptus Mechanicus. We start with what the machine spirit is (our bad on missing that on the last cast). We then dive into the growth of the value and thus the power of the Adeptus Mechanics within the Imperium, followed by a dive into the nightmare that is a forge world. After that we jump into the nightmare beings that are the Skitarii and Kataphrons. We then go into the tech priests of the Adeptus Mechanicus with all their variations. We then close on our favorite part of the Ade...2024-10-221h 23The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 56 - Adeptus Mechanicus pt 1 - Rise of the Mechanicum and creation of the Adeptus MechanicusOn today’s cast we begin our dive into the Adeptus Mechanicus. We open with the origins of the Adeptus Mechanicus from well before the even the unification wars. From there we move onto the civil war that engulfed Mars that led to the rise of the Mechanicum. We then do a quick jump into the formation of Servitors and their value to the Mechanicum. After this we move into the arrival of the Emperor and the assimilation of the Mechanicum into the Imperium. We then close on the events of the Horus Heresy with the rise and fall of the...2024-10-151h 03The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 55 - The Grey Knights pt 2 - The rise of the Grey KnightsOn today’s cast we conclude our coverage of the Grey Knights. We start off with a focus on Malcador’s secret Titan moon project and poor Garo. We then dive into the origin story of Ianus and again some Malcador. After that we jump into the specialized weaponry and armor of the Grey Knights. From there we tell some of the better stories of the Grey Knights and their feats. We end though on the greatest character of the Grey Knights (and in the top of all of the Imperium) Kaldor Draigo!!!Get the show...2024-10-081h 27The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 54 - The Grey Knights pt 1 - The Flight of the Eisenstein and the Knights Errant.On today's cast we start our coverage of the Grey Knights by focusing on their origin from the Horus Heresy. We open with, arguably the most exciting book of the Horus Heresy the Flight of the Eisenstein. From Nathaniel Garro’s discovery of the rebellion, through his journey back to Terra. After that we focus on the formation of the Knights Errant and their adventures in service to Malcador. We then close with the end of the Knights Errant as they are given an new purpose by the Emperor.Get the show ad free on at...2024-10-011h 17The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 53 - The Death Guard pt 2- The split of Mortarian and TyphusOn todays cast we conclude our coverage of the Lore of Mortarian and Typhus. We open with the events leading up to the Istvaan III massacre and the Flight of the Eisenstein. Thereby marking the first serious public rift between Mortarian and Typhus. We then spend some time talking about each of their paths post drop site massacre. After that we dive into the conversion of the Death Guard to servants of Nurgle. After that we spend time on the rise of Typhus in service to Nurgle, they become the best of friends. We then finish with the most recent...2024-09-241h 22The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 52 - The Death Guard pt 1- The origins of Mortarian and TyphusOn today's cast we begin our coverage of the story of the Death Guard. Namely that stories of Mortarian and Typhus. We start with the story of Mortarian’s arrival on Barbarus and the revolution he leads there. Then the arrival of the Emperor and Mortarian taking control of his legion. From there we flip over to the origins of Typhus and his rise next to Mortarian. From his early days on Barbarus, to his fighting next to Mortarian, and then to the beginning of the rift between the two of them. We then close with the secret fall of Typh...2024-09-171h 12The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 51 - The Officio Assassinorum - Pt 2On todays Episode we conclude our coverage of the Officio Assassinorum. We dive into all 6 temples, actually we even cover the short lived 7th temple. We focus first on each factions style and purpose. We then move onto their equipment and weaponry and how said equipment and weaponry help them achieve their missions. We then have a little fun talking about some of the crazy stories from the lore about the assassin’s themselves Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/sho...2024-09-101h 30The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 50 - The Officio Assassinorum - Pt 1On todays episode we begin our coverage of the Officio Assassinorum. We start with a quick delve into the Schola Progenium, and get out of that as quickly as possible. We then talk about the history of the Assassins on Terra from before the Unification Wars up to the start of the Great Crusade. Then we talk a lot about the value the Assassin brought to the Imperium during the Great Crusade and then into the Horus Heresy. We then finish off with the Assassins between M32 and M41 and the “learning” the imperium had to go through about their po...2024-09-031h 13The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 49 - The Talons of the Emperor pt 2 - The Sisters of SilenceOn today’s episode, we dive into the Sisters of Silence. We start with an in depth dive into the Pariah gene. From there we talk about the mysterious rise of the sisters from the unification wars into the great crusade with the daughters of the Crow. We then talk about what a sister of silence is and how they function as an organization. We then move onto their growth during the great crusade and their “disappearance” after the fall of the emperor. We then close on their resurgence since the return of Guilliman. Get the show...2024-08-271h 04The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 48 - The Talons of the Emperor pt 1 - Adeptus CustodesOn Today’s episode we dive into the Adeptus Custodes. We start with the process of making a Custode, both the creation and training of them. We then move into their history within the Imperium and what their purpose was for the emperor and how it evolved as the imperium grew and changed. We then move into their resurgence at the conclusion of Abaddon’s 13th black crusade. We then finish with a dive into the stories of Valdor and Trajan.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2024-08-201h 21The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 47 - Eldar pt 4 - Eldar Weapons, Vehicles, Wriathhosts, and a little bit of YnnariOn today's episode we conclude (for now) our coverage of the Eldar. We dive into the weaponry and vehicles that the Eldar bring to bear on the battlefield. With some especial fan-boying about how broken and annoying they have been over the editions. We then jump into Wraithhosts who are both amazing and, in the case of the Wraith Knight, game breaking. Because we had some time left over, we decided it was a good time to tell the first part of the Ynnari story so as to set up some future casts about them.Ge...2024-08-131h 20The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 46 - Eldar pt 3 - The Aspect Warriors and Phoenix LordsOn today's episode we continue or coverage of the Eldar. Our focus today is on both the Aspect Warriors themselves as well as their founders the Phoenix Lords. We open with what an Exarch is and how they function in the Aspects. From there we cover each of the Aspects, what they are, how they wage battle, and all the fun levels of broken they have been on the tabletop over the years. We then dive head first into the Phoenix Lords themselves, their origin stories and what they are up to in modern 40K.Ge...2024-08-061h 37The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 45 - Eldar pt 2 - What is an Eldar, their Craftworlds. and their PsychicsOn today's cast we continue our deep dive into the Eldar. We start with what an Eldar is, what they look like, how they move, live etc. Then we dive into the main craftworlds in the game. We also spend some time talking about what happens when GW allows the table top rules to match the lore (oopsie). We then move onto the Psychers of the Eldar.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2024-07-301h 22The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 44 - Eldar pt 1 - the Eldar Pantheon, Craftworlds, and WebwayOn today's cast we begin our dive into the Eldar. We start today on their pantheon, what it is, who it is, and how many of them are dead. We then jump into the craftworlds of the Eldar, their creation, function before the fall, and rise after the fall. We then conclude covering the webway and its function and presence in modern 40k.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www...2024-07-231h 33The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 43 - The weapons of the imperiumOn Today's cast we are covering another request from the Discord, the weapons of the Imperium. We go through all of the most commonly produced weapons utilized in the Imperium's war effort. We start off with ranged combat. From the Lowly bolt gun (which is actual a marvel of technology and power, but does not show at all on the table top) to the mighty Las-cannon. We then dive into melee weapons such as the chain-sword, power-fist and thunder-hammer. Does john go on a rant or two about these things? yes, very much so. Get the...2024-07-161h 13The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 42 - The Regiments of the Imperial GuardOn today's cast we dive into the key regiments of the Imperial Guard and their origin stories. Tallarn and their wars with chaos. The Valhallans and their incredibly stupid origin story, but incredibly badass war with the Orks. Moridan Iron Guard holding the line against insert all chaos. Armageddon Steel Legion against Angron and then Ghaz (twice). The Catachan's against their own damn planet (every day). The Cadians holding the line against the forces of chaos until the absolute final moment. And of course Kreig blowing up their own planet. *note we decided to wait on Tanith for our cast on...2024-07-091h 43The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 41 - What is the Imperial GuardOn today's cast we dive into what the Imperial Guard is. The incredible size and scope that it makes up. We then dive into the impressive ways that it functions both logistically and its command structure. We also spend some time talking about the ways that is wages war. How do mortal men stand against such incredible foes? simple, by holding the line!Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.y...2024-07-021h 20The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 40 - Congratulations on joining the Imperial Guard! Here is a handy primer you can reference for any and all questions.On today's cast we cover the fantastic journey that is joining the Imperial Guard. We are aided in this endeavor by one of the greatest pieces of literature ever produced by Games Workshop "The Imperial Infantryman's Uplifting Primer." We discus the unparalleled training and equipment you will be given. We also talk about the support you will be granted from leadership such as your noble Commissar. We even spend some (unnecessary) time going over the pathetic Xeno species you may have to deal with (easily).Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The4...2024-06-251h 11The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 39 - Tyranids pt 3 - Imperial history of the Tyranid invasions.On this cast we conclude our coverage of the Tyranid lore deep dive with a focus on the imperial history of the Tyranids. We open with the first official battle with Tyranids at Tyran against Hive Fleet Behemoth. We then move onto Macragg and Iyanden and their battles against Kraken. We then move onto the true nightmare to the galaxy with Hive Fleet Leviathan. We conclude with the devastation of Baal and where we are from a "modern" 40k standpoint with the Tyranid invasion.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLor...2024-06-181h 52The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 38 - Tyranids pt 2 - Genestealers, Tyranid Invasions, and key units.On todays episode we continue our dive into the lore of Tyranids with a focus on the stages of a tyrranid invasion, and key units of the army. We start with a dive into the stages of a genestealer invasion. Then we focus on the stages of a tyrranid invasion of a planet (spoiler alert it sucks) we then spend some time talking about how terrible the concept of Zoats were. We then finish up by talking about some of the key units of the tyrranid army.Get the show ad free on at: patr...2024-06-111h 23The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 37 - Tyranids pt 1 - What they are and where they come fromOn today's episode we begin our deep dive into the Tyranids. We start of with where they came from, how that story has changed. After that we focus a bit on the mystery that is the Tyranid's purpose in the galaxy. With some focus on what is believed has brought them to the galaxy and where they appear to be going in it. We then finish with a coverage of some of our favorite fan theories on the Tyranid's true origins and purposes.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2024-06-041h 12The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 36 - Imperial Psychers, Black Ships, and the AstronomicanOn today's episode we talk about pyschers in the Imperium of Mankind. How many are there (originally a lot, but that number diminishes quickly). We then take a quick dive into Navigators and Astropaths and how critical they are to the Imperium. After that we dive into the Black Ships and the incredible nightmare that they are. We then finalize with what the Imperium is really doing with all the psychers they place in the black ships. *spoiler alert* it is not festive or happy.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40...2024-05-281h 29The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 35 - Deep dive into the Gods of Chaos Pt 2 - Nurgle and Slaanesh On Today's episode we take conclude our deep dives into the ruinous powers. On today's cast we will talk about Grandfather Nurgle and Slaanesh.  Who they are, what they represent, and their defining traits. From there we talk about their relms and the ways that they interact with the materium. We then move onto some of their more famous and key units (nurglings for the win). Lastly we talk about how the Imperium (the inquisition primarily) feel about each god and the level of threat they pose to the Imperium itself. Get the show ad free...2024-05-211h 33The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 34 - Deep dive into the Gods of Chaos pt 1 - Khorne & TzeentchOn Today's episode we take our first of two deep dives into the ruinous powers. Our focus is on Khorne and Tzeentch. Who they are, what they represent, and their defining traits. From there we dive into their daemonic followers and a couple of their more famous units. Lastly we talk about how the Imperium (the inquisition primarily) feel about each god and the level of threat they pose to the Imperium itself.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop...2024-05-141h 25The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 33 - The Gods of Chaos, who they are and where they came fromOn today's episode we dive into the origins of the Ruinous Powers. How the warp went from a tranquil see of power to a nightmare realm that is ravaging the materium. Who's fault was it, how did it happen, why does GW do lame writing that makes no sense on this topic, and more. We then do a shallow dive into each god as we will next be doing deep dives into each of them. Finally we conclude with Chaos Undivided because why wouldn't we take some time to talk about Be'lakor?Get the show...2024-05-071h 22The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 32 - What is a Space Marine & what is Space Marine Power ArmorOn today's quite long episode we talk about what is a Space Marine. We realized we could not talk about a Space Marine without also talking about their power armor. Rather than make two short episodes we just did a super long one. Today we start by talking about how a Space Marine is recruited, tested, and then turned into a Space Marine. Do at least 2 of the organs serve no function? Yes! We then we dive into what happens when you add a super suit of armor to a super soldier. *Spoiler alert* some of the lore around what ca...2024-04-301h 48The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 31 - The Necrons Pt 2 On this episode we continue our dive into the lore of the Necrons. We pick up as they begin to awaken in the galaxy. One that is very much on fire and getting worse. We dive into the process and phases of a tomb world awakening. From there we dive into some of the incredibly advanced weaponry of the Necrons (including a John rant about what Gauss is and is not!). Then we finish up with what the Necrons are up to in the start of 10th edition.Get the show ad free on at: pa...2024-04-231h 18The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 30 - Necrons pt 1 On this episode we begin our deep dive into the lore of the Necrons. Starting back at the dawn of the galaxy and the rise of the Necrontyr. Followed with a very deep dive into their part and experiences in the war in heaven(s). We will then conclude with them entering a very long nap while the Silent King goes on a galactic walk about.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYo...2024-04-1659 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 29 - Ahriman Pt 2 On this episode we finalize out coverage of the greatest human sorcerer (outside of the primarchs, emperor, and malcador) Ahriman. On today's episode Ahriman arrives in the warp and is extra pissed off. From there embarks on the (at this point) most powerful spell ever performed, goes on the run, changes his mind and gives chase to his pursuers, only to finally uplift himself as the most powerful member of the Thousand Sons, after Magnus. From there he has some fun manipulating time, getting revenge on the space wolves, banging his head repeatedly on the door of the black libr...2024-04-091h 18The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 28 - The Legend of Ahriman Pt1 On this episode we cover the origins of the infamous sub-leader of the Thousand Sons. Ahriman is one of the oldest (non-perpetual) characters in 40k game. From his birth on Terra to his arrival in the immaterium we cover many of the key events (betrayals) that set Ahriman on his path. With an especial focus on his obsession with curing his legion and brothers from a terrible mutation.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2024-04-021h 05The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 27 - Hive worlds (Yes they are as bad as you think) On this episode we cover where the vast majority of the citizens of the Imperium live.  In fact probably close to 90% of them live in Hive Cities. Are they good places to live? no, in fact might be the worst. Crime? yep. Daemons? yep. Roving bands of raiders and marauders under your feet? also yep. Not to mention corruption, disease, industrial accidents, and corpse starch. So hop in for a fun trip to an imperial hive city.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at...2024-03-261h 00The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 26 - Types of worlds in the Imperium Of ManOn this episode we cover where citizens of the Imperium can live. yeah most of them are not great. Unless you are in the nobility class, in which case most are awesome. Do you want to live on a planet of munitions? Planet of food growth? How about a Forge World or a Knight World. Personally we would pass on sentinel or Fortress Words, but you do you. * Also sorry for the lozenges, but it was that or blow everyone's ears out with violent coughing*Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kL...2024-03-191h 10The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 25 - The Inquisition, good or bad?......... Yes? Maybe? On this episode we cover every imperial citizen's greatest fear: the inquisition. How each branch is structured and how they interact with each other (*spoiler alert not all that well*). We then dive into the lives of an inquisitor, their retinues, how they move through imperial space. We then talk about how an inquisitor achieves their job and the endless dangers from all sides. Lastly we spend time discussing whether the inquisition are the "good guys" or the "bad guys" in the imperium.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast...2024-03-121h 17The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 24 - The Ordo Xenos On this episode we cover the creation of a certain inquisitor's chapter. We talk about the galaxy of necessity that born the Ordo Xenos and some of its key elements, including a brief origin (and a badass one at a that) of the Death Watch. We then dive into the necessity of the Ordo Xenos both to the imperial structure but also for the citizenry. Lastly we debate which of the three branches of the Inquisition do the least harm.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2024-03-051h 04The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 23 - Rise of the imperial cults and creation of the Ecclesiarchy On this episode we cover the rise of the worship of the emperor. From thew lowly cults on random worlds through the full blown Ecclesiarchy. We also dive into the reign of blood, creation of the sisters of battle, and some fun side stories. Including a great story of the Custodes doing some pretty cool crap.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.youtube.com/@40KLorecastOur...2024-02-271h 05The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 22 - Rogue TradersOn today's cast me move away from regimented canon to more "rumor" lore, with our coverage of the Rogue Traders. We cover what a Rogue Trader is, how they become one, and how they function within the imperium (they are very critical). We also dive into some of their models and ways to play with them in the 40k Universe.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.youtube.com/@40KL...2024-02-201h 06The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 21 - Abaddon pt 3 - Abaddon goes crusading.On this episode we conclude (for now) our coverage of Abaddon the Despoiler. We cover Abaddon from the 1st black crusade through the conclusion of the 13th. do we cover all of the crusades? No because some of them were lame. Do we find a way to talk about Orks? You have to ask? Come join us as we round out the coverage of Abaddon the Despoiler (*spoiler alert* Cadia does not stand) *** It has been brought to our attention that we incorrectly referred to Abaddon "the Destroyer" when it should have been the "Despoiler." Rather than use AI to corr...2024-02-121h 13The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 20 - Abaddon Pt 2 - Abaddon becomes the new warmasterOn today's episode we cover the rise of Abaddon to war master of the black legion. From a broken man wandering the warp alone, and a broken legion on the door of destruction, rises the greatest threat the imperium has ever faced. Join us as we cover Abaddon uniting the legions, killing his predecessor, and holding HR meetings with all of the captains about "what is it exactly, that they do here?" *sorry in advance for the lozenges we had to eat. It was that our cough the whole time. *** It has been brought to our attention that we inco...2024-02-0653 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 19 - Abaddon pt 1 - The Origins and fall of Ezekyle.On this episode we cover the origins of the most hated/wanted being in the entire 40k Universe. Follow as we talk though Abaddon's origins on Cthonia, followed by his rise through the Luna Wolves, up until his despondency after the failure of Horus' rebellion. Also some diatribes about his top knot. *** It has been brought to our attention that we incorrectly referred to Abaddon "the Destroyer" when it should have been the "Despoiler." Rather than use AI to correct the error and re-upload we have decided to just own our mistake and let the listeners hear us be wro...2024-01-3053 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 18 - Dark Angels- why they are fun to play.On our final episode (for now) on the Dark Angels, we cover some of their key units, detachments, and why they are an enjoyable faction to play. Do you want to go super fast and shoot plasma at everything?? instead would you like to go super slow and LOL as your opponent shoots/punches your terminators? Do you like an army that Brad can only see 60% of the colors in? All these reasons and more we will cover today.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMe...2024-01-2351 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 17 - Dark Angels Pt2 - Eliminate the Heresy!!..... Wait... are we the heresy too?On this Episode we cover the Dark Angels after they are reunited with their Primarch. Their reemergence as the imperium's main fighting legion, the actions during the Heresy, and their actions post Heresy. If you thought the 1st Legion was good at keeping secrets, wait till you see how far the Dark Angels are willing to go to keep secrets. Also, they really like revenge, like a lot!Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast...2024-01-161h 06The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 16 - Dark Angels - The rise of the 1st legion under the Emperor and their reunitment with the Lion.On this episode we cover the dark (get it) origins of the 1st Legion. Their usage by the emperor as his secret death force during the Great Crusade. We then dive into the rise of the Lion and his arrival into the legion. Also we will have a discussion on how much Luther over-valued himself to the Lion.... that bit may be a tad on the side of a diatribe. Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2024-01-091h 00The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 15 - The Scouring.... well really just the start of the Imperium going to hell in a handbasket trying to kill everyone and everything associated with ChaosOn this episode we cover some of the post heresy actions of the imperium. Trillions are dead, Terra is a trash heap, and the galaxy is burning, so what do you do? simple... revenge!!!! Did Guilliman have a great plan to restore the imperium? yes he did, did anyone listen.. not really. Do the Lords of Terra step up to help save humanity or just help themselves? The Lion and Leman go on a "punch traitors in face" quest. and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast...2024-01-021h 09The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 14 - The rise and very brutal fall of the Aeldari Empire.On this episode we cover the incredible rise and and growth of the Aeldari empire. Then what happens when the most inquisitive and advanced race in the galaxy starts to get bored. Then what happens when you feed Chaos with everything they love and more. Anyone else ever broken the sky? Anyone.........Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.youtube.com/@40KLorecastOur Sponsors:* Check out...2023-12-2652 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 13 - Orks - Our favorite weapons, units, & Technology, and of course why we both love playing Orks and why you should too.In our 3rd episode on Orks we dive into some the weapons (big and small) and "technology" of the Orks. If you believe it will do something it will do it, but with happens when the thing you believe in also is bigger? We also talk about why we enjoy playing Orks and even playing against Orks. What do Bubblechukka's do? How much smash can you get our of a Smashagun? What happens when you cover a big-shoota in sparkly bits? All this and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40k...2023-12-1958 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 12 - Ork Leaders being the biggest, greenest, meanest, the sneakiest, and even the brainiest....On today's episode we discuss some of the endless Ork Leaders and their accomplishments both big and large (Orks never have small accomplishments). How big was the beast? Who is stronger the Emperor of Mankind or a random Ork Mekboy? Zagstruk using the ultimate power of belief. And of course Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.youtube.com/@40KLorecastOur Sponsors:...2023-12-121h 19The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 11 - Orks!!! What are they, and why are they so amazingORKS!!!!!!!! We could not hold out any further than the 11th episode and have begun our 3 episode foray into the best faction in all of 40k the Orks. We go over: what Orks are, where they come from, how many gods they may or may not have, and their incredible powers of belief. Join us for a journey into all things Green, Mean, and Amazing!!Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYou...2023-12-0450 minThe 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 10 - The Old Ones.... and some necrons, and C'tan, also a little Eldar and Orks.Join us as we dive into the origins of the 40k galaxy, a lore ripe with lizard men, star gods(ish), soul selling, and of course the origins of some of the most important species in the Galaxy. We cover: who the Old Ones were, the War in Heaven, and the lasting legacy of the Old Ones on the Galaxy (and the Immaterium).Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel...2023-11-281h 10The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 9 - The Heresy ConcludesWith the Traitors at the Gate the Loyalists are now beset on all sides. Success can only be gleamed by holding out long enough for reinforcements to arrive.... or is there a sudden plot twist that brings the rebellion into conclusion? Join us as we discuss the end of the Heresy featuring Sanguinius vs name it, a primarch surprise, Jaghati Khan totally not rushing head strong into battle, and the Fulgrim getting bored of attacking the fortress and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecast2023-11-211h 13The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 8 - Horus invades and the Imperium tries to HoldThe traitors are ready to make their move on Sol. They blast into the system with full force, with the conquering of Terra and killing of the emperor as their sole goal. Can Rogal Dorn's defenses hold? What surprises do the forces of chaos have at their disposal? On this episode we discuss the imperial defenses, Mars, a special meteor (sort of), and the first of a lot of Primarch on Primarch action.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/sho...2023-11-131h 07The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 7 - Chaos Always Corrupts,On this episode we conclude our coverage of the actions of the Loyalists and Chaos between the events of Isstvan V and the invsion of Sol. On this episode we will cover: The fall of the Death Guard, Fulgrim being very Slaanesh, Angron becoming the angriest version of himself posssible, Lorgar being Lorgar, and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecastYoutube channel: www.youtube.com/@40KLorecastOur...2023-11-061h 16The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 6 - Horus strikes at the Loyalist forces and the Loyalists begin to strike back at HorusAs Horus continues pushing towards Terra his forces are still waging a war of disruption against the loyalist. They can not afford to face the loyaist forces at full strength, but the loyalist begin to fight back and outwit the traitor legions. On this episode we cover: Alpha legion being sneaky, Prospero post Space Wolves, why Ultramarines hate Word Bearers, and Leman Russ doing hard core Leman Russ stuffGet the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at: etsy.com/shop/The40kLorecast2023-10-301h 09The 40k LorecastThe 40k LorecastEpisode 5 - The imperium is Fragmented while Chaos corrupts With the events of Istvan III & V the Heresy has entered its full swing. But before Horus can march on Terra he needs to disrupt the Loyalists to prevent quickly being over-run. To achieve this Horus sends his forces around the Galaxy to disrupt and distract the loyal chapters to help weaken Terra's overall defenses. On this episode we cover Lorgar, Vulkan being a paladin, the Night Lords' war of terror, the red thirst, and more.Get the show ad free on at: patreon.com/The40kLorecastMerch available at...2023-10-2446 min