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Counter Charge - Ranks, Flanks and Kings of War

Robert Phaneuf
Kings Of War
Mantic Games
Panathor
Fourth Edition
Clash Of Kings
Adepticon
Abyssal Dwarves
Mantic
Twilight Kin
4th Edition
List Building
Nightstalkers
Ogres
3D Printing
Tabletop Gaming
Clash Of Kings 2025
Empire Of Dust
Michigan GT
Warhammer
Command Dice

Counter Charge is your podcast for Ranks, Flanks and Kings of War!

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This episode is a collection of recordings from Friday and Saturday at the 2026 US Masters. It includes post game discussions and breakdowns along with some behind the scenes conversations with our event TOs. SO pull up a nice cozy chair and get stuc... more

Matt and Rob are back with a double sized Fireside!

In this installment from the US Masters Andy Patton and Jeff Bodeen breaks down their experience over the weekend!

Today we are joined at the US Masters by Aaron and Henry Richardson from St. Louis.

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Recent Guests

Tyler Schulz
Kings of War player, full-time chef and YouTube host
DreadPathZone
Episode: 863 - Tyler Schulz Chat
Derek Mihm
Kings of War player from Minnesota; US Masters competitor
Minnesota Kings of War scene
Episode: 862 - New Player Chat with Derek Mihm, Chris Bellows and Aaron Richardson
Chris Bellows
Kings of War player from Omaha
Omaha Kings of War community
Episode: 862 - New Player Chat with Derek Mihm, Chris Bellows and Aaron Richardson
Aaron Richardson
Kings of War player from St. Louis
Mantic Meetup STL
Episode: 862 - New Player Chat with Derek Mihm, Chris Bellows and Aaron Richardson
Kris Kapsner
XRC member, Kings of War player
XRC
Episode: 861 - Kris Kapsner Chat
Kyle Przelenski
Mantic employee and participant in Masters event
Mantic Games
Episode: 860 - Kyle Przelenski Chat
Sean Troy
Fresh 2026 US Master, Midwest region representative
US Masters / Kings of War community
Episode: 859 - Sean Troy - US Master 2026
Keith Monach
Finalist, Southeast region representative
US Masters / Kings of War community
Episode: 859 - Sean Troy - US Master 2026
Max Kay
Competitive Kings of War player, participant in Kakwa Cup 2
Kings of War community, Sydney
Episode: 852 - Kak Cup 2

Hosts

Matt Croger
Host of Counter Charge/Co-Host (multiple entries across episodes)
Rob Fanoff
Host of Counter Charge

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Absolutely Essential Kings of War listening

    Long time listener who just keeps coming back for every episode. Really appreciate all the effort put into sound quality on most episodes. Someone tell Rob there's a terrain crate owlbear he can use as a Guardian Brute

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guy.phlebas
    United Statesa month ago
  • Definitely recommend this podcast for all your news/updates for Mantic Kings of War. Especially love the army reviews and list builder series. I love listening to the guys while at work or when working on my armies.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    dw82
    a year ago
  • Thanks for the effort

    I don’t play the game anymore, but I still enjoy listening to this informative podcast and following the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeanM7765
    United States2 years ago
  • THE go to

    Love the variety of episodes, tactics, lists, whats going on in the hobby, interviews, stories, how to’s etc..

    I don’t listen to all the episodes because all the subjects don’t appeal to me, but there is enough regular content of stuff that does I am listening pretty much everyweek.

    A group of very good volunteers doing the lords (of abyss) work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jattzturk
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    This show is always on point and really takes pride in doing the small things right in regards to show prep and quality!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MurrMaider
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The variety of episodes and topics keeps it fresh and engaging.
Great practical hobby content and community-oriented discussions.
Hosts are clearly passionate and high-quality production is evident.
A reliable deep-dive into Kings of War with solid guest mix.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#245
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#121
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#58
New Zealand/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#110
Norway/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#125
Ireland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#176
Poland/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

843 - Midwest US Masters 2026 Update
Q: Why was Saint Thomas Academy chosen as the venue for the US Masters this year?
The hosts explain that the venue offers a large, centralized space with easy access from parking and hotels, room for live streaming and adjacent rooms for commentators, and on-site food options to keep players in one location and reduce travel fatigue.
832 - Q&A at Clash of Kings Australia with Ronnie Renton
Q: Will we get new units along with the heroes?
Initially, the champions will be released as is, but there may be future additions based on the success of the champions.
832 - Q&A at Clash of Kings Australia with Ronnie Renton
Q: Are we starting to shift more towards having multi-purpose kits in terms of, for example, Iceken Hunters can also be Wrathken Zerkers?
Yes, the plan is to make plastics that allow for multiple options, making it easier for players to create versatile armies.
827 - Polished and Ready
Q: What do you think of the change in character dynamics with the new edition?
I'm excited to see how support pieces can play a significant role in list dynamics and how they can interact with units on the board.
827 - Polished and Ready
Q: What are some of the initial questions you're curious to see answered in the upcoming months?
I'm interested to see how the new tactics that people come up with allow for, based on the new rules, will change the competitive landscape.

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A lively hobby-focused show centered on Kings of War, its evolving fourth edition, and the wider miniature-wargaming scene. Episodes routinely cover tournament updates, army building, rules changes, and hobby workflows (painting, basing, 3D printing), with frequent guests sharing regional perspectives, event reports, and industry news. The tone blends practical tips, community stories, and candid discussions about distribution, kit quality, and new product releases, making it a valuable listen for players, organizers, and creators involved in KoW and related hobby ecosystems. A notable strength is the consistent emphasis on community—local clubs, conventions, and online groups—paired with in-depth tactical and list-building conversations fr... more

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1. Tyler Schulz
2. Derek Mihm
3. Chris Bellows
4. Aaron Richardson
5. Kris Kapsner
6. Kyle Przelenski
7. Sean Troy
8. Keith Monach

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