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Into the West

Into the West Team
Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game
Rise Of Angmar
Baron Of Dice
Angmar
Fornost
Army Of Arnor
Host Of the Witch King
Carn Doom
GBHL Tournaments
Fiefdoms
Arathorn
Burdhur
Minas Tirith
Games Workshop
Angbor
Forlong
Imrahil
Wild Warg
Angmar Orc Shaman
Legacy Profiles

A Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game podcast, where we discuss and debate our favourite game! Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/@intothewestpodcast Patreon: www.patreon.com/IntotheWest Facebook: www.facebook.com/ITWpod Instagram: www.instagram.com/intothewestpodcast/ Email: intothewestpod@gmail.com

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Latest Episodes

Andrew of Tabletop Admiral and Now For Wrath YouTube channel returns with all-new tournament stats. Our friend Rob also joins in, as we take a look at the numbers behind the highest performing armies, and the most popular armies.

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Another FAQ has been released, and we are here to discuss all the changes, clarifications, and the ways this FAQ may shift the MESBG meta in the coming months.

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Patreon: www.patreon.com/IntotheWest

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Stephen is back in our latest list review episode, taking a look at lists submitted by our patrons over on Patreon. This time, the theme is lists with one or more monsters.

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Patreon: www.patreon.com/IntotheWest

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To kick off the new year, we break down some of the easiest and best armies for new players getting into MESBG! Friend of the channel, Stephen, joins in on the discussion and shares some of his own picks.

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Recent Guests

Jake DeLuie
Competitive player and friend of the channel
Episode: S4E12 - North America VS Europe Middle-earth SBG (with Jake)
Andrew Palmieri
Special guest who has returned to discuss the FAQ
Episode: S3E31 - February 2024 FAQ Review (with Andrew Palmieri)
Alex Anglin
Experienced player and patron from Alberta, Canada
Episode: S3E29 - Fiefdoms Tier List (with Alex Anglin)
Eliott Shillinglaw
Guest from Gollum's Gamers, focused on strategy and battle reports.
Gollum's Gamers
Episode: S3E28 - The LARGEST League in the World (with Eliott Shillinglaw)

Hosts

Charles
Host/Co-host of Into the West with extensive involvement across episodes; often anchors discussions on army lists, balance, and community events.
Richard
Co-host and strategic co-lead on many episodes; frequently analyzes patron lists, balance changes, and meta-shifts.
Ian
Co-host frequently contributing to army discussions and strategy analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Best MESBG podcast

    The best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cubby44JB
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Ads are a turn off

    The push towards ads has been really off putting. I’ve actually unsubscribed here. I will carry on listening via my YouTube premium account where it’s not interrupted.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    earivir
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • What a great MESBG Podcast!

    I have listened to about half the podcasts now and find them to be really informative and they have such a unique format style which I like.

    Your detailed reviews on characters and armies are second to none! (Genuinely!!)

    Thanks for the casts

    Dwalin Grudgebane - UK

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BIMViking
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Thoroughly enjoyable

    I started from ep1...now fair warning the audio quality started shakey but improved tenfold each episode after.

    Great knowledge and an insight into other lists and armies you may not see often. All cast with differing play styles means there's one that'll likely suit you.

    Can't recommend these guys enough

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _just__richard
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners want fewer ads, but overall quality remains high.
Format and list reviews are consistently informative for strategy and tournament prep.
Audio quality has improved across episodes, boosting clarity of complex discussions.
Listeners praise deep, battle-focused analysis and varied guest expertise.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#241
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#94
Norway/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#128
Denmark/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#134
Finland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#215
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Apple Podcasts
#231
Mexico/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S4E12 - North America VS Europe Middle-earth SBG (with Jake)
Q: What is the level of play like?
The highest level of play is comparable between the US and UK, but generally, UK tournaments have a deeper talent pool with high competition throughout the event.
S4E6 - February 2025 FAQ Review
Q: Does Crown of Morgul prevent a model from benefiting from Standfast of a friendly hero?
No, it does not prevent the benefit from Standfast.
S3E28 - The LARGEST League in the World (with Eliott Shillinglaw)
Q: How do you think the meta will be in 2024?
Eliott speculates that unless there are new models or rules changes, the meta will likely remain influenced by the dominant Witch King Sulladan setup.
S3E28 - The LARGEST League in the World (with Eliott Shillinglaw)
Q: What do you love most about the tournament scene over there?
The recent introduction of the team system, which has added a fun dynamic and increased camaraderie among players.
S3E28 - The LARGEST League in the World (with Eliott Shillinglaw)
Q: What would you say makes the GBHL unique from other communities around the world?
Eliott explains that the unique aspect is the size and scale of the league, as it has the most events and players compared to other leagues.

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This show centers on Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game (MESBG) strategy, lists, and rule discussions, with frequent guests and hosts breaking down army choices, tournament experiences, and updates from new books and FAQs. Recent episodes emphasize beginner-friendly armies, patron-submitted lists, and live-tournament insights, often featuring strategic takes on key units, balance changes, and meta-shifts driven by new releases and FAQs. A notable strength is the mix of in-depth list analysis, playful banter, and guest diversity (pro players, content creators, and event participants), which helps listeners pick up tactical ideas and stay engaged with the competitive scene.

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