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Into the West

Into the West Team
Middle-Earth Strategy Battle Game
Rise Of Angmar
Armies Of Middle-Earth
Baron Of Dice
Fornost
Army Of the White Hand
Moria
Army Of Arnor
Eagles
Angmar
Adepticon 2025
Legacy Profiles
Lothlorien
Host Of the Witch King
Carn Doom
Legolas
Games Workshop
Fiefdoms
GBHL Tournaments
Clash On the Coast

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

Into the West review the results following this year's NOVA Open, one of the largest tournaments in North America. Friend of the channel Andrew returns to help break down the winning lists of this year, and share his experience competing at this tour... more

Following up our video on the armies with the highest win rate, we are back to talk about armies with the lowest win rate. Using tournament stats from Tabletop Admiral, we break down the current bottom ten armies!

00:00 Introduction

01:32 10th

02... more

The cast is back to review the winning lists of the largest tournament in the world, ArdaCon! We break down the top 700 point lists from this year's Grand Tournament, the top 10 winning lists on our Patreon, and the top 5 in the YouTube version.

Ti... more

This week, we break down and discuss all the heroic actions of the game, and how rank them in a tier list.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:57 Heroic Move

03:34 Heroic March

06:08 Heroic Channelling

09:50 Heroic Resolve

13:14 Heroic Shoot

15... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew from Tabletop Admiral
Special guest, Tabletop Admiral
Tabletop Admiral
Episode: S4E29 - Tournament Stats with Tabletop Admiral! (with Tabletop Admiral & Rob)
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 with frequent involvement across episodes, often leading discussions and co-hosting.
Richard
Co-host frequently contributing to debates and list critiques.
Ian
Co-host and regular moderator of conversations, adds tactical depth.
Baz
Guest with recurring appearances, known for tournament insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 72 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 Kingdom2 years 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 Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Sponsor reads are noticed but not dominant in value or flow.
Guests with practical insights and varied perspectives are valued by listeners.
Some feedback notes audio quality issues but overall strong content and pacing.
Listeners appreciate deep, data-driven analysis of armies and metas.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#233
Germany/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#246
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#164
Austria/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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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 focuses on in-depth analysis and discussion of a tabletop wargame set in a rich fantasy universe. Episodes commonly cover army tiers, tournament data, FAQ/rules clarifications, list-building strategies, and etiquette at events, often weighing meta implications and practical outcomes for competitive play. A standout pattern is the thoughtful blend of rule-bothering detail with community storytelling, live-event anecdotes, and occasional sponsor placements, which keeps coverage both technical and accessible for players aiming to improve. The format tends to reward listeners who enjoy data-driven insights, diverse army opinions, and constructive debates about balance and strategy.

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