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Lorebeards

Sotek
Warhammer Fantasy
Chaos
Skaven
Chaos Gods
Dark Elves
Kislev
Lizardmen
Nagash
High Elves
Sigmar
Empire
Dwarfs
Bretonnia
Total War: Warhammer
Old Ones
Warhammer
Warhammer 40k
Malekith
Warhammer Lore
Dwarves

With the world of Warhammer Fantasy in all of its forms more active than ever, the time has come for a podcast to form around it! Loremaster of Sotek (Sotek/Ryan) & Andy Law (Legendary Writer, Editor, and countless other things) as we discuss numerous aspects of the hobby, lore, and games!

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Latest Episodes

Join hosts Ross and Alexis as they give their predictions for Adepticon 2026. They give their thoughts on what could possibly coming with 11th edition. They also give some thoughts on other product lines as well as if a Primarch (and which one) will ... more

Join hosts Andy and Ryan as they discuss the lore of the Breaching of the Great Bastion Arcane Journal. They talk not just lore but also the editing and formatting issues and what it does do well. Then they hypothesis what could be coming and what so... more

Join host Ross on a solo session of Lorebeards and Roleplay. Vera was unable to make the show for personal reasons, so Ross sat down with chat to exchange stories from Table Top RPG campaigns and sessions, to just delight in the memories and inspire ... more

Join hosts Ryan and Andy as they discuss Sayl the Faithless. They go into how he got that moniker in his history and why he is so betrayal prone. Then they dive into his story of joining Tarmurkhan's horde and his part in that as well.

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Recent Guests

Mike Mason
Game designer and editor known for Chaosium and Dark Heresy work
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Episode: Mike Mason guests with Lorebeards and Roleplaying!
Kaiser (Kaiser Sarah Kaiser)
Webcomic designer and Games Workshop contributor mentioned as a guest on Lorebeards 40,000
Episode: Mike Mason guests with Lorebeards and Roleplaying!
Sarah Kaiser
Artist, writer, and game designer known for Eagle Ordinary and Warhammer Community comics
Independent/Warhammer Community
Episode: Talking 40k with Sarah Kaiser!
Russell Zimmerman
Black Library author and writer in RPG/40K lore
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Episode: Detailing the Abhumans of the Forty First Millennium!
Professor Schaap
Lore expert and discussion contributor
Unknown (lore expert on the show)
Episode: Howl for the 13th Company!
Ross Watson
Game designer and author with extensive experience in Warhammer lore
Episode: What if the Lizardmen Invaded Warhammer 40,000? Lorebeards Bonus
Andy Law
Legendary writer and editor in tabletop games
Episode: What if the Lizardmen Invaded Warhammer 40,000? Lorebeards Bonus
Mad Alfred Nunez Jr.
Expert contributor to Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and author
Independent
Episode: Longbeard "Mad' Alfred Nunez Jr. Comes to Grumble! Lorebeards Season 7 Episode 9

Hosts

Ross Watson
Host and Lorebeards co-host with extensive Warhammer lore and publishing experience.
Alexis
Co-host, cosplayer, YouTube content producer, and lore expert with Warhammer focus.
Andy Law
Co-host, Legendary writer/editor, and Warhammer hobby authority.
Ryan Sotek
Loremaster and host; provides authoritative perspective on lore and canon.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 204 ratings
  • Top lore

    Great for a drive, or painting or whatever, if you love the lore as much as I do this is gold dust, keep it coming guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alphonse Voltaire
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Community-focused show appeals to hobbyists who love modeling, painting, and storytelling.
Guest interactions and live Q&A improve engagement and reveal diverse perspectives.
Fans praise lore-heavy episodes that balance depth with approachable, humorous discussion.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#130
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#135
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#83
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#207
Germany/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#208
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#77
Denmark/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ranking the Abhumans of 40k!
Q: What were the three criteria again?
Coolness, relevance to the lore, and fan presence.
Ranking the Abhumans of 40k!
Q: Alexis, what are we ranking them on?
They're ranked based on three criteria: coolness, relevance to the lore, and how much fans engage with them (fan presence).
Mike Mason guests with Lorebeards and Roleplaying!
Q: What happened with the Dark Heresy launch and subsequent shutdown?
Dark Heresy launched successfully, sold out quickly, but Games Workshop later shut down Black Industries, licensing the properties to other publishers, which disrupted the planned product roadmap.
Mike Mason guests with Lorebeards and Roleplaying!
Q: How did Call of Cthulhu influence Dark Heresy?
Call of Cthulhu provided the core inspiration for investigation mechanics and the mood of cosmic horror, shaping Dark Heresy's approach to mystery and the supernatural within a sci-fi setting.
Mike Mason guests with Lorebeards and Roleplaying!
Q: What were the major challenges in finishing Dark Heresy?
The team faced a tight deadline, many last-minute edits, and a large amount of content to fit; they had to push through long nights and continual revisions to publish the book on time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lorebeards

What is Lorebeards about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts explore Warhammer lore, fantasy settings, and related tabletop hobby topics with a hands-on, community-driven approach. Episodes span deep-dive lore analyses, miniatures/t modeling discussions, cross-media storytelling, and practical ideas for games and campaigns, all delivered with humor and a participatory feel. A hallmark is turning dense lore into accessible conversations, often inviting audience input and guest perspectives, making it appealing for fans who enjoy nerdy, collaborative worldbuilding and hobby optimization.

Noteworthy is the blend of lore critique with hobbyist tips, plus lively audience engagement through polls, Super Chats, and live questions, which helps sustain a vibrant, creative community around Warhammer... more

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2. Kaiser (Kaiser Sarah Kaiser)
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4. Russell Zimmerman
5. Professor Schaap
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7. Andy Law
8. Mad Alfred Nunez Jr.

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