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The Extra Sheep: The Unofficial Age of Empires IV Podcast

Socerton
Age Of Empires IV
King Of the Rockies
Rising Empires
Low ELO Legends
Joan Of Arc
English
Abbasid
Byzantines
Ayyubids
Mongol Landmark Hiding
Competitive Gaming
King Of the North
Esports
Moreknights
Whamen's League
Japanese Civilization
Deli
Community Engagement
Laming the Boar
Picture In Picture Feature

The Extra Sheep is the unofficial Age of Empires IV Podcast where we talk about everything AoE IV! Hosted by Socerton, Beale and Sir Nevels, we’ll discuss everything from build orders and civilization matchups, to changes in the meta, updates and even cool facts about Age of Empires IV. You can support the podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/TheExtraSheep

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Latest Episodes

Askallad and Socerton talk discuss if cheating is as bad of an issue as Reddit sometimes says, and what could actually be done about it.

Askallad and Socerton dive into the patch notes and the preview of the new Yue Fei's Legacy going live on May 7! Askallad finally became part of the "in-crowd" and uses his newfound powers for good: giving information to us the players!

Socerton, CalerbCalamari, and Askallad welcome Sir_Pengwin back to the show to talk about the upcoming DLC and new Civilization, the Jin Dynasty.

Follow Sir_Pengwin on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/sir_pengwin

Socerton, Calerb, and Askallad have been distracted lately, by Slay the Spire 2! We talk a bit about AoE IV, then do a quick review about Slay the Spire 2 and then talk about video game sequels and the iteration of games. All that and more in this we... more

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Recent Guests

Sir Penguin
Historian guest on the show, providing context on Jin Song history and game integration.
Independent historian (as referenced in episode)
Episode: 70. History of the Jin Dynasty (Feat. Sir_Pengwin)
Ann Magical Cow
Esports producer with experience in various tournament productions and a prominent figure in the Age of Empires IV community.
Rising Empires
Episode: 25. An Magical Episode (Feat. AnMagicalCow)

Hosts

Socerton
Host of The Extra Sheep, co-presenter on the episode
Calerb Calamari
Co-host of The Extra Sheep and The Unofficial Age of Empires IV Podcast
Askallad
Host of The Extra Sheep, Co-host

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Loved your historian guest today

    Been listening to your podcast for a while and you earned the 5⭐️ before but had to give them today after the history lesson on Chinese history!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emanuel Kö
    Germany2 months ago
  • Perfect companion to the game

    Great way to get emerged in the game and be excited to play. The hosts are knowledgeable and funny, they give good stat tips and good insights on new updates.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjmile
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Show

    Im a pretty weird mix of used to Aoe2 but new to Aoe4 and your guy's podcast has really helped my interest in the game! I love the chill conversation and if course the hot takes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ajthehobo
    United States3 years ago
  • The extra sheep is the best

    Brilliant podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haogs11
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • One guy on the panel sounds super handsome

    Yeah idk if I’m spelling his name right but I thinks it’s spelled “SirNevels”. Yeah I can tell that guy is super kewl and handsome.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nevel$
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the duo/guest balance and practical take on patches and DLCs.
The show is a solid resource for staying updated on meta shifts and event coverage.
Guests with historical and strategic insights add depth to AoE IV coverage.
Hosts' humor and camaraderie make technical topics accessible.

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63. "Emergency" Recording
Q: What was the difference between your build order and the build order you're using now?
The key difference was how to utilize wood and when to build the Matsuri to boost the economy effectively.
BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Woprok
Q: Do you have any advice for anyone looking to get into game modding for the first time?
Woprok advised aspiring modders to take the first step and just start using the tools available, even if it's initially daunting, as it's a learning experience worth pursuing.
BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Woprok
Q: What has it been like developing the mods, AOE4, and what challenges have you faced?
Woprok mentioned that the tools are complicated and not user-friendly, making it difficult for newcomers to mod despite some support from experienced modders.
BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Woprok
Q: What's your history with video games, Age of Empires and what actually got you into modding in the first place?
Woprok shared that he started playing games at a young age, with Age of Empires being one of his favorites, ultimately leading him to create mods after experimenting with the mod tools released for AoE IV.
25. An Magical Episode (Feat. AnMagicalCow)
Q: What is your history with video games and what got you into RTS and Age of Empires IV?
I made my account in about 2005, so my RuneScape account is pretty damn old and I started with competitive games.

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This show centers AoE IV strategy, patch notes, DLC previews, and competitive meta discussion, with a mix of historical context, community chatter, and lighthearted banter. Episodes frequently cover balance shifts, new civilizations, event coverage, and casting/monetization realities for smaller communities, making it a practical listen for players, coaches, and sponsors looking to track meta evolution and community sentiment. A notable angle is regular guest insight from historians and niche experts, plus a recurring emphasis on event coverage and casting logistics, which adds depth beyond typical game chatter.

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