The Meelas
AD WargamingAn Abu Dhabi-based Wargaming Podcast, hosted by Simon and Ibrahim, exploring the world of tabletop wargaming and hobby culture in the UAE in a relaxed, conversational style.
Check out our episodes on Spotify, Youtube, Apple Podcasts and more with the links below.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesLeisure | |||
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Blood Bowl takes the Warhammer world, gives it some sportsball, and somehow strategy, risk management and extreme sporting violence has become one of Games Workshop’s most enduring and beloved games.
This week on The Meelas, Simon and Ibrahim take a... more
What actually makes a great game of Warhammer?
In Episode 19 of The Meelas, an Abu Dhabi Wargaming Podcast, Simon and Ibrahim work through everything that happens around the dice rolls: arranging games, coming prepared, setting expectations, dealing... more
This week Tylor joins Simon and Ibrahim to tell the story of how a completely unnecessary Forge World Knight Lancer purchase turned into finding our Abu Dhabi wargaming community, a regular seat at the Meelas and a rapidly growing Sons of Horus army.... more
One of us grew up with Warhammer 40,000 Second Edition. The other started in Eighth. Why are both of us now drawn towards older editions?
In Episode 17 of The Meelas, we ask what Oldhammer and Midhammer ("Retro-K") are actually trying to recreate. I... more
Which tools genuinely make miniature wargaming easier?
In Episode 16 of The Meelas, Simon and Ibrahim are joined by Andrew to pool the group’s collective hobby knowledge. We cover the tools, products and little discoveries that have changed how we b... more
What makes a good Warhammer homebrew, and when does something you've created start to take on a life of its own?
This episode, Simon and Ibrahim discuss our Warhammer 40,000 Second Edition campaign, The Hollow Star of Kadavah, beginning in a place y... more
This episode, Simon and Ibrahim explore the many places hobby inspiration can come from, including miniatures, faction lore, box art, painting techniques, real-world history, music and other hobbyists’ armies.
We discuss how those influences become ... more
In Episode 13 of The Meelas, Ibrahim has committed to a Warriors of Chaos army for Warhammer: The Old World despite never having played a rank-and-flank game. We discuss what makes a new army feel like a viable project, why local players matter and w... more
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Apple Podcasts | #93 |  United Arab Emirates/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #223 |  Japan/Leisure/Games |
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What is The Meelas about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on tabletop wargaming and hobby culture within the UAE, with a relaxed, conversational vibe between two hosts who anchor discussions in Abu Dhabi. Across episodes, the hosts cover practical hobby workflow tips, army and campaign planning, painting and modeling techniques, and community-driven topics—often weaving in local events, stores, and regional dynamics. They frequently feature guests and guests' perspectives to broaden the discussion beyond core Warhammer to other systems like Infinity, Necromunda, Blood Bowl, and BattleTech, while also exploring burnout, starter sets, and how to stay engaged during hot summers. A notable strength is the emphasis on community building, accessibility for newcomers, and cross-system e... more
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