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Through the Wormhole

Joe Read, UKtwimp
Twilight Imperium
Bristol
UK National Championships
UK Nationals
Mahact
Maneuvering Jets
European Community Cup
Ral Nel Consortium
London Maneuvering Jets
Ral Nel
London
Last Bastion
Maps
Board Games
Intergalactical
Spacecast Peace Turtles
SCPT
Extra (faction)
Space Cats Peace Turtles
Thunder's Edge

From the creators of the UK Nationals and London Maneuvering Jets, we bring you Through the Wormhole, a Twilight Imperium podcast! Shining a light on the players, champions and unforgettable events shaping the UK and European scene. Focused on community and competition, we dive into wild plays, chaotic moments and tournament stories, bringing you closer to the growing sport of TI. Hosted by Joe Re... more

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The Champion of the Leeds tournament makes his TTW debut to give his take on playing and winning TI games. Luke (aka Olg on discord) has an annoying habit of beating Joe at TI so this episode his a learning curve for him as much as the r... more

Time to Twilight's Fall Through the Womrhole as we visit the the Leeds tournament. The tournament this year was Twilight's Fall which was a wild and chaotic ride with some amazing stories coming out of it. This week I am joined by the organiser Bezah... more

The European Community Cup Round 1 is underway, and Washme? has joined me to run through slices, player match-ups and streaming! We also dive into his games at London: Maneuvering Jets and our classic quick fire questions.

This episode has tons of n... more

Interview with Hunter Donaldson from a little known podcast called Space Cats Peace Turtle. Joe and Hunter interview each other to learn about tournaments, meta, formats and random stuff including UK comedy & landmarks.

This was maybe the week to h... more

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Recent Guests

Charlie Gearing
Charlie Gearing, aka Wash or Washme, co-organizer and ECC streaming overlay developer
European Community Cup organizer/streamer
Episode: Tales of the European Community Cup & Maneuvering Jets
Hunter Donaldson
Guest from Space Cats Peace Turtles, discussed TI topics and Space Cats segment
Space Cats Peace Turtles
Episode: SCPT Interview with Hunter Donaldson
Charlie Shimmons
Guest on the show discussing the competitive Twilight Imperium scene
Episode: Competitive Scene Summary (Patreon Poll Winner)
Walrus Berserker
Guest on the show, TI player
UK TI scene
Episode: How to Win a Twilight Imperium Tournament , by WalrusBerserker
Lewis Horne
UK Twilight Imperium National Championships fame, Maneuvering Jets figure, Leeds director
Maneuvering Jets
Episode: Older Gentlemen: Friends or Foe? - A Guide to Tournament Metas
Adam Beavs
Champion of Bristol tournament, TI veteran
Beavs / Bristol tournament competitor
Episode: Champion of Bristol: Beavs! (Bristol Tournament Part 4/4)
Ru Hall
Current UK National Champion, played under the name Ru Hall
UK Twilight Imperium community / Maneuvering Jets events
Episode: Ep 1: Ru-haul, the UK National Champion

Host

Joe Read
Host of Through the Wormhole; extensively referenced as a key voice and organizer within TI community discussions.

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#73
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Apple Podcasts
#237
Switzerland/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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SCPT Interview with Hunter Donaldson
Q: What is your favorite board game besides Twilight Imperium?
Blood on the Clocktower is mentioned as a current favorite, with Oath as another exciting upcoming title due to its evolving strategy space.
SCPT Interview with Hunter Donaldson
Q: If you were the game designer for Twilight Imperium, what's one thing you would change or remove?
Hunter would remove the agenda phase entirely, or at least rework it with a tiered or round-based system so cards match the game state, making timing more meaningful.
Tales of the European Community Cup & Maneuvering Jets
Q: What excites you about commentating a live Twilight Imperium match?
Commentating is exciting because TI is a long, dynamic game with many hidden options; reviewing plays live offers a new way to engage audiences, compare strategies, and showcase deep game knowledge.
Tales of the European Community Cup & Maneuvering Jets
Q: What would you change about the game to improve it?
I'd remove or limit supports, since supports are highly subjective and can massively alter how the game plays, sometimes deciding outcomes between turns and creating unpredictable shifts in who wins.
Bristol Tournament Part 1: Threat Perception & Managing your Image
Q: How do you view the balance between betrayal and diplomacy in these high-stakes games?
He described a spectrum where some players are honor-bound to keep their deals, while others will betray if it secures victory; the key is to anticipate such moves and factor in potential betrayals into your own strategy and diplomacy at the table.

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This show centers on Twilight Imperium within the UK and European communities, blending competitive strategy with event storytelling. Episodes explore faction mechanics, drafting dynamics, meta shifts, and tournament experiences, often featuring top players, organizers, and notable community figures. Listeners can expect deep strategic analysis, practical tips for tournaments, and candid discussions about the culture, logistics, and social aspects of TI events. A standout trait is the mix of high-skill insights with approachable guidance for both newcomers and seasoned players, plus rich episode-to-episode variety—from faction-focused schools to organizer perspectives.

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1. Charlie Gearing
2. Hunter Donaldson
3. Charlie Shimmons
4. Walrus Berserker
5. Lewis Horne
6. Adam Beavs
7. Ru Hall

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