MetaChemistry

Devin B, and Ian S

At MetaChemistry, we discuss the competitive meta for Infinity the Game, a sci-fi miniatures game created by Corvus Belli. Our main goal is to build and expand the Infinity Community and help give new perspectives on how players view and think about the meta. As such, our episodes and Discord community are free and open to everyone!

We post podcast episodes twice a month, and if you do want to be more hands-on, consider supporting us on Patreon, and you can gain access to content polls, as well as early access to episodes!

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152 episodes
Updated July 27

Episodes152

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Apr 26, 2021 · 37 min
Episode 11: Mission Briefing - Acquisition
In this Episode, Andrew, Ian and Nathan review another mission from ITS Season 12--Acquisition. How does Initiative affect how we approach the mission? What makes this mission stand out? What sort of units are best suited to the mission? Take a listen for their thoughts and experiences on Acquisition! Looking to talk more Infinity? Join us on Discord and be a part of the MetaChemistry community! (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Apr 12, 2021 · 1 hr 29 min
Episode 10: Skill Analysis - Parachutist
In this Episode, Andrew, Devin, and Ian continue discussing Airborne Deployment with the Parachutist skill. They discuss the virtues of asymmetric combat, how to utilize Parachutist to surprise your opponents, as well as some methods you can use to identify and counter these threats when used against you. Feel free to check out our Discord server, to talk more Infinity! (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) Thank agin to our Patrons for supporting our show. If you're interested in supporting us, and getting some benefits yourself, feel free to take a look at our Patreon rewards! (https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Mar 29, 2021 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 9: Skill Analysis - Combat Jump
In this Episode, Andrew, Devin, and Nathan have an in-depth discussion on Combat Jump! What are ways that you can utilize this skill? What can you do to combat these attacks? What sort of value do you get by keeping hidden information? Don't forget to keep the conversation going on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity! (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) We also want to thank our Patrons for supporting our show. If you're interested in supporting us, and getting some benefits yourself, feel free to take a look at our Patreon rewards! (https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Mar 15, 2021 · 1 hr 9 min
Episode 8: Mission Briefing - Panic Room
In this Episode, Andrew, Devin, and Ian take our first dive into an ITS mission review--Panic Room. How do you build your list to this mission? How do you prepare? Should you take first or second turn? What is your plan if you don't get the choice you want? Join us as we give our thoughts on these ideas, and provide our experiences with Panic Room from ITS Season 12. While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Mar 1, 2021 · 54 min
Episode 7: List Spotlight - Camo Heavy
In Episode 7, Andrew, Ian, and Nathan discuss another list archetype--Camo heavy lists. Camo spam, as it's often been called is not new to Infinity, but is still a powerful tool and so we discuss some of the changes these lists have seen in the new edition. What are you gaining by playing large amounts of Camo? How do you approach such a list on the other side of the table? While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Feb 15, 2021 · 1 hr
Episode 6: Fundamentals - Deployment
In this episode, Andrew, Ian, and Nathan discuss one of the fundamental building-blocks of Infinity--Deployment. They go over common mistakes and basic rules-of-thumb, as well as more advanced concepts, like pinning your opponent and placing Fireteams. How do you mitigate the impact of Impersonators? What should I do with ARO pieces? Take a listen, and let us know what you think! While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Feb 1, 2021 · 1 hr 10 min
Episode 5: List Spotlight - Hacking Heavy
In Episode 5, Andrew, Nate, and Devin have our first list archetype review, on Hacking Heavy lists. With the advent of N4, Hacking has seen a resurgence in utility and prevalence. How do these sorts of lists work? What should you look for to try and run one? If you on the other side of the table, what can you do to mitigate it's effectiveness? While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Jan 18, 2021 · 1 hr 7 min
Episode 4: Fundamentals - List Building and Unit Roles
In episode 4, Andrew, Ian, and Devin continue an exploration of list building, as they consider the “roles” that various units play in putting together a viable tournament list. What kinds of units do you choose when thinking of attacking vs. defending? What are the roles of support units? When and how do missions influence unit selection? While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Jan 4, 2021 · 1 hr 21 min
Episode 3: Fundamentals - List Building and Unit Types
In episode 3, Andrew, Ian, and Nathan explore the theme of list-building, beginning with an examination of the various Unit Types that are standard within N4. They define the common characteristics of Light Infantry, Medium Infantry, Heavy Infantry, Tags, Skirmishers, Remotes, and Warbands, and how those unit types function within effective tournament lists. While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Dec 21, 2020 · 57 min
Episode 2 - Rules Changes in N4
In episode 2, Andrew, Ian, and Nathan examine some of the more prominent rule changes for Infinity in N4, with a focus on Criticals, Dodging, Cover, and Hacking. They explore the implications on tactics and game play these changes have made. They also spend some time highlighting a few of the other significant changes, including: Changes to remotes, MSV1, Protheion, Impetuous, Combat jump, Terrain, and the Strategic use of Command Tokens. While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Dec 14, 2020 · 40 min
Episode 1 - Only 15 Orders?!
In this return episode of MetaChemistry, the team of Ian, Nathan, and Andrew examine the impact of the recent change in N4, that limits list building to 15 order-generating troops. Was there a problem? And if so what was it? How does the 15 trooper cap address it? Was there a more elegant way to approach the issue? Also we explore some of the additional challenges N4 attempts to address including the de-nesting of rules, the promotion of under-used profiles and models, and streamlining or removing finicky and cumbersome interactions. While you're listening, you might jump on our Discord server, to talk more Infinity. (https://discord.gg/4WJtJXcYjP) And if you want access some cool benefits while helping us keep the show going, check out our Patreon.(https://www.patreon.com/MetaChemistry)
Dec 11, 2020 · 57 sec
MetaChemistry, Rerolled
We're back! MetaChemistry has returned, to deliver a new perspective on Infinity the Game. Thanks for joining us!