The Long War - Warhammer 40k Podcast

Rob Baer & Kenny Boucher

The Long War is your connection to the table top. We cover everything hobby wise from table top war games like Warhammer 40k, and X-wing. Whether it's building, converting, or painting models, the Long War has you covered.

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20 episodes
Updated Tuesday
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Tuesday · 51 min
The Balance Phase: Warhammer News & Pop Culture Ep. 520
The latest Warhammer 40k news, model releases, balance dataslate changes, and exclusive updates straight from SDCC. Latest GW Q&A: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-40k-qa-reveals-big-changes-for-2026/ Munitorium Field Manual Points Update: https://spikeybits.com/munitorum-field-manual-points-update-10th-edition-40k-changes-guide/ July 2026 Balance Dataslate: https://spikeybits.com/10th-edition-balance-dataslate-warhammer-40k-rules-updates-changes-guide/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Shop BHAWK Spirits Online: https://hallingwhiskey.com/ Tequila Fortaleza 150 Years of Tradition: https://tequilafortaleza.com/ Top Hobby Supplies for miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 01:50 Comic Con 21:20 News 39:37 Meat & Potatoes Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
July 21 · 1 hr 2 min
Okay, So is 11th Edition 40k Actually Good? Ep. 519
The ultimate verdict on Warhammer 40k 11th edition. We break down the new rules, meta shifts, and whether the game is actually good. Latest GW Q&A: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-40k-qa-reveals-big-changes-for-2026/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Shop BHAWK Spirits Online: https://hallingwhiskey.com/ Tequila Fortaleza 150 Years of Tradition: https://tequilafortaleza.com/ Top Hobby Supplies for miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 03:05 Would You Rather 10:05 News 37:05 Meat & Potatoes Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
July 14 · 1 hr 1 min
Cheat Codes For Starting a New Warhammer 40k Army? Ep. 518
Cheat codes for starting a new Warhammer army. Plus, the BIG GW Q&A roundtable rundown and news! Latest GW Q&A: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-40k-qa-reveals-big-changes-for-2026/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Shop BHAWK Spirits Online: https://hallingwhiskey.com/ Tequila Fortaleza 150 Years of Tradition: https://tequilafortaleza.com/ Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 06:10 Would You Rather 11:40 News & Q&A 37:50 Tips & Tricks Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
June 30 · 1 hr 10 min
GW's Summer Previews Were Better Than 11th's Reveal Ep. 517
A critique examining Warhammer community hype, marketing versus realities, and in a wild year so far. The Big Summer Preview: https://spikeybits.com/the-big-summer-warhammer-preview-gw-has-to-go-all-in-on-now/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Shop BHAWK Spirits Online: https://hallingwhiskey.com/ Tequila Fortaleza 150 Years of Tradition: https://tequilafortaleza.com/ Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 04:30 Would You Rather 11:09 News 47:18 11th Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
June 23 · 1 hr
11th is 10th Edition 40k 2.0: First Impressions of the New Core Rules Ep. 516
Is Warhammer 40k 11th Edition just a glorified 10.5? We break down the new Armageddon box rules, list building in the new app, and the shifting meta. Warhammer 40k app latest: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-40k-points-drop-wednesday-with-the-new-app/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:42 Would You Rather 13:55 News 28:02 11th Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
June 16 · 54 min
Your 40k Event Companion Guide, MFM Points, New App Ep. 515
GW splits 40k Event Companion into 4 modular guides. New updates add dynamic terrain setups and lock in Force Dispositions for the entire tournament. Event companion breakdown https://spikeybits.com/40k-chapter-approved-tournament-companion-guide/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:46 Would You Rather 09:40 News 24:41Event Companion & Points Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
June 9 · 1 hr 4 min
GW's AI Controversy Gets Worse, Armageddon Unboxed Live, New SM Rules Ep. 514
We crack open Armageddon, break down new Space Marine rules, and discuss the latest GW AI controversy. Armageddon Starter Set Values: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-armageddon-box-set-contents-value/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 07:00 Would You Rather 16:00 News 31:50 Box Break & Rules Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
June 2 · 1 hr 2 min
Top 10 Rule Changes: Warhammer 40k Ep. 513
Discover the 10 biggest rule changes in Warhammer 40k. We break down the updates, strategy shifts, and meta impacts you need to know now. Armageddon Starter Set Values: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-armageddon-box-set-contents-value/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 10:18 News 35:50 Big Rules Changes Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
May 19 · 55 min
Warhammer 40k: New Rules and Roadmap Ep. 512
Don't miss the latest new Warhammer 40k rules, upcoming release roadmap, schedule updates, and a breakdown of the brand-new live FAQ session. Armageddon Starter Set Values: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-armageddon-box-set-contents-value/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 10:05 Would you rather? 15:45 News 37:04 Big Rules Previews Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
May 12 · 50 min
11th Edition Chaos Unbound New Rules & Conspiracies Ep. 511
Explaining the shift to 11th Edition: we break down Chaos, the Armageddon Starter Set launch, rules previews and conspiracies. Armageddon Starter Set Values: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-armageddon-box-set-contents-value/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 04:12 Would you rather? 09:08 News 32:52 Big Rules Previews Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
May 5 · 1 hr
Ranking Every Warhammer 40k Starter Set Ep. 510
Take a look back at the best Warhammer 40,000 starter sets, and ahead to Armageddon; we rank every box by value, models, and nostalgia. Armageddon Starter Set Values: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-armageddon-box-set-contents-value/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Hub: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 04:22 Kenny Selling Army 05:35 News 35:55 Big Leaks 48:45 Q&A Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
April 21 · 1 hr 1 min
The 2-Inch Revolution, 11th Edition Fixed the Fight Phase: Ep. 509
11th Edition is here! ⚔️ New assault rules, the 2" engagement buff, and why melee is back. Plus, an interview on the big winners overall. 40k Assault Rules: Charges & Fight Phases: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-40k-assault-rules-charges-fight-phases/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Revealed Guide: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:38 Would You Rather 08:07 Kenny Selling Army 12:35 News 27:05 Big Interview With Alex Spathopoulos Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
April 14 · 1 hr 5 min
Warhammer 40k Footprints, Hidden Rules, and the New 40k Meta Ep. 508
Master the "Hidden" rule & new terrain footprints in 40k 11th Ed. From -1 hit penalties to standardized layouts, here's how to rule the board. Armageddon Launch Box: https://spikeybits.com/11th-edition-games-workshop-three-year-release-plan/ All New 11th Edition 40k Rules Revealed Guide: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-11th-edition-rules/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:27 Adepticon Swag 15:32 Would You Rather 22:36 News 39:05 11th Ed Terrain Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
April 7 · 1 hr
Warhammer 40k 11th Edition: Does Your List Write Your Mission? Ep. 507
Master your New 40k strategy. Discover how your army's unique strengths and playstyle directly impact mission success and tactical objectives. Adepticon Coverage: https://spikeybits.com/adepticon/ Adepticon 2026 Preview: https://spikeybits.com/adepticon-2026-previews-gw-goes-all-in-on-11th-edition/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 06:15 Would You Rather 10:10 Hobby Desk 20:00 11th Edition 37:40 Q&A Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
March 31 · 55 min
AdeptiCon 2026: The Hype, the Hits, and the Misses Ep. 506
From 11th Edition teases to the return of Yarrick, we break down the highs and lows of AdeptiCon 2026. Adepticon Coverage: https://spikeybits.com/adepticon/ Adepticon 2026 Preview: https://spikeybits.com/adepticon-2026-previews-gw-goes-all-in-on-11th-edition/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 01:40 The bad 14:10 The Good 43:55 11th Edition Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
March 24 · 1 hr 3 min
Defiler Glow-Up & The Road to AdeptiCon 2026 Ep. 505
Our veteran hobbyists break down the new Chaos Defiler rules and share their AdeptiCon 2026 wishlist. New Chaos Rules: https://spikeybits.com/chaos/ Adepticon 2026 Preview: https://spikeybits.com/adepticon-2026-previews-gw-goes-all-in-on-11th-edition/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:30 Vegas Story 16:06 Adepticon 45:00 Chaos Data Sheets Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
March 10 · 1 hr 1 min
The Secret Logic of Games Workshop Pricing Ep. 504
A look at how Games Workshop prices Warhammer, from manufacturing costs to "value" scaling. Uncover the logic behind your hobby's price tags. More on Games Workshop Pricing: https://spikeybits.com/how-much-money-games-workshop-marks-up-their-products-now/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 03:00 Hobby Desk 16:15 News 37:32 Games Workshop Pricing Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
March 3 · 1 hr 8 min
2026 Warhammer Tourney Guide Ep. 503
Hit the table in 2026! Discover the year's top Warhammer tournaments and conventions and plan your hobby travel now. Major Warhammer 40k Tournament Calendar: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-tournaments-guide/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 02:30 Would You Rather 07:30 Hobby Desk 14:00 News 35:30 Conventions 2026 Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
February 24 · 1 hr 3 min
Eye of Terror & Armageddon: Preparing for the New Chaos Incursion Ep. 502
We look into the latest rumors about the Eye of Terror and Armageddon. Is the Great Rift expanding, or is it just Chaos propaganda? Tune in and find out. Lastest Warhammer 40k rumors: https://spikeybits.com/rumors/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 04:50 Would You Rather 11:00 Hobby Desk 20:20 News 49:55 Eye of Terror Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/
February 17 · 59 min
Winning the 40k Tournament Head Game: Tilt, Fatigue, and Focus Ep. 501
Master the 40k mental game! Learn to crush tilt, beat decision fatigue, and stay sharp at your next tournament. Tune in to The Long War! Warhammer Tournaments 2026: https://spikeybits.com/warhammer-40k-tournaments-guide/ Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For miniatures: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 14:45 Would You Rather 17:35 News 34:37 Mental Game Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/

The Long War - Warhammer 40k Podcast

The Balance Phase: Warhammer News & Pop Culture Ep. 520

Okay, So is 11th Edition 40k Actually Good? Ep. 519

Cheat Codes For Starting a New Warhammer 40k Army? Ep. 518

GW's Summer Previews Were Better Than 11th's Reveal Ep. 517

11th is 10th Edition 40k 2.0: First Impressions of the New Core Rules Ep. 516

Your 40k Event Companion Guide, MFM Points, New App Ep. 515

GW's AI Controversy Gets Worse, Armageddon Unboxed Live, New SM Rules Ep. 514

Top 10 Rule Changes: Warhammer 40k Ep. 513

Warhammer 40k: New Rules and Roadmap Ep. 512

11th Edition Chaos Unbound New Rules & Conspiracies Ep. 511

Ranking Every Warhammer 40k Starter Set Ep. 510

The 2-Inch Revolution, 11th Edition Fixed the Fight Phase: Ep. 509

Warhammer 40k Footprints, Hidden Rules, and the New 40k Meta Ep. 508

Warhammer 40k 11th Edition: Does Your List Write Your Mission? Ep. 507

AdeptiCon 2026: The Hype, the Hits, and the Misses Ep. 506

Defiler Glow-Up & The Road to AdeptiCon 2026 Ep. 505

The Secret Logic of Games Workshop Pricing Ep. 504

2026 Warhammer Tourney Guide Ep. 503

Eye of Terror & Armageddon: Preparing for the New Chaos Incursion Ep. 502

Winning the 40k Tournament Head Game: Tilt, Fatigue, and Focus Ep. 501