TABLETOP TALK - Third Floor Wars

Join Craig as his guests from the Virginia Beach meta who explain what they did to grow from 3 players in the M3e open beta to over a dozen players,  They talk through how you can start a meta in your area or even grow your current meta. **Note the language in this episode is more adult than we normally have Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1  Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor  https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Give us Feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message

Join Craig as his guest, Steve Bynum reveals how he makes Marcus and a Chimera crew effective on the table.  Anyone playing (or playing against) Arcanists will benefit from Steve's meticulous analysis.  What models does he always take?  What modes rarely make his list?  How do you beat a Chimera crew? Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor https://www.gadzooksgaming.com  Give us Feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message

Join Craig as his guest, Alyx Drake who reveals how he won the Breach the North II event.  Anyone playing (or playing against) Ten Thunders should pay close attention.  What was his path to the podium?  What crews did he bring to each of the pools?  How did he beat such a competitive field? Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor https://www.gadzooksgaming.com   Give us Feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message

Join Craig as his guest, Robert Singer, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Rasputina in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the scheme and strategy pool.  He even divulges ways to beat the crew!  A must-listen for any Arcanist player or anyone that plays against them.  Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1  Support us and get free shipping on orders over $100 at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor https://www.gadzooksgaming.com  Give us Feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message

Join Craig as his guest, Jamie Varney, reveals how he plays the Resurrectionist master Albus in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the scheme and strategy pool.  He even divulges ways to beat the crew!  A must-listen for any Rezzer player or anyone that plays against them.  Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1  Support us and get free shipping on orders over $100 at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor https://www.gadzooksgaming.com  You can follow Jamie on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/FlippinWyrds  You can catch his podcast here:  https://flippinwyrdspodcast.podbean.com/ 

Join Craig as his guest, James Doxey, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Kaeris in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which modes he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the scheme and strategy pool.  He even divulges ways to beat her!  A must-listen for any Arcanist player or anyone that plays against them.  Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1  Support us and get free shipping on orders over $100 at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor https://www.gadzooksgaming.com 

Join Craig and Ray as they break down each faction and master in Malifaux 3rd edition based on different play styles.  Are you looking for simple or complex crews?  Killy or control?  What factions and masters are the most fun?  Where do you go for high-mobility crews?  They will help you match your preferred play style to the right faction and masters.  This is a great episode to share with friends that are new to Malifaux or Third Edition.  Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here:  https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us and get free shipping on orders over $100 at Gadzooks Gaming by using the promo code: thirdfloor  https://www.gadzooksgaming.com

Craig interviews Matt Carter (game designer at Wyrd Games) who pulls back the curtain and reveals the design team's approach, process, decision making and their goals for Malifaux 3rd Edition.  Matt explains where it all started, what early ideas made it to the final game and what ideas were dropped (and why).  This is a must listen for anyone playing the new edition of Malifaux.  Discover what was going on in the minds of the team that made the game. Help support your favorite podcast and YouTube channel and check out this great Malifaux Gadget Bundle: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set

Michael Cohen, Kevin Calderwood and Joe Girard try to convince Craig that he should be playing The Other Side by Wyrd Games.  They make their case based on the game's theme, play mechanics and hobby opportunities.   You can find more from Michael and Kevin here:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DiveBarGamers   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvetiSKIXRkyJ8Fx00DkihA   You can find more from Joe here: https://coordinatedstrikepodcast.podbean.com Help support your favorite podcast and YouTube channel and check out this great Malifaux Gadget Bundle:  https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set 

Craig and his guest, Steve, dive deep into Molly of the Resurrectionists.  Steve reveals how he builds a Forgotten crew, how he plays them (and wins) and even how to counter them! Support us by picking up this great Malifaux gadget bundle available HERE