Square Based: A Warhammer Fantasy in the Old World
A community podcast about Warhammer the Old World. A world of legends set out to bring you hot gossip, deep lore and fun insights
Episodes
Where is the news? It’s been seven months since a meaningful announcement for Warhammer the Old World. Are we looking at a 1.5 update? Has the "Scope" actually changed or is Games Workshop just asleep at the switch?
But first, Rob and Val dive into a massive catch-up session—from Val's grueling victory at the CanHammer Team Tournament to the ongoing labor of love that is the Renegade Legacy Pack and Rob's "Rivers" event.
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The forge fires are burning hot, the dreadquake mortars are loaded, and the Dawi Zharr are finally marching to war. In today’s episode, Rob and Val are officially revealing the Renegade Legacy Pack 2.0 update for the Chaos Dwarfs in Warhammer the Old World!
Links to all Rengade Legacy Pack 2.0 Drafts here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16kAE-p_CWbsH0XatDPuRao6TngSw-KSweUnJa81kOXE/edit?usp=sharing
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0:00 - Intro 0:40 -...
ROB AND VAL ARE BACK! And as promised it's time to reveal the Renegades 2.0 Draft for the mighty Ogre Kingdoms.
*Read the DRAFT Renegade Ogres here:* https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MaoPo4ytwOQLUdWPopfVpfBt7_qC_UZD6EX7xO6Ysag/edit?usp=sharing
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Chapters: THEY'RE COMING. Reneg...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
► Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased
*OLD WORLD RESOURCES*
...In this episode of The Square Based Show, Rob and Val dive into the highly anticipated Renegade 2.0 update for the Skaven! Designed to fix the bland legacy rules that left the faction feeling gutted, this update breathes life back into the army by restoring the chaotic, friendly-fire-heavy, and beautifully unreliable mechanics that make playing the vile rat-men so iconic.
Val breaks down the design philosophy behind bringing back m...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
► Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased
*OLD WORLD RESOURCES*
...In this episode of The Square Based Show, Rob and Val dive deep into the first major DRAFT update for the Renegade Army Lists—starting with the Dark Elves. This isn't just a minor tweak; it’s a "2.0" overhaul designed to bring the Legacy Dark Elf list up to par with the Core factions in Warhammer: The Old World.
Val discusses his process of "vibing" with the faction, addressing community feedback, and his quest to restore the "hate...
In this episode, Val and Rob are breaking down the logic behind the new tier shifts, Val's progress on the Renegade Legacy Pack 2.0, and Rob’s new project: the Chaos Wastelands Battle Pack.
THERE'S STILL TIME TO COMPLETE THE OLD WORLD SURVEY: https://forms.gle/SBVurhNEPyN9KWb39
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro: Announcing SBC Tiers v2.5 1:00 - Catching Up: Rob’s Voice & Val’s Renegade 2.0 Update 3:27 - Rob’s Chaos Wastelands Battle Pack...
IT'S NEW-NEW GRAND CATHAY! Is it awesome? Find out in the show! (Better description later.)
Complete the MASSIVE Warhammer the Old World Survey HERE: https://forms.gle/SBVurhNEPyN9KWb39
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters: TBD
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
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He’s back! After a brief hiatus and a spot of "looks-maxing" surgery, Val has resubscribed to the show. In this episode, Rob and Val dive into the ultimate "what if" scenario: *What happens if Games Workshop actually pulls the plug on Legacy factions in a future 2.0 update?*
After a delightful catchup, the fellas take a deep look into how much the Legacy Factions are still being played, as well as how much the Renegade Legacy Pack ...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
► Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased
*OLD WORLD RESOURCES*
...It’s an emergency podcast! The much-rumored 2026 FAQ and Errata have finally landed, and Rob and Val are going through it in excruciating detail to find out if the writers truly give a FAQ about the game.
Chapters: 0:00 - Intro: Emergency Podcast! The 2026 FAQ is Here
4:26 - *GRAND CATHAY* 6:01 - Gate Master & The Warhorse Change 6:51 - Sky Lanterns / Balloons (T4, Flammable, & No Champion) 8:13 - The New "Disengage" Rul...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
► Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased
*OLD WORLD RESOURCES*
...The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11* https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
►...
It’s been a roller coaster year for Old World in 2025 — or as Val puts it, "uppy-downy." In this massive retrospective, Rob and Val look back at the entirety of 2025 for Warhammer: The Old World. From the "turgid" pipeline at the start of the year to the absolute explosion of releases that followed, we cover it all.
CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 0:54 - Upcoming Events: TGX & CanHammer Teams 3:08 - The Early 2025 Vibes 7:24 - Arcane Jo...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11* https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
►...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► *Tickets for TGX in Toronto Jan 10 and 11* https://www.torontogamingexpo.com/product-page/the-old-world
► *Tickets for Canhammer Teams in Ottawa May 2 and 3* https://www.ccbb.ca/tickets
►...
The original Square Based Podcast where Rob and Val discuss everything Warhammer the Old World. Always be Bassed.
Chapters:
MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
► *Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!* https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/
► Support us on *PATREON* and join us on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased
*OLD WORLD RESOURCES*
► *Square Based Comp AND Tournament Packs* https://thehonestwargamer.com/warham...
Today Rob and Val review the spicy new Arcane Journal: The Razing of Westerland! While the Westerland might not be Val’s favorite province to see razed, we are here for the rules juice. Has Santa has come early and brought treats for everyone?
*CHAPTERS* 0:00 - Intro 2:41 - New Rules: Chaotic Cults (Replacing Marks for Marauders) 5:49 - Cult of the Bloodied Hound 6:51 - Cult of the Slithering Serpent 7:33 - Cult of the Carrion Cr...
Are you Old World curious? Thinking about jumping into Warhammer: The Old World in 2026? Well, this is the show for you. Buckle up, kids. Rob and Val are breaking down everything you need to know, from the lore and the community to the rules and the hobby.
We get it. New year, new army, right? A lot of people were asking for a condensed video that gives a complete overlay of the game, so we're putting it all together in one place. ...
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