Author Archives: Ian R. Martin

38 – Book Club V – In the House of Tom Bombadil

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   In this episode, Dan, Derek, and Ian continue the book club with a look at the chapters In the House of Tom Bombadil and Fog on the Barrow-downs. We get all book club-y and discuss the literary … Continue reading →

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37 – The Grey Havens

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] Derek, Dan, and Ian set sail with The Grey Havens expansion, digging into the quests and player cards of this newest deluxe box. We also answer a ton of listener questions about The Grey Havens. Please forgive the … Continue reading →

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36 – Angmar Wrapup

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] Derek, Dan, and Ian are joined by special guest, Matt Newman, co-developer of LOTR LCG. We look back at the Angmar Awakened cycle and forward to the Dream-chaser cycle (including a special spoiler). We did have an audio … Continue reading →

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35 – Luck vs. Skill

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] In this episode, Derek, Ian, and Matthew discuss the fundamental concept of luck vs. skill within LOTR LCG. What does skill look like in the game? How much does luck play a part? How does one become more … Continue reading →

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34 – Book Club IV – A Conspiracy Unmasked

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Dan, Derek, and Matthew continue the book club with a look at the A Conspiracy Unmasked and The Old Forest chapters, as well as look back on 2015 and chat about the current state of the game. … Continue reading →

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33 – Staples and Sideboards

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Dan, Ian, and Derek discuss a set of cards that are commonly thought of as “staples”. Are they truly staples? Or have they lost their luster? We also discuss the best candidates for deck sideboards. Welcome/Intro Thoughts … Continue reading →

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32 – The Anniversary Show

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] The Grey Company podcast celebrates its 2 year anniversary! Matthew and Ian are joined by the Fifth Ranger as we reflect on 5 years of the game and 2 years of the ‘cast. Enjoy! Welcome/Intro A Look Back … Continue reading →

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31 – Book Club III – Three Is Company

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] The Grey Company crew is joined by special guest, Mitch (the Mitch King himself!), as the book club continues. We take a look at the chapters Three Is Company and A Shortcut to Mushrooms, discussing how the events therein … Continue reading →

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30 – Over/Under

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] The Grey Company crew (sans Ian) takes on a set of cards, discussing whether they are overrated or underrated. Welcome/Intro Quests and Ease of Setup Overrated/Underrated Get in touch! E-mail: thegreycompanypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @thegreyco Website: https://greycompanypodcast.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegreycompanypodcast Community Calendar: … Continue reading →

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11 – The One Deck

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD] Welcome Intro What Is A One Deck? Is the One Deck possible? Is it desirable? Key Heroes/Cards For The One Deck Community resources Tales from the Cards Hall of Beorn Master of Lore Cardboard of the Rings Conclusion … Continue reading →

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