Tag Archives: Tolkien

50 – Deck Doctor

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Dan, Derek, and Matthew discuss listener submissions for decks that they just can’t seem to get to work. No metaphors were harmed in the making of this episode. Welcome/Intro Decks that need some “doctoring”: Rohan, Silvan, Dunedain … Continue reading →

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49 – The Sands of Harad

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Dan, Derek, and Ian discuss the scenarios and player cards of The Sands of Harad deluxe expansion. We also take a moment to look back on the year in LOTR. Welcome/Intro Review of the three scenarios of … Continue reading →

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48 – Book Club VIII – Council of Elrond

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   The book club continues with a first look at Book 2 and the chapters “Many Meetings” and “The Council of Elrond”. We dive deep into the big issues of these momentous chapters. Welcome/Intro Review/Analysis of the Chapters … Continue reading →

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47 – Power vs Theme

Posted on October 10, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   In this episode, Derek, Dan, and Ian discuss the challenges and possibilities of balancing theme and power when building decks. Welcome/Intro What are theme decks? What are power decks? Is it possible to balance power and theme? … Continue reading →

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46 – Book Club VII – A Knife in the Dark

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   The book club continues with a look at the chapters “A Knife in the Dark” and “Flight to the Ford”. We wrap up Book 1 of The Lord of the Rings in this episode! Welcome/Intro Review/Analysis of … Continue reading →

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45 – Ally Showdown

Posted on August 27, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   The full Grey Company tackles the allies of each sphere, debating the strongest, weakest, and most likely to succeed. We also discuss our latest convention exploits. Enjoy an extra-long episode of The Grey Company! Welcome/Intro Gen Con/Star … Continue reading →

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44 – Temple of the Deceived

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Ian, Derek, and Dan catch up on some of the recent releases, sharing their thoughts on The Thing in the Depths and Temple of the Deceived scenarios, as well as reviewing some of the player ca Welcome/Intro … Continue reading →

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43 – Hero Showdown

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   In this episode, Matthew, Derek, and Ian run through the spheres, debating the best and worst heroes for each. No holds are barred and no punches are pulled as we engage in a true hero showdown. Welcome/Intro … Continue reading →

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42 – Book Club VI – At the Sign of the Prancing Pony

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   Derek, Ian, and Dan continue the book club with a look at the chapters At the Sign of the Prancing Pony and Strider. We delve into the nature of Bree, inns, beer, and Aragorn himself, while looking … Continue reading →

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41 – Benchmarking

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Ian R. Martin

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD]   In this episode, the full Grey Company crew takes on the topic of benchmarking. How can you eyeball a deck and tell if it’s strong or not? How can you go about testing a deck? Is there … Continue reading →

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