Episodes 138
Avg. Duration 1h 41m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (13)
Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

Love Middle Earth? Love tabletop wargaming? So do we! Join podcast hosts Matt, Evan, Mik, Devin, Rainier, Rob and Tim as they discuss all things Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game related!

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Recent Episodes

Adepticon and The Nations Cup!

May 18, 2026 1h 54m

In this episode, Matt, Evan, and Alisher talk about their experiences at Adepticon and The Nations Cup. They review their lists, talk about the format, and discuss their games.

Rohan Factions Continued!

Apr 07, 2026 2h 3m

In this episode, Matt, Evan Alisher, and (surprise surprise, he's not dead) Rainier, finish up reviewing the Rohan factions and also talk a bit about Adoption.

Rohan Faction Review!

Mar 12, 2026 1h 56m

In this episode Matt, Evan, and Alisher continue to review the Lord of the Rings era Rohan factions!

Rohan Faction Review!

Feb 08, 2026 2h 8m

In his episode Matt, Evan, and Alisher begin reviewing the Rohan profiles and offer their thoughts on the competitive merits of the factions.

Gondor Army Review (With Five Whole Hosts!)

Jan 13, 2026 2h 29m

In this episode Matt, Evan, Rainier, Mik and Alisher talk about Rainier's journey returning to the game and review the Gondor profiles and corresponding legions. We talk about the lists' competitive…

An Unexpected Guest and Veto System Spotlight

Dec 05, 2025 1h 35m

In this episode Matt, Even, Alisher, and returning host Rainier talk about his return to the game! We also have a spotlight discussion about the differences between the Veto System and Random…

Scenario Review!

Nov 09, 2025 1h 46m

In this episode the crew review the six new scenarios, discuss their experience playing them, and talk about how they factor into VETO decision making.

Two episodes in one week?! Nova Open Review (with special guest Trey Haupt)

Sep 09, 2025 1h 54m

In this episode, Matt, Evan, Alisher and special guest Trey Haupt discuss all things Nova Open (America's largest GT). At this event our very own Matt Iverson took home the gold, and Trey became the…

Two Episodes in One Month?! an Unexpected Podcast About Current Competitive Play

Sep 06, 2025 1h 17m

In this episode, Matt, Evan, and Alisher talk about the current competitive landscape of the Middle Earth Strategy Battle game. We discuss Ardacon tournament performance, and take a closer look at a…

We're not Dead! An "Unexpected" Podcast

Aug 05, 2025 1h 38m

In this episode the crew discuss the current competitive landscape now that the new edition is out in its entirety!

Good Armies Profiles Continued!

May 28, 2025 1h 44m

In this Episode, Matt, Evan, Mik, and Alisher take a look at some of the remaining good profiles in the Armies of the Lord of the Rings book! They review the ins and outs of how the lists work and…

Good (as in not Evil) Lord of the Rings Profiles!

May 11, 2025 2h

In this episode, Matt, Evan, and Alisher begin to break down the good army lists/profiles in the Lord of the Rings profile book and offer their analysis on the competitive merits/deficiencies of each…

Hobbit Evil Armies Review!

Apr 13, 2025 1h 46m

In this episode of the Unexpected Podcast the crew review the Evil Hobbit Armies and provide their competitive analysis on which lists they believe will integrate well into the new meta!

Good (Hobbit) Armies Preview! Pt.2

Mar 13, 2025 1h 56m

In this video Matt, Evan and Alisher take a look at the remaining good Hobbit army lists/profiles and offer their perspectives on the competitive merits of the lists!

Good (Hobbit) Armies Preview! Pt.1

Feb 06, 2025 1h 54m

In this video, the crew begins to look over "good" faction profiles and lists from the Armies of the Hobbit book! Evan, Matt, Devin, and Alisher discuss the rules of the factions and analyse the…

New Edition Thoughts and Preview!

Jan 14, 2025 1h 41m

In this episode of an Unexpected Podcast, the crew talk about their early impressions of the new edition including some of they play experiences along with their likes, dislikes, and takes on what…

Unexpected podcast: New Edition Release Dates, Leaked Rules, and More!

Nov 26, 2024 1h 58m

In this episode of the Unexpected Podcast, the crew discuss the recent pre-order announcement of the new edition and discuss/analyze the the competitive implications of some leaked rules!

Rise of Angmar Play Experience, The War of the Rohirrim/New Edition, and Rings of Power!

Oct 15, 2024 1h 34m

In this episode of the Unexpected Podcast, the crew discuss their experiences playing some of the different legions in the new Rise of Angmar MESBG Supplement and offer competitive analysis on some…

Ardacon Recap and Rise of Angmar Supplement Preview! (With Special Guest, Ted Cantu)

Aug 30, 2024 1h 42m

In this episode the crew recaps their Ardacon experiences with fellow Team America teammate Ted Cantu. We discuss our favorite moments from the Masters and Grand Tournament, before pivoting and…

Ardacon 2024 Preview! (With Team America Guest "Caleb Silvergleid)

Aug 07, 2024 1h 26m

In this Episode we preview and discuss Ardacon 2024 and take a look at the most recent MESBG teaser for the Arnor Supplement. In our Ardacon Preview we take a look and discuss the thought process…

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