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Published by The Hobby Guys
Two long time friends discuss all things related to the wargaming hobby, from painting miniatures to playing in tournaments, kitbashing to Golden Demon. Join hosts Stef and Will for your fornightly wargaming fix. New episode every other Monday!
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This week we talk through running the recent Tabletop Battles UK Open event in Leicester, including what it was like judging the painting awards. Elsewhere: Stef's on track to finish his Helsmiths before the end of the club league, and Will mourns the death of the Rhino. What we've been watching: Olden Demon gets paid to shill StarCraft the miniatures game — as a huge StarCraft fan, Will isn't convinced. Legion W shows their favourite Japanese hobby store - Legion W shows us a Japanese hobby store and it’s amazing what they offer customers! Mailbag: This week Joe asks: is NMM worth it? Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
Stef and Will have both signed up for Tonka's next Horus Heresy event — and that means new armies. This episode they lay out their plans, painting schemes, and (probably overly ambitious) timelines. Elsewhere: Stef's been putting in serious painting hours, Will gets nostalgic about Secret Hitler, and Stef takes on a quiz Will nabbed from Jordan Sorcery . What we've been watching: Boxman Builds is back — and it's so, so good. This time he builds a German paper superheavy battleship. Devs and Dice returns with another Mordheim building project — always a treat when this series comes back. Mailbag: This week Nick asks: what's your best board game memory? Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
Stef shares the batch painting tips that kept him sane while painting over 100 Solar Auxilia troops, and Will's deep in colour scheme planning for his new Ogor army - he needs help! Elsewhere: Stef relives an embarrassing moment from Iron Skull, and Will takes on a "What Came First" quiz. What we've been watching: Engines of Ruin, a fan-made animation - genuinely well done, just a shame it's over so quickly. Metal AF Minis on making minis "metal again" - packed with tips for true metallic paints (TMM), well worth a watch if you've been avoiding TMM out of fear. Mailbag: This week Alasdair asks: for those of us who regularly mess up while painting and get colour where it really shouldn't be - do top-tier painters just never make mistakes, or do they have techniques for fixing them? Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
This week we welcome Tonka onto the show for a chat about all things hobby, and to hear his picks for the Hobby Escape Pod — where he has to choose just one paint range, one game system, one miniature range, and one hobby project to save from his life. Check out Tonka's content here: https://www.instagram.com/tonkaforgewargaming https://www.youtube.com/@tonkaforgewargaming Elsewhere: Stef shares his experience at the Fen Model Show, and Will's been getting stuck into Gundam. What we've been watching: Tonka's latest battle report: Sons of Horus vs Mechanicum — perfect timing given he's on the show this week. Miniature Masters — genuinely well done and thoroughly recommended, though we've got a few thoughts on where it could be even better. Gitgud Painting's video covering Fen Model Show entries — great chance to see some of what was on display at Fen Model Show. Mailbag: This week Spin asks: what's your greatest, or fondest, wargaming moment or memory? Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
Stef gives the full debrief on his experience at the Iron Skull painting competition — what he entered, how it went, and whether he came home with anything to show for it. Plus the Hobby Guys catch up on current projects and what's coming up on the event calendar. Elsewhere: Stef brings back a fan favourite with the return of the Paint Pot Challenge quiz, and Will is very excited about the new Ogors — possibly too excited. What we've been watching: Olden Demon tries out Hexadome Tactics — Infinity's latest, a small model count competitive wargame with a video game tie-in. Interesting watch if you've ever been curious about stepping outside the GW bubble. Little Plastic People breaks down how to paint better metallics — the number of colours he works into them is genuinely impressive, and it's made us both want to revisit our metallics immediately. Mailbag: This week Jack poses the question that will haunt you: would you rather cover all your food for the rest of your life with Nuln Oil, or Agrax Earthshade? Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
It's a big one this week. The Hobby Guys give their full reaction to the Warhammer Summer Previews — what's got them excited, what's left them cold, and what they're actually planning to buy. Plus, it's the grand final of the Tabletop Gaming World Cup mega quiz: Warhammer 40k vs Warcry. One of them walks away as champion. Elsewhere: Stef's been reworking his Lord of Blights ahead of upcoming competitions, and Will's gone full nostalgia mode revisiting some classic Combat Cards. What we've been watching: Night Shift tackles his first ever aircraft model — a genuinely impressive build, especially for a first attempt. Well worth your time. Medders Miniatures walks through weathering a tank — always satisfying to watch a good tank weathering breakdown, and this one has some solid techniques to steal. Mailbag: This week Pete asks: if you could play a game with anyone in history, who would it be, why, and what faction would you expect them to bring? Got a question for the mailbag? Send it our way on our socials! Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
This week the Hobby Guys recap a packed weekend at two events: Tonka's Horus Heresy Doubles narrative event, and Warhammer World's Warcry event. Plus, it's the semi finals of the Tabletop Gaming World Cup mega quiz — who makes it through to the final? Elsewhere: Stef has a bits box disaster on his hands but comes out the other side with renewed plans for his Solar Auxilia, and Will is rethinking his airbrush setup after putting his Dark Angels back in the cupboard. What we've been watching: Ninjon covers two wonderfully over-the-top hobby products — fair warning, you'll probably end up wanting one too. Jonny builds an incredible DnD table from scratch — a little cheesy in places, but a genuinely impressive build and result. Mailbag: This week's YouTuber f***/marry/kill, courtesy of Nick: Will: Olden Demon, Squidmar, Boxman Builds Stef: Richard Gray, Ninjon, Cult of Paint Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this week's episode the Hobby Guys play the quarter finals Tabletop Gaming World Cup mega quiz - who will make it to the semi finals? Elsewhere, Will reveals his selected project from last episode's options, and Stef's having a hobby sort out What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/9qmZvgW9igo?si=miQI3UvW0mdWOPGj - The Hobby Grotto quick slapchoppy thousand sons method…for no particular reason. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDQhrBSdJp8 - Zumikito goes through all the kits he used to make his Golden Demon entry and it’s nuts. Mailbag Tell me about 3 games: 1 - the one that you miss 2 - the one you spent too much on and never played 3 - the one people like but you just don’t get from friend of the show Joe Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this week's episode Will has a choice to make. 3 suggestions from Phosphex Party's Ross and Spin, and one from Stef - which one will he choose? Elsewhere, Stef talks about his experience at this year's MPO, and Will has devised Warhammer Dating... What we've been watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZESb4_8vhw&list=WL&index=8&t=4s - Wibb of Snipe & Wibb reimagines the ‘Mk1 Thunderhawk’ https://youtu.be/513ZIueH6_A?si=BakCqWQFQyy4zuxp - Painting eyes from the master himself Roman Lappat Mailbag F***, Marry, Murder - Schnitzel edition - Pork, Veal, Chicken - Anvils Jack Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this week's episode Stef talks about the recent Midweek Warcry event at Warhammer World (yes, another one!) - is Warcry actually dead? Elsewhere, the podcast has been infected with plague, Will's got some more juicy hobby drama, and Hobby Pointless returns in this episode's quiz! What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/f6MZMZag_IA?si=BzmTGOArZUCbVF26 - Olden Demon - "Warhammer" brand simplification https://youtu.be/4mMUVjDpCF0?si=u0HeLk5Cy9bU-gUr - Chewie Painting - 6,000 points of Blood Angels painting journey Mailbag If you had to fight a fantasy creature what would it be? - Eric Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this week's episode Stef talks about the recent Midweek Horus Heresy event at Warhammer World along with what he got up to in Amsterdam, and Will talks about his plans for the upcoming Tonka Doubles event. Elsewhere, lots of hobby has been done for a change and AI has taken over the hobby quiz - oh no!... What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/Rf2FVCVj2ak?si=TX8yu9q2ogIPTt_E - Olden Demon on Legions Imperialis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVzAK3K8L6M - Metal AF Minis - Wild GD Journey involving steel 3D printing he didn’t use… This week's Mailbag (send us your questions on our socials!): How do you make time for hobby and gaming? - Pete Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this week's episode Stef gives his good, bad and ugly of Salute 2026 this weekend. Elsewhere, Will has finally done some hobby! There's a new BFG port for the Horus Heresy, and Stef tests Will's knowledge in the 40k Pint Price Index challenge. What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/N8kwOedKYKw?si=r1nTqUUBEZqaGFjN - Olden Demon provides a review of Warhammer Quest: Darkwater - it’s literally unplayable Warhammer TV interviews of Golden Demon entrants - unable to link as it's behind Warhammer+ paywall. This week's Mailbag (send us your questions on our socials!): What paint tastes best? - Ross Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode the guys pick out some amazing entries for Golden Demon posted on Instagram that might win awards - as the episode was recorded before the awards ceremony! Here's their picks: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZchqWjCDk/ - Borjammer Miniatures https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZPTlbiu-Y/ - David Arroba https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZPMhZFEz0/ - Zabaart_ https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZGe-tkcxY/ - Thibaut Rahm https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZvbxPDPwF/ - Taro https://www.instagram.com/p/DWMMYSIDCLA/ - cryocheese https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZwJ_SCtyF/ - kph_minis Elsewhere, Stef's been doing some converting! They discuss the recent Adepticon reveals, AOS Rumours and more! What we've been watching: GRG Miniatures quick quality faces https://youtu.be/i3GqmpIJULM?si=jJFLISk_vY0JjXan - Airbrush https://youtu.be/28SxKyKc884?si=Wxnqe0m7CGMlygpZ - No airbrush https://youtu.be/UMLZ_F5EEFg?si=IRQsOwBnAKefpHxN - Squiddly Bits Cast Shadows This week's Mailbag (send us your questions on our socials!): What was the pivotal moment that made you say "fuck yeah this is for me" - Pete Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef gets Will to blind rank various things from the Horus Heresy universe. Elsewhere, the usual hobby antics (or lack of!), Warhammer Community has posted converted miniatures and a miniature painting TV show is in the works?.. What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/TICfIQaDCQ0?si=8mOIkQhM62JHjVUp - Midwinter minis painting and selling an army to work out an hourly rate https://youtu.be/RCM6wcYp_P0 - Brush and Banner - Paint thinning bible This week's Mailbag (send us your questions on our socials!): How anthropomorphised does an animal need to be before you can’t show its genitals before the watershed? - Allahn Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef and Will talk the essential tools they use every time they paint, build and play. Also, Stef's been on a boat, Will's been digging deeper into Trench Crusade drama and they play a quiz with the help of the boys from the Phosphex Party podcast! What we've been watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4t9tJSYloo - Janovich second video on Trench Crusade Issues https://youtu.be/p_CD2nJDMbU?si=JCXeqVCtlU1e5Z9X - Tabletop Minions - How Adepticon’s terrain is made and painted This week's Mailbag (send us your questions on our socials!): How often do you actually clean your brushes with brush soap? I should more but I can't be arsed - Nick Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef and Will discuss what makes and good (and equally bad) scenario for wargames, both for narrative play and competitive play. Also, Stef's been doing a lot more hobby, they have a round of "Yourhammer or Warhammer" and somehow both are shocked by Games Workshop's prices yet again... What we've been watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkSjssP26_g - Olden Demon talks about made to order https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5V9_lTwzGk - Wellywood Wargaming Zone Mortalis tiles Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef gives tells us about his experience at the recent Horus Heresy Throne of Skulls Doubles event at Warhammer World - everything that was good and also bad. Elsewhere, what's Will hobbying now Huron is finished? What's Stef hobbying now the Solar are finished? And to celebrate 2 years podcasting Will's put together another MEGA QUIZ! What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/ST-NgsYyXiw?si=X8mLeS4A9SW0_RHE - Cult of Crafting urban walls https://youtu.be/KJVoadzOK4A?si=NWzO8JNk9zilesad - Oli's Battle Barn super easy bases https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3urnYR070g - Chewie Painting - Kill Team Sisters of Battle in the style of Sin City Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef and Will discuss what has changed in the Warhammer hobby since they were kids - both the good and the bad! Elsewhere, Stef is running out of time to finish the Solar for Throne of Skulls, and Will has finally finished Huron! What we've been watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUqqNH1jgfY - Janovich - Trench Crusade Drama https://youtu.be/5_STpuCQpck?si=6HGd-IFrA11yjYmc - CM Miniature Art - Taking a miniature from 'entry' level to 'competition' level Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef and Will look back on 2025 and pick their miniature of the year, video of the year and the biggest thing they've learned. Plus, looking forward to 2026 and their hobby goals. Elsewhere, Stef has a secret brewing and Will brings back some classic quiz rounds to frustrate Stef... Also, we're starting a mailbox section so send us your hobby (or non-hobby!) questions to our socials below! We'll pick our favourite each week to answer. What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/rtnG5ag3Xiw - Harder & Steenbeck - Thinning for the Airbrush https://youtu.be/PNbf6Gy0KUk - Zumikito - Army Building Lessons Learned Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
In this episode Stef and Will look back on the recent Greetings From The Warp Horus Heresy Doubles event and give their Good, Bad and Ugly from the weekend. Also, Will is in a hobby pickle, Stef brings back a classic Hobby Time quiz, and how is Stef's Solar project going?... What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/D03hpFUmn-M?si=p1E3WTZTNYBlTVvb - Nightshift returns with the Blyatmobile https://youtu.be/U6z1t-i_tqk?si=S-tlbGxr4BX0DnBF - Offbeat builds - space marine nomad kitbash Send your questions for the mailbox to the socials below: https://www.instagram.com/hobbytime_podcast https://www.instagram.com/stef_paints https://www.instagram.com/will_converts
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