🏰 Betrayal, bloodlines, and brutal strategy. If you’re a Warhammer fan who thrives on tactical campaigns, grim political maneuvering, and brutal faction warfare… Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on Steam might be your next obsession.

In this episode of Readers That Wargame, we dive deep into why Kingsroad is more than just a Game of Thrones reskin—it’s a grimdark chessboard of power, perfect for fans of:

⚔️ Crusader Kings-style betrayal 🧠 Total War-style territory conquest 🔮 Warhammer 40K-style faction loyalty and grim decisions

💀 No heroes. Just survival.

🎮 Get the breakdown on gameplay, lore, and how Kingsroad captures everything we love about strategic wargaming—just with more cloaks and backstabbing.

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00:12 Game Intro Clip

3:05 Initial Thoughts

5:58 Gameplay Preview

7:49 Character Creation

11:17 Why play this game

12:34 Final Thoughts

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"FOR DORN. FOR THE EMPEROR. FOR THE CRUSADE." Welcome to Readers That Wargame – in this video, we guide you step-by-step on how to build a lore-accurate Black Templars army for Warhammer 40k.

Whether you're a narrative crusader or a tabletop tactician, we’ll show you how to make your army faithful to the lore, devastating in melee, and dripping with zealotry.

🔴 IN THIS VIDEO: ⚔️ 3:10 The origins and beliefs of the Black Templars 🛡️ 7:51 How to build your force like a true Crusade Fleet 💰 12:36 What it costs to build a thematic 1,000–2,000pt army 🎨 15:10 Painting tips to make your Templars look grim and glorious 🧠 17:04Tactics that match their lore—and win battles

👉 No psykers. No cowards. No forgiveness.

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Army List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UbF5mnkzGtN9fdG4Mi2zClKqMdzhUb5w/view?usp=sharing

Cost List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qti0VD50uj2gEPdV4UbBXMbyngix_AyusJOOMGdj35E/edit?usp=sharing

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Grim alternate history? Check. Global warfare? Absolutely. Diesel-powered empires? Let’s go.

In this episode of Readers That Wargame, we dive into Kaiserpunk—a gritty new grand strategy game on Steam that’s tailor-made for Warhammer 40K fans.

If you love:

Commanding vast armies like the Astra Militarum

Lore-rich factions locked in endless conflict

Building (or crushing) empires in a war-torn world

The kind of storytelling that feels straight out of the grimdark future…

Then Kaiserpunk might be your next obsession.

🎮 Find out why this game hits all the right notes for fans of 40K, Hearts of Iron, and Victoria 3.

🔗 Check it out on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2012190/KAISERPUNK/

📌 Subscribe for more lore-driven game recommendations and strategy deep dives.

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Is Rogal Dorn Truly Dead… or Has He Become the Ultimate Weapon? 🛡️ The fate of the Primarch of the Imperial Fists remains one of Warhammer 40K’s greatest mysteries—and two legendary creators have weighed in. In this video, we dive deep into the heated lore debate sparked by @Luetin09 “ROGAL DORN – DEAD OR ALIVE?” and the bold response from @ChapterMasterValrak titled “LUETIN09 Has Turned TRAITOR!”

But we’re not just summarizing—we’re bringing our own heretical theory to the battlefield. What if Rogal Dorn is dead… but his body was repurposed into a sacred weapon by the Black Templars, eternally guarding the Imperium through his remains?

Join us as we explore:

• 01:49 Summary of Luetin09’s video

• 13:53 Summary of ChapterMasterValrak’s video

• 18:10 A radical new theory tying Dorn’s fate to the Black Templars’ holy crusade

💬 Tell us YOUR theory in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for more lore debates, theorycrafting, and 40K faction deep dives!

Hydra Dominatus! 🐍 In this deep-dive video, we unravel the secrets of the Alpha Legion — Warhammer 40k’s most cunning and deceptive Chaos Space Marines.

Learn how to build a lore-accurate Alpha Legion army that captures their shadowy tactics, covert operatives, and signature infiltrator style. We cover everything: ✅ Essential lore from Alpharius & Omegon 01:32 ✅ The best units and army builds for tabletop play 04:08

✅ Cost of building the army 13:08 ✅ Painting tips to get that shimmering blue-green armor 18:44 ✅ Tactics to outwit and outmaneuver your opponents 23:13

Army List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zajIQqUli6xJiyDOIbQbhiL2RC4way60/view?usp=sharing

Cost List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lnKK-eop6w8McBJ11b_BbuPdeLm5904V2RcZ_2wJhyc/edit?usp=sharing

If you’re a fan of stealth, sabotage, and long-game strategies, this is YOUR legion. Remember: you are Alpharius.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your own Alpha Legion builds in the comments!

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If you're a Warhammer 40k fan craving brutal battles, deep lore, and tactical mech warfare — Frontiers Reach is calling your name! 🚀In this video, we dive into why Frontiers Reach is the perfect game for Warhammer fans. From its grimdark universe and retro sci-fi aesthetic to intense mission-based combat and mech customization, this indie gem captures everything we love about 40k — and more.🔹 Gritty Sci-Fi Universe 🔹 Tactical, High-Stakes Combat 🔹 Deep Customization for True Hobbyists 🔹 Aesthetic Straight Out of Rogue Trader DreamsWhether you love Astra Militarum, Adeptus Mechanicus, or Titan battles, Frontiers Reach has something for every Warhammer commander. ⚔️🔥 Suit up, pilot — it’s time to conquer the frontier!👇 Drop a comment if you've played it or if you have other Warhammer-adjacent games we should explore!2:27 Lore Overview7:43 Factions Overview10:26 The Frontier Republic12:58 The Sol Confederacy15:52 Upcoming News#FrontiersReach #Warhammer40k #IndieGames #MechWarfare #GrimdarkSciFi #TacticalGaming #GamersUnite #keymailer

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Set sail, commanders! 🚢⚔️

In this video, we break down Pirate Patrol, the upcoming tactical pirate warfare game launching on Steam May 30th — and why every Warhammer and wargaming fan should have this on their radar.

From deep ship customization to tactical naval combat, Pirate Patrol offers the same strategic thrills you love from Warhammer 40k and Age of Sigmar — but with a swashbuckling, high-seas twist.

✅ 05:46 We cover the lore, gameplay mechanics, crew-building, and why this game will scratch that Warhammer general itch. ✅ 11:22 Find out how Pirate Patrol rewards tactical thinking, faction loyalty, and upgrade mastery — just like your favorite tabletop battles.

👉 Don’t miss this! Hit subscribe and wishlist Pirate Patrol on Steam so you’re ready for launch day!

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What if Top Gun collided with the grim darkness of the far future?

In this video, we dive into two of Dan Abnett’s most underrated Warhammer 40k novels — Double Eagle and Interceptor City. These books take us away from Space Marines and into the cockpit of the Phantine Air Corps, delivering adrenaline-fueled dogfights, elite pilot drama, and sky-high stakes during the Sabbat Worlds Crusade.

We’ll break down both books, compare them, and explain why they’re the closest thing to a Warhammer 40k fighter pilot epic you’ll ever read. Whether you're a fan of military sci-fi, aerial combat, or just love Dan Abnett's storytelling, this review is for you.

📚 Books Covered:

• 2:23 Double Eagle

• 5:48 Interceptor City

• 8:51 Top Gun in Space?

1:30 Sponsor Link: https://www.tylertarter.com

🚀 Strap in, hit afterburners, and join us in the skies of the Imperium!

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