Late of the Rings
A podcast is never late, nor is it early, it arrives precisely when it means to. A new podcast for an old game: Lord of the Rings The Card Game (LCG). A lighthearted yet informative exploration of the game we adore. Featuring discussion on cards & quests, our various adventures in and out of Middle-earth, as well as offering advice for new players and veterans alike.
Episodes
29 episodes
What news from the Mark?
In this special bonus episode we pay our respects to the late Bernard Hill.Plus we discuss all the latest news of Middle-earth returning to our screens, and the conclusion of the re-released LCG.
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56:19
Episode 27: Escape from Dumbledore
Late is the hour in which John & Em choose to appear.Our attention turns back to Player Cards as we discuss the Lore sphere from the Dwarrowdelf cycle.Plus, Em returns from a foreign excursion, whilst John tempts fate in the...
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Episode 27
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2:11:22
Episode 26: Sad Trombone
Well... We're back.Returning to our play-through of the Dwarrowdelf cycle we find ourselves at the Doors of Durin facing the infamous Watcher in the Water.Plus, Em's weather advice falls on deaf ears once again and John unboxes ...
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Episode 26
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2:01:07
Episode 25: Denethor in Law
Our focus returns to Player Cards as we discuss the Leadership sphere from the Dwarrowdelf cycle.Also John & Em give their opinions on some TV shows, old & new (no spoilers).And it's the return of Lady Galadriel's Beef.<...
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Episode 25
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2:01:49
Episode 24: Martin Warg
Our Dwarrowdelf adventure continues as Celeborn's "bidding" leads us along the Road to Rivendell.Plus, John has some further gripes regarding the weather and Em contemplates the true origins of the internet. CONTAINS SPOILERS...
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Episode 24
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1:58:48
Episode 23: Chimp Blocker
Three months to the day… we found ourselves looking upon a familiar sight. Awoken from our winter slumber we prepare for battle as we explore the Tactics Player Cards from the Dwarrowdelf cycle.Plus, we discuss the ne...
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Episode 23
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1:48:47
Episode 22: Pineapple Push
Having escaped from beneath the mountain we try our luck at going over it in the first quest from the Dwarrowdelf cycle, The Redhorn Gate.Plus, John's dwarvish language education continues as Em provides an epic rant on one of the world...
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Episode 22
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2:24:10
Episode 21: There’s no such thing as free good meal
Our exploration of the Dwarrowdelf Player Cards begins, as we discuss all the Heroes and Neutral cards from the second cycle. Join us as Em reveals some of his favourite cards to date and, for the first time, we discover a card wi...
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Episode 21
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1:49:30
Episode 20: The Great Indoors
After what seems like an eternity lost in the mines we finally make our Flight from Moria. Join us in our search for an exit in the third & final quest from the Khazad-dûm expansion. Plus, we discuss the newly announced revise...
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Episode 20
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2:03:05
Episode 19: Ancient Itifacts
We continue our adventures in Khazad-dûm as our quest leads us to the Seventh Level of Moria. Plus John starts a book club and Em continues his cassette tape revival. CONTAINS SPOILERS for The Seventh Level.
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Episode 19
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1:31:15
Episode 18: Get Orcanised
In this bumper anniversary episode we take our first steps through the long dark of Moria, as we head Into the Pit. Plus, Em recalls some 80's classics and John has a revelation. CONTAINS SPOILERS for Into the Pit.
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Episode 18
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2:19:39
Episode 17: The Chaos of Expanding Takeaways
Beards and battle cries to the ready as we discuss the Player Cards from the first deluxe expansion - Khazad-dûm.Em reveals the extent of his sheltered past from pop culture and John slowly but surely becomes full Dwarf.Plus the...
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Episode 17
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1:49:53
Episode 16: It
As our play-through of the first cycle draws to a close we head back to where it all began. But with Gollum in tow the return journey is all the more dangerous. Plus, against Em's better judgement John reopens Pandora's Box. ...
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Episode 16
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1:44:04
Episode 15: Johnny Cache
We delve into the dealings of the Dúnedain as we conclude our exploration of The Shadows of Mirkwood Player Cards with the Leadership sphere. Em forms a connection with his old school alumni, whilst John considers the history...
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Episode 15
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1:39:08
Episode 14: The Beginning of the End Phase
Don't follow the lights! Our quest reaches the treacherous Dead Marshes as the pursuit of the creature Gollum continues. The endless dank wetlands prove strangely homely as Em stares into the void and John attempts to rectify...
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Episode 14
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1:47:14
Episode 13: The Cheese of Brie
We find out if knowledge really is power, as our look at the Shadows of Mirkwood Player Cards continues with the Lore sphere. John recounts some "Unfinished Tales" from his first Lord of the Rings webinar and Em has clearly lost his min...
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Episode 13
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1:38:41
Episode 12: Variable Quantities of Solace
Hiking boots and waterproofs to the ready, we’re heading to the hills as our adventure through the Shadows of Mirkwood cycle continues. Plus, Em tries to run off an old injury and John takes up drinking for health reasons.
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Episode 12
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1:47:21
Episode 11: I am Norah Stranger
Saddle up and ride with us to Rohan as we turn our attention to the Spirit sphere in our continuing exploration of the Shadows of Mirkwood Player Cards. Plus, Em rediscovers his love of old animation and John fears that a disruption in ...
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Episode 11
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1:35:26
Episode 10: Black Forest Bateaux
After a shortcut to mushrooms, our play-through of the first cycle continues with A Journey to Rhosgobel. We hunt for weeds & heal old wounds and Em's inadvertent cheating gets out of hand. CONTAINS SPOILERS for A Journ...
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Episode 10
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1:41:14
Episode 9: The Seagulls are Coming!
Fly you fools! Eagles are everywhere as our exploration of the Shadows of Mirkwood Player Cards continues with the Tactics sphere. Em reveals he may have inadvertently stolen his dad's first edition of The Hobbit. And John has a...
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Episode 9
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1:25:17
Episode 8: A Pint of Honey
Trolls, beekeeping peacekeepers and getting the sack! We discuss our adventures from the Shadows of Mirkwood second AP - Conflict at the Carrock. CONTAINS SPOILERS for Conflict at the Carrock. twitter:
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Episode 8
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1:18:59
Episode 7: Radagast on Ice
We begin our exploration of the Shadows of Mirkwood Player Cards, starting with the Heroes and Neutral cards. And we accidentally wander off the beaten path into a deeper discussion of the Lord of the Rings characters, books and films. ...
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Episode 7
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1:19:12