Arachne: An Infinity Game Podcast

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Dylan Dyer and friends brings on players and creators from the community behind The Infinity Miniatures Game. He dives into new releases, product, tactics strategy and more with a focus on both the casual and competitive angles.

Netwatch Episode 7: Who is the One True Alex?
#60
Today at 1:00 PM

Hey Chooms! The boys (Dr. D and MIke) are back and they have invited their new friend Alex from Jacksonville. They talk about what they love about Cyberpunk and how Alex uses his community to switch it up! This is a good episode for anyone who is looking to spice their own game communities up! Of course, they also tell some terrible jokes along the way!


Episode 43: Mike and Keith Infinity Catchup, We Are Back Baby!
#59
Last Tuesday at 1:00 PM

The boys (Mike and Keef) talk about the state of Infinity after a few snip and fix ups. They tell some terrible jokes and Dr.D put in some little post editing comments. Come on in and get back into the Infinity love!


Raise the Black Episode 3: Kara's NOVA Plan
#58
06/02/2025

Ahoy Mateys! Dr.D and his first mate Kara talk about what her plans are for the upcoming NOVA event in August. We discuss thoughts on list building and talk about the process of how to improve your list. Its a fun conversation and of course we tell some jokes along the way.


Netwatch Episode 6: Talking Gen Red with Josh
#57
05/19/2025

The boys (Dr.D, Mike, and Josh) talk about Generation Red for Cyberpunk Combat Zone. They talk cards, some strategy, and practical experience with the tiny tykes of the Cyberpunk universe. They also tell some terrible jokes along the way!


Raise the Black Episode 2: Summer of Plunder with Blood and Pigment!
#56
05/06/2025

Ahoy mateys! Dr. D be talkin with Jason and Joseph from Blood and Pigment about their world wide campaign Summer of Plunder. It is an amazing global campaign that has players fighting over a map, talking to people from all over the world, and creating friendships that really help bring the community together. Of course the pile of booty that they give out every year is pretty neat too! Come on in and give it a listen for ideas for your own events and campaigns.


Netwatch Episode 5: Audrey from Monster Fight Club
#55
05/05/2025

The boys (Dr.D and Mike) talk to Audrey from MFC and what it is like to work for the company that makes Cyberpunk Combat Zone. We get a little T and talk about the industry and how people move from place to place. It is an interesting view under the hood and we hope you find it as interesting as we did. We also tell some bad jokes along the way so you have that to look forward to.


Raise the Black Episode 1: Plundering with Firelock's Mike
#54
04/29/2025

Ahoy and Avast ye landlubbers! It be Dr.D and Mike from Firelock Games talking about their main game Blood & Plunder along with a little bit of information about their other games going on over there. We be talking about the general idea of the game and the factions inside of it. It might be what you call informative! So come and give it a listen!


Episode 42: Adepticon 2025 Recap
#53
04/06/2025

The boys (Dr.D, Mike, and Wilmar) talk about their experiences at Adepticon 2025. The highs, the other highs, and the good time that they all had. They talk about the different games and merchandise they grabbed while there and of course, make some terrible jokes along the way.


Episode 41: Podcast Updates and New ISS Sculpts
#52
03/17/2025

The boys (Dr.D and Mike) get together to discuss what has been going on with the channel and to clear up some questions that people were asking. The podcast will live on! They then go into discussing the new ISS sculpts while telling pretty bad jokes along the way. Come and join us will you?


Netwatch Episode 4: List Refining and Zoners
#51
03/12/2025

The boys (Dr.D, Mike, and their guest Mack) talk about their battle report in a narrative way. Please give us feedback on this and we may do more of it. They then talk about what they thought about the lists and how Mike may change his zoner list. They, of course, tell some terrible jokes along the way.


Netwatch Episode 3: Adepticon Lists
#50
03/10/2025

The boys are at it again. Dr.D, Mike, and Ernesto talk about the upcoming event known as Adepticon. They talk about their lists and speculate on how they will change them and work with them until the fated day to play them at the event. And of course, they make some terrible jokes along the way.


Episode 40: Mythic America with Father Time
#49
02/24/2025

We have a very special guest. We have Father Time from Mythicos to talk about their amazing game called Mythic Earth (Americas). They have a great time talking history and going over the entire game. The setting is fascinating and the Arachne family has a deep love for this kind of narrative story telling and model gaming. So we recommend you give it a listen and of course enjoy the terrible jokes along the way.

Website: https://www.mythicamericas.com/




Episode 39: Everwinter Recap with Derek and Erin!
#48
01/27/2025

The boys (Dr.D, Mike, Derek) and the lady (Erin) get to talking about the recap for Everwinter 2025. They talk about their experiences as organizers, how this event went from their perspective, and some surprise news on their part. The other two idiots then talk about how they did in the event from a participant standpoint. They of course have some laughs along the way. Come on in and join us!


Netwatch Episode 2: Game Overview
#47
01/13/2025

The boys, Dr. D and Baby Face Mike, talk about the general rules of Cyberpunk Combat Zone. We talk about the general rules of the game and do a short overview of the gangs currently in the game. Give it a listen and tell us what you think!


Netwatch Ep 1: Wild Things
#46
12/25/2024

Welcome to the new segment of Netwatch. The Arachne cast love Cyberpunk: Combat Zone so they decided to start covering it. We asked Mack on, who works for Monster Fight Club, to talk about the newest release from Night City. We go over the cards, what we think of them, and some combos that could help you out in your future games. We of course say stupid things and make bad jokes along the way.


Episode Episode 38: Slow Growin with Mike
#45
12/09/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Mike) talk about doing slow grow leagues at your local stores. With the coming new edition right around the corner, it is a perfect time to get people at the store and playing with new armies so that everyone can learn at the same pace. Its also just a great way to get people involved in the hobby! We of course tell some bad jokes along the way.


Episode 37: Talking JSA with Frank
#44
11/11/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Frank) pull out the classic JSA sectorial and talk their favorite profiles and tactics. We are aware that the new edition is right around the corner so we will further expand on this topic later, but we wanted to hang out and talk about it while making some really bad jokes. We hope you enjoy!


Episode 2: Bad Dreams
#43
10/29/2024

The boys continue their adventure of dealing with the strangeness of Malifaux. Lets see what they manage to get up to this time.


Episode 36: Talking Starmada with Jordan from Wip12
#42
10/15/2024

The boys, Dr. D and Jordan from the WIP12 podcast get together to talk about Starmada. They are both huge fans of the O12 faction and had all kinds of things to say about the lore and profiles for this beloved faction. They even tell some terrible jokes along the way! Make sure you check WIP12 after this episode. If you have not heard of them by this point, where have you been?

https://open.spotify.com/show/5gLtLFKS3i6DxP1Wx9OqvV



Little House, Big City Episode 1: Malifaux RPG
#41
09/23/2024

The new series for Through the Breach with the Big Deicht Enterprises sub-division. It was decided to release it under Arachne due to the fact that Dr.D is in it and has taken over editing for it. The boys get to some mischief on their way through the breach and find themselves in a very dangerous situation.


Episode 35: Why Lore is Important with Jeff From Defective Dice
#40
09/16/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Jeff) talk about Malifaux and Infinity and why the lore of these games is important to their survival. Not only does lore entertain the masses, but it also helps create the rules that we use to play the game. They also tell some terrible jokes along the way which I am told is on brand.


Calamity Jack Episode 3: He said, He Said
#39
09/08/2024

The 3rd installment of Calamity Jack is upon us. Jack has to go through a testimony of some trouble that he found himself in and some insidious forces have made themselves apparent. Who knows what the lovable idiot will get into next time.


Episode 34: Talking Highlanders with Mike
#38
09/02/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Mike) get to talking about the Highlanders sectorial for Ariadna. They make some bad jokes along the way and talk about why its ok to be a big werewolf in space. Tune in for some laughs. Added bonus music at the end made by a fan of the show.


Episode 33: Talking about Community Building with Optimus Warcrime
#37
08/19/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Mike) talk about starting a new community and go over some ideas that you can use to get one started in your area. They do some nerd origin stories and tell bad jokes along the way. Just some good ol classic Arachne fun!


Episode 32: Mark Barber Interview
#36
07/22/2024

Dr. D gets the opportunity to speak to author of the first Infinity novel, Mark Barber. This is a great follow up to episode 30 when they reviewed his book and called him out for an interview. They talk nerd origin story and what it takes to write a book. They also make some terrible jokes along the way. Such is the way of Arachne!


Episode 31: Discussing Bushido with Greg
#35
07/08/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Greg) talk about Bushido at the request of a listener. They go over the good, the bad, and the ugly. Of course they tell some terrible jokes the whole time. Come on in and give it a listen if you are at all curious about this other skirmish miniature game.


Episode 30: Downfall: An Infinity Novel Review
#34
06/24/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Ernesto) talk about the very first novel that came out for the Infinity universe. They talk about what they think about it before spoilers and then really lay in it afterwards with spoilers. We recommend if you are interested in this book you give it a read before you listen to this full episode.


Calamity Jack Episode 2: Interesting People
#33
06/17/2024

The second episode of the ever-loved and always truthful Calamity Jack as he makes his way around the galaxy. Come on in and see what ol' Jack is getting into this time.


Episode 29: Talking Cyberpunk Combat Zone with Mack
#32
06/10/2024

The boys, Dr.D and Mack, talk about a newer wargame called Cyberpunk: Combat zone based on the very popular RPG system. We talk about Mack's nerd story and get into how he got involved with this game and its continuing development. Of course, we tell some terrible jokes along the way and get distracted from the topic at hand!


Episode 28: Talking Warcrow with Hoopoe!
#31
05/27/2024

The host managed to use all of his goodwill in life to get an audience with the amazing Hoopoe! She is the ambassador for Warcrow from Corvus Belli and goes into detail about the universe, the game's factions, and how the company ticks. We also hear about her heist to touch Koni's face. It is an incredible interview and we are very thankful that she came on to talk to Dr.D.


Episode 27: Talking Res Ops with Devin
#30
05/13/2024

The boys, (Dr.D and Devin from Metachemistry) talk about the new game format Resilience Ops. What they think about it and going over the cards that make the game what it is. Generally speaking it is all positive. Of course they talk about dumb stuff and make silly jokes too. Which is sort of our trademark at this point.


Episode 26: Talking Narrative Gaming With Tim
#29
04/29/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Timmy) talk about Tim and his nerd story. They go into what is narrative gaming and what you can do to improve your concept of it. They also tell some terrible jokes along the way and generally make a passionate plea for people to play games for fun and stop being so cutthroat all of the time.


Calamity Jack 1: Introductions
#28
04/19/2024

Welcome to the new audio drama produced by the members of Arachne. Pretty much just Dr.D and Kara right now. We hope you enjoy!


Episode 25: Adepticon 2024 in Review
#27
04/16/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Ernie G) talked about their adventures at Adepticon 2024. They tell stories about all the antics they got up to and how Dr.D was a homeless person. Obviously, they tell some jokes along the way.


Episode 1: New Management: Introducing Aahhh! Scorpions
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04/01/2024

Due to a change in management due to chronic gambling issues, Dr.D had to let go of the show and give it to the notorious BIG Keef. He has decided to rebrand the podcast as Aahhhh Scorpions. They mock the previous owner of the show, Dr.D, due to him being a ninny. Then they cover the actual keys to improving your gaming skills.


Episode 24: Neoterran Deez Lore
#25
03/18/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Brady T) talk about Neoterra lore and some of the classic profiles associated with the faction. They have a grand ol time and slowly lose their minds as they read all of the published lore that is available for this single planet. Of course they tell some jokes along the way!


Episode 23: Blindspot Interview and The Hexadome Aristeia Showdown
#24
03/05/2024

Dr.D has the privilege to interview the company, Blindspot, about their new Infinity video game The Hexadrome Aristeia Showdown that just recently finished their first alpha test. We talk about the company, the game, and some of their potential future projects! Its a great talk and reveals some of the workings of how video games explore their ideas and create video games. Come on in and enjoy the laughs!


Bonus Episode: Talking The Old World With Taylor from Beards, Ears, and Skulls
#24
02/19/2024

We have decided to throw in another bonus episode since the previous episode was slightly shorter than usual. Same great content and it doesn't even push back any of your regular infinity content. Dr.D talks to Tactical Taylor from the network who has just started his own podcast for The Old World called Beards, Ears, and Skulls. Dr. D is a fanatic for Warhammer Fantasy and decided he would spread the news of the new (old) world with Taylor.


Episode 22: Reinforcement Updates
#23
02/14/2024

The boys (Dr.D and Brady T) talk about the new updates for the reinforcement game mode. We talk about where he profiles went and what we thought about how it came out. And of course terrible jokes to keep it all together. Come and joins us for the ride.


Episode 21: Lobos Interview
#22
02/05/2024

The boys (Dr.D and guest Lobo) start talking who the man behind the mask is that is Lobo. We go over his nerd origin story and some of the thoughts that go into his famous list building and game play style. Lobo is one of the best Infinity players in the world and promises to say something that could improve your own game. Come and give it a listen Arachnids!