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Episode 335: Vasl-ing Gems

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2024/01/17

Welcome to part two of our time with Doug Rimmer looking at how you can create your own counters and maps in VASL! Make your own 9-1-9 Engineer! Just like last show, you might want to watch on YouTube, but if you are a good listener the podcast may work fine. After that we have an after action report on Scenario FB1: Uncles and Pups from Multi-Man Productions game Festung Budapest. SHOW TIMES 0:02 Banter and Contest Draw 8:40 After Action Report 17:45 Doug Rimmer and VASL Tips 48:09 Total

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Episode 334: Here We Go a VASLING

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2024/01/01

Happy Holidays All! Jump into the Broadcast for a look with Doug Rimmer at the newest and coolest things that can be found in VASL! Watching on Youtube may be your best way of ingesting this content but if you are a good listener the podcast may work fine. We are wishing you all a Happy 2024!The 2 Half Squads is brought to you by our sponsors Bounding Fire Productions and our wonderful Patreon and Paypal sponsors. SHOW TIMES 0:02 Hello Rally 4:00 Doug Rimmer 47:00 Total Running Time SHOW

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Episode 333: Tarawa for Christmas

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/12/20

Happy Holidays All! Jump into the Broadcast Foxhole with us and learn about Gun Duels during our Rules segment. Box Art Review makes it's return with a look at Ken Smith's fantastic art for the Sainte-Mere-Eglise game from Multi-Man Publishing. What better way to enjoy the holidays than having a listen and sipping some warm cider. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanakkuh, Happy Kwanza and Happy New Year! The 2 Half Squads is brought to you by our sponsors Bounding Fire Productions and our

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Episode 332: Orsogna Knights

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/12/03

Join us as we take a shot at the firing modifiers from Chapter C Rule 6; Target-Based to Hit Determination DRM. Hard to believe that we haven't covered those in the previous 331 shows. The Knights of the Podcast Table song was written by Dennis Donovan of course. He is indefatigable. If you want to get an early Christmas gift copy of Dzerhezinsky Tractor Works from Critical Hit, find the contest announcement in this show. It's great! Knights of the ASL Table lyrics We’re the Knights of the ASL

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Episode 331: Ring of Tinnitus

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/11/16

We are so glad that all of the Halloween "Spooktackular" advertisements stuff is over! Please enjoy the opening song repeated from episode 65. There are some interesting and entertaining letters. Our AFV segment takes a look at the M3 and M3A1. Lastly, Jeff and Dave take a look at a playing of Operation Neptune's ON-6. SHOW TIMES 00:01 The Ring of Fire with Lyrics by Dennis Donovan; Performed by J. Cash (originally appeared in Episode 65) 3:10 Small Talk 14:10 Contest Winner Announced 15:45

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Episode 330: Spooktacular Spectacle

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/11/02

It's a Halloween Special that includes very few chills and thrills, but banter, AFV segment and an after action report on ON-6 Sweeping West from Bounding Fire Productions. SHOW LINKS Bounding Fire Productions SHOW TIMES 00:01 OBA From the Sky with Lyrics by Troy Nordine; Sung by A 2 Half-Squad Singer (originally appeared in Episode 63) 2:10 Small Talk 12:30 Contest Winner and New Contest 18:30 Armored Fighting Vehicles 41:10 Dave and Dave's After Action Report on ON-6 Sweeping West 55:17 Total

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Episode 329: La Brea Le Franc

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/10/14

We know you want to get a look at Dave's Tar Pit Diorama(sculpted by the great Sean Cooper and molded at The Alchemy Works), so here it is! Since we didn't have time last show to dig into the insides of Le Franc Tireur #15, we now take the time to get into the articles therein. Oui, Oui, we, promised that we would not speak in French accents for the show but Jeff manages to make a French gutteral noise in the first moments of the segment. After that, we follow through on our promise. However, our

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Episode 328: Lumberjacks and Le Franc Fifteens

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/10/02

Le Franc Tireur has put out another gem. Le Franc Tireur #15 featuring some fantastic maps from Steve Swan and Tom Repetti. We take a look at these fun boards as well as the new Arid/Desert rules. Minarets on Mosques, can you believe it? Before we get to that information we read some letters from our beloved listeners, we cover the British rules in the nationality section of the Advanced Squad Leader rulebook, and banter about Dave's favorite toy soldiers, Britain's Swoppet Knights. SHOW

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Episode 327: Sunny Adam Lunney

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/09/13

It is an honor to have the illustrious, bright and optimistic Adam Lunney appear on the show all the way from Canberra, Australia. Yes, this is THE Adam Lunney who authored the books We Together and Ready to Strike. Once again you can see from his credentials that we are unworthy to have Adam on this lowly podcast. In spite of that he agreed to discuss his books, his gaming background, and most importantly, his love for the greatest game in the world; Advanced Squad Leader. SHOW LINK Adam's

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Episode 326: Running Through the Jungle with Jim

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/08/15

Jim Aikens returns and shares his thoughts on printing scenario packs and playtesting in general. We open with a blast from the past. The Run Through the Jungle song from good ol' Episode 53. In the rules segment we cover the Yanks, Americans, U.S.A., troops and their corresponding nationality traits from Rule 25.3. SHOW LINKS USS Iowa Museum SoCal ASL SHOW TIMES 00:01 (Don't) Run Through the Jungle Song with Lyrics by Dennis Donovan; Sung by The 2 Half-Squad Singers 12:40 Rules: Nationalities

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Episode 325: Breaking in the Grain with Jim Aikens

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/08/01

It is a pleasure to present a look at the SoCal gamers lives, through an interview with the charismatic and wise Jim Aikens. This discussion is so thorough, that we will present it in two parts. In part one we learn about Jim's gaming background and how very well organized this club is, with players who are "pretty far out there" in the wide open spaces of the large state of California, having a set of regional directors. Kleinschmidt can relate to this club because it has Field Trips. They

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Episode 324: Humans Wave at J14

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/07/15

We like to wave at Human's. We were so busy waving hello, and singing along to the wintry song Human Wave (sung to the tune of The Carol of the Bells), that we forgot to banter for a really long time. Just an average time. Aren't you the lucky ones? The Rules covered in this show continue rule 25:Nationality Distinctions. Focusing on Human Waves and Partisans. Remember partisans don't do a human wave. SHOW LINKS Human Wave at DC Conscripts Human Wave at Wiki Human Wave Tutorial at ASL

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Episode 323: Bungly in the Jungly

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/07/03

Scenario ON-3 from Operation Neptune This show's opening number originally appeared in the middle of Episode 50. It is called Bungle in the Jungle with lyrics by Dennis Donovan and performed by one of the worst of The 2 Half-Squad Singers. Letters includes a Robert Barratt's report on the CA guys game day on the USS Iowa. 18 gents gaming away. Amazing! Also David Wiley shares how he got into this hobby, and more. Today's Rules segment gets us started on the long awaited rule 25:Nationality

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Episode 322: Rally Phase A la Gaga

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/06/14

We rally hope you rally liked the Rally Phase song by Dennis Donovan that opened this episode. If you ever find yourself wondering what actions you can take in the Rally Phase just pull this episode up on your phone and have a listen. It will remind you of all the wonderous possibilities. And your opponents will not think less of you, will they? If you would like a review of the rules that might apply when you capture your opponents cool stuff, then check out the "Rules" segment on captured and

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Episode 321: Favorite ASL Things

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/06/02

We open this show with a blast from the past. We have decided to repeat some of the classic AdvancedSquad Leader parody songs, starting with "My Favorite ASL Things" with lyrics by Whit Richardson. This allows us to post them with lyrics on our Youtube Channel also. There are a few letters to share to get us caught up. In the Box is the newest item from Broken Ground Design, the Sticky Overlays. They are on clear plastic so they can be placed over any colored "open ground" and still match the

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Episode 320: 10th Mountain Men

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/05/16

It is a pleasure to have Paul Works return to the show especially when he is accompanied by his friend and compatriot Dave Mareske. Dave gives us a wonderful review of his fathers life, including his time in the service and his time spent thereafter. We think you will agree that Cpl Ernie Mareske led a fascinating life and served in a challenging arena during WWII. Paul provides some insights into the research and development of this interesting scenario pack, including the "scrolling maps"

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Episode 319:That’s Some More eh?

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/05/02

We announce the winner of the last contest and give details about our newest one. If you want to win these Schwerepunkt scenario packs you might have to break out of your comfort zone. But you can do so anonymously. Dave recounts his second spill while Kayaking. He definitely did not want more of that, eh? We finish covering Rule 19: Unit Substitution. Then take an in depth look at the scenarios from March Madness 2019 Close Combat Pack. We received copies of the latest from The Kansas City gents

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Episode 318: What’s Your Experience Level Rating?

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/04/18

Dave and Jeff banter a bit about The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, film and the new Dungeons and Dragons film before jumping into Rule 19: Unit Substitution. In our What Have You Been Playing Lately? segment Dave T and Dave K discuss two playing's of Scenario ON-1 Freedom!, from Operation Neptune by Bounding Fire Productions for the Advanced Squad Leader game system. SHOW TIMES 00:30 Banter 11:55 Rules 36:51 What Have You Been Playing Lately? 54:35 Total Running Time The 2 Half-Squads

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Episode 317: The Dukes Ride Again

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/04/04

Once again we are honored to be joined by the designers of Dinant. Dan Dolan, Nadir Elfarra, and Carl Nogueira, who provide more advice and insight on said game. Before that we take some time to read fascinating letters all about the greatest game in the world Advanced Squad Leader. SHOWTIMES 00:30 Banter 10:30 Letters 25:00 Contest Announced 26:00 Dukes of Dinant Interview Part 2 43:49 Total Running Time SHOWLINKS Periscope Film Yankee ASL The 2 Half-Squads is brought to you by Bounding

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Episode 316: The Dukes of Dinant

The 2 Half-Squads ·

2023/03/21

Check out that amazing hand drawn map by Dan Dolan. Do you like it? We are honored to be joined by the designers of Dinant. Dan Dolan, Nadir Elfarra, and Carl Nogueira. It is a fascinating tale of how the whole project came about. Starting with the map and covering all aspects of game design. Dinant is a great addition to the world of Advanced Squad Leader. We present the first half of the interview in this episode and will continue it in #317. SHOWTIMES 00:30 We jump right in! 54:35

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