The Normal Blokes is a Brisbane-based podcast, dedicated to improving the competitive 40k experience. We talk local events, meta, list building, tactics and hobby. Hosts Luke, Dineeth, Jordan and Liam will be discussing current happenings, and also interviewing guests from around Australia and overseas to talk 40k. Our aim is to improve the 40k competitive experience and to grow the Brisbane 40k scene into a thriving positive community. Our Team: Luke “Mr Soulburst†Pearce: Resident Eldar/Grey Knight player, mastermind tactician and all round good bloke. Some say he hasn’t lost a game this year, others simply say no one survives to say otherwise. If his dice don’t turn on him that is. Dineeth “Submarine†Liyanagama: Playing anything and everything Imperium, Dineeth tries to make unconventional garbage competitive and 9 times out of 10 fails miserably, however still has a good laugh doing so. Jordan “Captain Smash†Bennett: Our local friendly Blood Angels player, with the biggest jawline in South East Queensland. Enjoys a good gym session, choking out his enemies and spending all his CP turn 1. Liam “Damocles†Hackett: If you ever wanted to see poetry in motion, watch a 40k game played by our very own Doc Hackett. Australian WTC player and with a skill level as high as his hairline, he offers some great input for our team. We also regularly ask special guests onto our show – look out for these appearances! Any questions can be sent to thenormalblokes@gmail.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thenormalblokes Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thenormalblokes Intro and Outro Music Credited to: YouTube Audio Library
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
After some months off busy with life, we're back! On Episode 145, we discuss the state of the game and what we're finding in the new Pariah Nexus mission deck. We also discuss the recent Gladiator Gaming Teams event – where we took the win! As always, let us know what you think, leave a … Continue reading Episode 145 – Pariah Nexus in full force! →
On Episode 144, Luke is joined by special guest Dan who is a newcomer into the competitive 40k world. Luke has been coaching Dan in his journey, starting from garage games to going undefeated at singles events, to competing at team events. Dan talks about his experiences and lessons learned along the way. This will … Continue reading Episode 144 – Zero to Hero: A newcomer's experience →
On Episode 143, the guys do something a little bit different – Nathan and Liam discuss their time playing at the recent TNA Age of Sigmar event! Have a listen to these 40k regulars tackling a new system, and how they found it. They did… surprisingly well! As always, let us know what you think, … Continue reading Episode 143 – An AoS Side-Quest! →
On this week's episode, the guys go over their weekend at Gladiator Gaming's January teams event. They discuss how their lists performed, and some of the things they're working on into the future. We ended up coming 4th overall – thanks to all our amazing opponents and to Josh for once again running a great … Continue reading Episode 142 – January 2024 Teams Recap! →
On this episode, Liam and Dineeth go through their team's not-so-normal lists for the upcoming Gladiator Gaming teams event and run through their approach to pairings. A fun listen for those who are keen to enjoy more teams style events, as well as have a plan going into the pairings process! As always, let us … Continue reading Episode 141 – Team Events and Pairings! →
On Episode 140, the guys discuss their recent performance at the Gladiator Gaming Teams Event. They go through their games, how 10th Edition teams 40k feels, and some of the things they learnt along the way. This is by far one of our funnier episodes, listen out for the hosts absolutely losing it after the … Continue reading Episode 140 – Gladiator Gaming Teams November 2023! →
On Episode 139, Dineeth and Jordan discuss some of the cool combinations they are seeing in the new 10th Edition Space Marines Codex. This book is deep! Have a listen to some of our thoughts, but we're keen to see what you all do with it too! As always, let us know what you think, … Continue reading Episode 139 – Marine Biology →
On Episode 138, Luke is joined by Jordan and Michael Mientjes to discuss the 100 player, 3 day event in Brisbane, Australia. Michael placed 2nd at this event and Luke placed 3rd, so we discuss our lists and our event experience. Jordan, recently returning to the game, gives us his perspective coming into 10th. We … Continue reading Episode 138 – TNAO Major Recap →
On Episode 137, Liam comes on to talk about his role as captain for Team Australia at WTC 2023. We discuss the process of team selection, navigating being the voice for the team leading up to the event and leading from the front during the rounds. We also go over the rounds that Team Australia … Continue reading Episode 137 – WTC 2023 Recap Part 3 – Liam Hackett →
On the second part of our WTC 2023 coverage, Dineeth interviews Team Australia super-coach Ben Way! We discuss what being part of the support team entails, and some of the things that can be unlocked with a solid and well-constructed group of coaches. As always, let us know what you think, leave a message or … Continue reading Episode 136 – WTC 2023 Recap Part 2 – Ben Way →
To kick off our coverage of WTC 2023 on Episode 135, we're joined by Team Australia's Imperial Knights player, Will Milton! Have a listen to Will's journey, starting competitive 40k in early 9th and making his way onto the national team. We break down his stellar Warmaster singles performance, as well as his role in … Continue reading Episode 135 – WTC 2023 Recap Part 1 – Will Milton →
In this episode Luke and Nathan are joined by Oliver Johnson and Jacob Warn to discuss the Gladiator Gaming Teams Event in Brisbane Australia. The Normal Blokes team won the event, with Oliver and Jacobs team coming in second! We discuss our team designs and some of our key lists. We also talk about our … Continue reading Episode 134 – Gladiator Teams event winners recap →
Episode 133 has Nathan and Dineeth discuss some of the new missions we're seeing in 10th Edition 40k. The guys go through some of the big changes from 9th, as well as how terrain has impacted the way we play and build lists. We also briefly discuss teams 40k in 10th, following a great event … Continue reading Episode 133 – 10th Edition Missions, Terrain and Team Events! →
In this episode, Luke is joined by Simon Gojkovic to discuss the state of the meta post update. We talk about how the top tier armies, Eldar, Tsons, GSC and knights all function and potential strategies to combat them in the meta. Simon is extremely knowledgeable and is a previous team Australia and team Queensland … Continue reading Episode 132 – State of the Meta and how to play into it →
On this episode, Luke is joined by Oliver Johnson and Wayne Russell to discuss their team's win at the Gladiator Gaming Team Tournament! This 90 player tournament consisted of 19 teams who battled it out for the first glory of 10th in Brisbane, Australia. We discuss Captain Oliver and Wayne's team lists and how they … Continue reading Episode 131 – Winners interview: first team tournament of 10th →
On this Episode, Dineeth and Luke discuss the lists and archetypes we're likely to see leading into the new year, especially at events like Uprising: Adelaide. Have a listen for some of the things we may see as gatekeeper lists, as well as some ways to tackle them on the table! As always, let us … Continue reading Episode 119 – The Gatekeeper lists that stole Christmas! →
On this episode, Dineeth and Liam go through what has been a pretty crazy year in competitive 40k! We take a walk down memory lane on the good, the bad and the ugly of releases, balance dataslates, erratas and army archetypes. We always have fun doing these episodes each year, we hope you enjoy the … Continue reading Episode 118 – The 2022 Meta in Review! →
Episode 117 – Interviewing the undefeated players at Orkfest 2022! On this episode, Dineeth was able to chat to Zach De Glas, Wayne Russell and Dyon Hopkins who were 3 of the 6 undefeated players at Orktoberfest 2022! Dineeth also talks about his games as a filthy T'au player. As always, let us know what … Continue reading Episode 117 – Interviewing the undefeated players at Orkfest 2022! →
On Episode 116, Dineeth talks with Liam about his team's success at Summer VTC, held in Victora – another amazing event run by Matt Morosoli. Liam discusses some of the difference between 5-player teams and what we're used to playing in the 4-player environment and talks about the rounds and pairings process. As always, let … Continue reading Episode 116 – VTC 3 Recap! →
On Episode 115, Dineeth and Liam talk to Pete Platell and Mitch Byrne about their path to victory at the WATC 2022! Liam also played at the event, following his crusade with the Necrons over at WTC – have a listen to see how their rounds went, as the guys also talk about the WA … Continue reading Episode 115 – WATC 2022 →
On Episode 114, Dineeth interviews Will Milton from TNA, and we discuss how the TNA Open went over the weekend. The guys at The Northside Alliance put on an amazing weekend of competitive 40k – the boys talk event preparation, meta and the top 5 lists at the event. Following our great success at WTC, … Continue reading Episode 114 – TNA Open 2022 →
On Episode 113, Dineeth chats to Australia 40k hero and WTC Referee, Joshua Diffey, who has done massive things for 40k in Australia and internationally. We talk about his history in the hobby, time as a WTC competitor and judge and how he arrived at where he is today in the community. We also talk … Continue reading Episode 113 – Interview with WTC Referee Joshua Diffey! →
On Episode 112, Luke is joined by Liam Hackett and Captain Erik Lathouras of Team Australian to discuss Australia's win at the WTC (Warhammer 40,000 World Team Championships) – undoubtedly the most prestigious and most competitive 40k event in the world. We discuss their entire journey for the WTC, from team selection and list development … Continue reading Episode 112 – Australia Wins the WTC: Interview with Captain Erik Lathouras →
On Episode 111, Dineeth and Luke go through the lists from the WTC (Warhammer 40,000 World Team Championships) – undoubtedly the most prestigious and most competitive 40k event in the world. As many countries are getting their final few weeks of practice with their team of 8 players, we deconstruct the trends in faction selection … Continue reading Episode 111 – WTC 2022 Lists and Factions! →
On Episode 110, Dineeth and Luke are joined by Ben to discuss the new rules in the Chaos Space Marines codex. For diehard Chaos players, there's so much to explore and look forward to with the release of this book! We have a look at some of the new overall army rules, and focus down … Continue reading Episode 110 – For the Dark Gods – CSM Codex Review →
On Episode 109, the guys discuss some of the leaks revealed for Warzone: Nephilim. We talk about how it may affect army compositions, secondary play, and the overall balance of the game between factions. Keep an eye out on the full release – these seem like some pretty big changes! As always, let us know … Continue reading Episode 109 – Who is Warzone Nephilim and why are they taking all my CP? →
On Episode 108, Dineeth and Liam are joined by Supercoach and star conscript Will Milton to recap ANZTC 2022. Team Queensland reclaimed the title which we have won 5 out of the past 6 ANZTC's! The guys discuss their lists, matchups, results and some challenges they faced along the way – including Will's last minute … Continue reading Episode 108 – The Kings in the North – Queensland wins the ANZTC 2022! →
On Episode 107, Dineeth and Luke talk about the current state of the game after the recent balance dataslate. We discuss how it changes some of the top armies, and how it helps to bring up some armies that needed a boost. We also discuss how we'll be adjusting our own armies with the changes … Continue reading Episode 107 – Nerfed, Indirectly →
On Episode 106, Dineeth is joined by Nic Wright and Sam Rubino to discuss hobby burnout. The guys talk about how it happens, signs to look out for and ways to manage it when it comes up. We really enjoyed this discussion and felt it was a good topic to talk about given the current … Continue reading Episode 106 – Tackling Hobby Burnout →
On this week's Episode, we review the new Craftworld Codex. We look at some key combos and archetypes, as well as give players some tips on how to deal with the upcoming tricksters. As always, let us know what you think, leave a message or a review to help others see what we're about. If … Continue reading Episode 105 – Arts and Craftworlds – Craftworld Codex Review →
On this week's Episode, we dive deep into the new T'au Codex. We look at some key combos and archetypes, as well as give players some tips on how to handle the new big baddie on the block. As always, let us know what you think, leave a message or a review to help others … Continue reading Episode 104 – Get Breach'd – T'au Codex Review! →
On this Episode, Luke, Jordan and Liam talk about the recent Adelaide Uprising, Australia's 130 player Championship event. Liam took home the crown from the weekend and is here alongside Jordan to discuss their experience at the event and their games, round by round. A lot to be heard in this ep so tune in! … Continue reading Episode 103 – From the Ashes: Adelaide Uprising Recap →
On this Episode, Dineeth and Liam discuss the spread of lists that players are bringing to the flagship ITC event of the year, Uprising: Adelaide. The guys go through some of the big names to watch out for, as well as discuss some really interesting off-meta lists they found. For those attending the event, have … Continue reading Episode 102 – Uprising Adelaide List Review! →
On Episode 101, Dineeth and Luke go through the year and some of the meta lists we've seen. We discuss how things have evolved from the start of the year, and how some of the release and FAQ's/Erratas have changed the way we play, and the armies that we see. We also reveal the winners … Continue reading Episode 101 – 2021 in Review, and Movember Raffle Prize Winners! →
On our 100th Episode, the guys go through some of the main changes in the recent updated of the game, and we discuss how it affects some other factions who may see a bit of time in the sun! We also have included some highlights and bloopers from some our our episodes that we wanted … Continue reading Episode 100 – WazGONE BalancedJet →
On Episode 99, we've got the whole crew on to discuss the current state of the meta, and what we're all looking at playing to try and wade our way through these crazy times! We explore some of the armies that are doing well locally in our region, and internationally. We also look back at … Continue reading Episode 99 – 99 Problems and a Squig ain't one →
On Episode 98, the guys are joined by resident Warboss Nic Wright as they discuss the intricacies of the speedwaagh lists making their way around the meta. The guys discuss what makes them good, what things they struggle with, and how people can have a plan going into these games to score some points, or … Continue reading Episode 98 – Stem the Green Tide: How to handle the Speedwaaagh! →
On Episode 97, Liam and Dineeth discuss their games at the TNB GT with Jordan. Liam went 5-0 and came 1st! Dineeth went 4-1 and came in 8th Place. The guys discuss their matchups, and some of the new codexes which have come out – specifically, how they fair going into one another at top … Continue reading Episode 97 – Thousand Sons win the TNB GT! →
On this Episode, the boys first discuss some of the lists at the TNB GT we're hosting this weekend… and then we reveal the pairings!!! Listen up for you list, and check out DUP for the full round and list details! As always, let us know what you think, leave a message or a review … Continue reading Episode 96 – TNB GT Lists and Pairings!!! →
On Episode 95, the guys discuss some of their preparation techniques for 40k team events, with respect to pairings and assembling their team. They also explore the role of the captain in 40k team events, and discuss how players can improve their team's performance and overall experience at these types of events. As you can … Continue reading Episode 95 – 40k Team Events – Pairings and The Captain's Role →
On this Episode, Luke is joined by Grand Master Stuart Trainer from Melbourne to discuss all things Grey Knights. We go over the common combos to expect when GK hit the meta and break down what you need to know. Stuart and Luke cover the top most powerful rules spanning from the Brotherhood Traits to … Continue reading Episode 94 – Welcome to the Brotherhood: Grey Knights Review →
On this Episode, Dineeth is joined by the local Warbosses of Brisbane, Nathan and Nic. The guys discuss the new Ork Codex, and go through some cool combos to watch out for. If you want some True Blue Australian content with a few pig noises, this is the episode for you. As always, let us … Continue reading Episode 93 – There's some Hordes in this House →
On Episode 92, Dineeth and Liam break down the new rules for Be'lakor and his disciples in the Warzone Charadon supplement. There's definitely some really cool tech here for Chaos players, listen in and give it a try yourself. We'd love to hear about any cool combos our listeners find as well! As always, let … Continue reading Episode 92 – Be'Lakor…Never heard of him →
On this Episode, the guys discuss ways they can tackle shooting armies, and talk about some things players can do to minimize the damage they receive. We talk about terrain, reserves, special stratagems and abilities, and using the fight phase in general. If you're having trouble against some shooting armies, try some of these tricks … Continue reading Episode 91 – Dodging Bullets in the Shooting Phase →
On Episode 90 the guys discuss their performance at Gladiator Gaming June Teams, and talk about how they adapt to new information and new factions gaining in power. Specifically, we look at how we deconstruct new information, assess if things are strong or weak, and make decisions in our own factions to react or adapt … Continue reading Episode 90 – Making Choices in the Meta →
On Episode 89, Jordan, Liam and Dineeth discuss their time at VTC down in Melbourne over the weekend. The event was amazing, and two of the TNB teams ended up making it to the final and playing off! We discuss our rounds and our pairings, and some things that influenced our performance and results at … Continue reading Episode 89 – TNB Dominates the VTC! →
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