The Activation Phase

The Activation Phase - Saga Podcast

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The Activation Phase is a podcast dedicated to the game Saga by Studio Tomahawk. We're in love with the game and the community and are here to bring content that we ourselves have been looking for. Listen in to hear about the newest battleboards, the latest tournaments and juicy rumours about things to come. We hope you enjoy!

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Episodes

AoC: Ordensstaat faction review 30.11.2024 52:11

This episode we cover the Ordensstaat (post-FAQ), which offers plenty of potential for sweet models and a powerful gameplay

AoC: Milites Christi 02.08.2024 41:32

The poster child of the Crusades: Milites Christi / Military Orders. We dive into this tough to master faction.

First Crusades Episode: Eastern Princes 20.07.2024 1:03:04

In this week's episode we start with our next book: Age of Crusades! Enjoy!

Scenarios, Gauls, and Scoring 28.06.2024 59:50

Tim and JP discuss the Benelux Grand Melee 2024, and our thoughts on the Studio Tomahawk scenarios and scoring.

Age of Chivalry: Chivalerize your Crusade 18.06.2024 39:16

Florian joins the Activation Phase to discuss mixing the Crusades era boards with Chivalry, and what how to get the most out of your hobbying.

Are these really the "Last Romans"? 25.05.2024 51:44

In this episode we talk about the Last Romans, how to win with and against them. This also marks the end of the Age of Vikings. Feel free to let us know what to look at next. Enjoy!

Age of Chivalry: 172 year vibe check for beginners 03.05.2024 58:33

We dive into the modelling options for the upcoming Age of Chivalry book. If you're new to the time period, Florian will guide you through the options as you browse the Perry Miniatures website, looking for your next warband.

Scots can do (almost) anything! 07.04.2024 52:31

In this week's episode we look into the combo potential the Scots bring to the table! What an interesting warband! Enjoy!

Jomsvikings 01.03.2024 45:53

Sneaky Jomsvikings dishing out wrath

Polish Scenarios & Crusades: Tournament recap 16.02.2024 54:20

We cover discuss the Grand Melee Poland scenario pack and the "Amersfoort Antioch Adventure" Age of Crusades Tournament

Age of Chivalry Special - With Julie from Studio Tomahawk 02.02.2024 1:02:00

In this week's episode we talk about the new upcoming book Age of Chivarly and try to get some information out of one of the authors Julie. Enjoy!

Anglo Danes and how to get beaten by them 19.01.2024 48:58

In this week's episode we talk about the Anglo Danes and about their strengths and weaknesses. Enjoy!

Irish! 06.01.2024 47:35

This episode we cover the Irish. One of the most interest factions in AoV with lots of playstyle and unit options!

Christmas Special including our hopes and dreams 22.12.2023 34:53

Merry Christmas to you guys! In this episode we talk about how the year 2023 went and what we are looking forward to in 2024. Enjoy!

The champion speaks - Team Worldcup 2023 06.12.2023 1:23:09

In this mega episode of the activation phase we talk about the Team Worlcup 2023 that was held November 25th and 26th 2023. This episode is basically uncut, we hope you enjoy!

Stormin' Normans 04.11.2023 42:39

Age of Vikings: Normans are on the menu!

Welsh and How to Beat Them 25.08.2023 55:25

In this week's episode we talk about the Welsh and the different ways to play them. Also welcome Strategikon of Saga to the Saga Podcast crew! Check them out!

Skraeling summer fever 04.08.2023 39:14

We tackle the Skraelings, thet battleboard is available for free on the Studio Tomahawk website. This faction lets you field the native American tribes which confronted Leif Ericson on his voyages across the ocean.

Norse Gaels: Pedal to the metal 21.07.2023 40:19

A little Norse, a little Gael. An interesting combo for the aggressive player.

V as in Vikings or Vanilla 07.07.2023 41:04

In this week's episode we talk about the OG vikings and how to play them.

SAGA World Cup 2023 with Mirco 27.05.2023 45:36

Mirco of Stronghold Terrain joins us to talk all things Saga World Cup 2023 in Münster 25-26 November. Team Tickets: https://stronghold-terrain.de/en/shop/saga-deutsches-grand-melee-2023-ticket/?fbclid=IwAR135YExFy5M6XC-6aqti6r7qXTDKLIpF9dJrjoFXsaWbEdDzBkcwoCot1Q Slight delay in releasing this episode due to life getting in the way.

Carolingians & The Song of Roland - Age of Vikings 19.05.2023 45:26

SAGA: Age of Vikings continues, with the Carolingian faction

Pagan R Us - Age of Vikings 21.04.2023 36:17

We discuss the Eastern Vikings, aka Pagan Rus for SAGA: Age of Vikings

Anglo-Saxons play dirty 07.04.2023 50:05

In this week's episode we talk about the Anglo-Saxons, how to make them work and how to play into them. Enjoy!

Greek City States: Living Life in Open Ground 10.03.2023 47:35

This episode we delve into the multiple Greek City States, and how to best use this faction.