Covenant

The Covenant Cast

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We've spent over a decade in the tabletop gaming space, as content creators, local store owners, and online retailers. Now it's time to answer your questions, dive into complex topics, and have an incredible amount of fun along the way -- featuring exclusive updates, candid dialogue, and fascinating interviews with designers, publishers, and visionaries.

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Ep. 93: Spirit of the Local Store 22.03.2019 39:21

Zach and Steven are joined by Patrick Day of Uncle's Games and Paige Gance of Just Games to discuss the state of retail. We are live from GAMA 2019 and are discussing the challenges of retail and how each store overcomes hurdles in their unique ways If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video version...

Ep. 92: The Tabletop Landscape 15.03.2019 58:43

Zach is joined by Travis of Millennium Games, Paul of Games and Stuff, and Steve from Rainy Day Games. We are live from GAMA 2019 and are discussing the challenges of retail and how each store overcomes hurdles in their unique ways. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcas...

Ep. 91: Depth and Complexity 08.03.2019 1:25:48

It's the two year anniversary of the Covenant Cast! In this special episode, Zach and Steven take an in-depth look at two common game design elements, how they are used, and how they balance against each-other. Thank you for tuning in for the first time, the 91st time, or anytime in between! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter...

Ep. 90: Clarifying the Cast 01.03.2019 1:21:19

The Covenant Crew discuss concepts for the 'cast! Plus, the upcoming Rise of the Combiners livestream, Godtear videos get posted, and we answer #AskCovenant questions from fans like you! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcove...

Ep. 89: Revisiting Destiny, Magic, and The Local Store 22.02.2019 1:17:39

The Covenant Crew discuss the great feedback we received from our Star Wars: Destiny vs Magic: The Gathering episode and share their thoughts about everything from upcoming set design and retail impact, to handing out decks at movie theaters! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of th...

Ep. 88: KeyForge Enters a New Age 15.02.2019 59:21

The Covenant Crew breakdown Age of Ascension. The good, the bad (if there was any) and the details. Steven talks keywords like Alpha, Omega, and Deploy. Zach looks longterm and talks new and returning cards! Plus, where the name "Covenant" comes from! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versi...

Ep. 87: Previewing Convergence w/ Jeremy Zwirn 08.02.2019 49:52

Zach and Jeremy take a look at the Palpatine previews from the Masters, and reveal a few new cards. All while discussing Convergence, Allies of Necessity, and answering questions from community members like you! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You...

Ep. 86: Creating Content w/ Monk and Sugi 05.02.2019 1:03:53

Join in as Zach has guest speakers, Monk of Monk's Gaming Battlefield and Sugi of the Knights of Ren Podcast and they discuss what it takes to get into creating content; plus a Masters recap, and talk about new Palpatine and other Convergence spoilers! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video vers...

Ep. 85: Playing by the rules. 25.01.2019 1:06:02

Zach and Steven cover the new set for Warhammer Champions, talk Transformers TCG, KeyForge Organized Play and discuss a bit about cheating and why it happens. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more abo...

Ep. 84: Questioning Culture 18.01.2019 1:26:09

With the new year comes new revelations as Zach and Steven compare tabletop events with musical concerts. Zach plays Game of Thrones with the Targaryen starter deck, Steven wonders what works for other FLGS's and wants to hear what you think! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of th...

Ep. 83: 2019 - Speculation and Candor 11.01.2019 1:09:03

We're Back! Join in as Zach and Steven cover the latest news; why they are returning to their casual roots, and what we want to see in 2019! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our business at...

Ep. 82: 2018 - The highs, the lows, the Gungans. 21.12.2018 1:12:04

We look back fondly on 2018: our first trip to GAMA, how X-Wing Second Edition and Warhammer: Champions emerged digitally, and how KeyForge and the Transformers TCG shook up the card game model! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at ...

Ep. 81: Can Star Wars: Destiny beat Magic: The Gathering? 14.12.2018 1:18:13

Zach and Robert break down the Magic TCG model and throw in some vehicle analogies. Plus a glimpse at collecting habits, how a cash tournament affects game growth, and KeyForge! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com...

Ep. 80: Unique Games, Fad or Future? 07.12.2018 1:01:34

We dive deeper into the Unique Game mystique. Zach feels the Star Wars: Destiny hype, recaps the meta, and plays Trilogies format. Steven throws axes and dreams of a unique version of Netrunner. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at ...

Ep. 79: Building Communities Around Games 30.11.2018 1:37:33

We are often asked our advice about getting more people into a particular game. In this episode of the Covenant Cast we breakdown our experience with gaming communities and stores, plus answer community building questions from viewers! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these po...

Ep. 78: Live KeyForge Celebration 16.11.2018 1:06:19

Zach and Steven open a number of KeyForge decks and discuss how they evaluate each Archon, as well as their general thoughts about the launch of the game - all while interacting with a live audience! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find u...

Ep. 77: New Release November 09.11.2018 1:07:20

Zach and Steven take a look at all of the big November releases, including Across the Galaxy, the beginning of KeyForge, and the Onslaught set of Warhammer: Champions, and answer #AskCovenant questions from viewers/listeners! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on...

Ep. 76: Killing Snakes, Taking Clues 02.11.2018 1:28:47

Steven and Jonathan play through the first scenario of the Forgotten Age expansion for the Arkham Horror LCG! Steven investigates with Silas, Jon answers the call with Zoey! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com and...

Ep. 75: Destiny Hype, Giveaway Winners, and Necroquake 26.10.2018 1:08:07

Zach experiences New Vader, Steven survives Necroquake, plus giveaway winners for KeyForge, Warhammer Champions and Star Wars: Destiny. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our business at: t...

Ep. 74: Exclusive Destiny Spoilers and Arkham Horror Tarot 19.10.2018 1:07:59

Zach and Steven cover all the latest in expandable card games, and share our exclusive Across the Galaxy spoilers; Tobias Beckett, Val, Tobias Beckett's Rifle, and Double Down! Also, Arkham Horror announces next set, The Circle Undone featuring a witch coven and possible tarot mechanic. We also answer #AskCovenant questions from viewers! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #a...

Ep. 73: Destiny spoilers, Champions fixes, and giveaway winners. 12.10.2018 59:19

Zach and Steven discuss the important things; Winners of our giveaways, KeyForge, Champions, Destiny and Magic Mike. KeyForge release date announced, PlayFusion to test fixes to Destruction, and new spoilers for Star Wars Destiny. Plus #AskCovenant questions from viewers like you! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Yo...

Ep. 72: Cleaning off Jonathan's desk. 05.10.2018 1:08:32

Zach and Jonathon giveaway prototype tokens. Zach paints his Arena Rex minis, Jonathan walks the dog, both answer #AskCovenant questions from viewers! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You can find us at teamcovenant.com and learn more about our...

Ep. 71: Winners announced! Amazon among them? 28.09.2018 1:06:56

Zach and Steven announce the winners of the Warhammer Champions, KeyForge, and X-Wing subscribers giveaway, discuss the Transformers release, and dive into recent news - including Magic's decision to distribute directly through Amazon. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these po...

Ep. 70: Giving everything away 21.09.2018 1:02:35

Zach and Steven announce the Great Subscriber Giveaway for X-Wing, KeyForge, and Warhammer Champions, discuss Zach's recent trip to Europe, and run down the latest news - including the launch of X-Wing Second Edition and the drama therein. If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of thes...

Ep. 69: Presence through tabletop 07.09.2018 1:06:11

Steven and Jonathon discuss KeyForge, Warhammer Champions, Netrunner's upcoming Magnum Opus event and answer questions from listeners about X-Wing tokens, kickstarters stretch goals and trading unique decks! If you have any questions for us, leave us a comment with #askcovenant on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Youtube . You can find video versions of these podcasts on the latter. You ca...