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If you are here reading these words... welcome! You have stumbled upon what remains of the battle hardened mercenaries of the Bellower team. Formerly a webzine, the Bellower was originally created with the intention of spreading the message of the maw to the far corners of the old (and new) world. Searching out and recruiting maneaters of all types we collectively released 6 issues of the
Is smashing your problems with a club not working? Never fear - Aunty Doreen offers her decades of experience and advice as the most beloved and famous Ogre den-mother in the Mountains of Mourn. If you have a question for Aunty Doreen send an email or cave scrawl to us and well pass it along. Dear Aunty Doreen, A short while back me and the lads smashed a pack of darky elfs and afterwards my
Have you cast your vote in the 2011 Stronghold Awards? No? Well what are you waiting for!? Don't make us send this hungry fellow after you... There are ten award categories this year, please read through each of the following category descriptions before submitting your vote in this thread: Best New Ogre MiniatureThis can be any Ogre miniature released in 2011 (Games Workshop or otherwise). If
Welcome to our first blog edition of the Butcher's Cauldron! In this article series we will focus on tips, tricks, techniques, and tutorials for building and painting Ogre Kingdoms related models and terrain. Today's inspiration... building a Rhinox Rider (or counts as Mournfang) for a low, low, price! Now that we are past the holidays, and your wallets might be feeling the strain as much as
M.A.W.(Model Alternative Watch) Titan Forge, who previously released several pirate themed Ogres, have just released a second batch of jolly powder loving guts... this time with a crocacannon!? Check it out! I like the look of the Leadbelcher style Ogres and the cannon mounted on a giant reptile is a great stand-in for an Ironblaster (or maybe a Scraplauncher). It seems as if the cannon "
Hey! Who wants to help create a Mordheim Ogre Warband!?Ogre by Mika The rules inclined Mordheim loving folks of the Stronghold have undertaken a quest to create an "official" Stronghold approved Ogre Warband list for use in the game. While there are several unofficial versions available online the goal of this project is to complete one list that incorporates the best of each list before
Happy New Year to all of you Ogre lovers reading this right now. Here's hoping your new year brings plenty of adventure and a swelling gut. For those looking to find a little inspiration for their new year of hobby be sure to check out the January 2012 Painting Challenge and the Stronghold list of 2012 Hobby Resolutions. Also coming this week we have a review of the Ogre Kingdoms army book
Looking for new thinling crushing techniques or tricks to smash those larger than yourself? Well you are in the right place! Eg Giant-Tripper brings us the first in a series of articles which outline the various strengths and weaknesses of the new Ogre Kingdoms army book. In this first article we'll take a closer look at what's hot and what's not for Ogre generals in the magic items! Ogre
We're back with our continued review of the new Ogre Kingdoms army book by Stronghold Guard Eg Giant-Tripper. This time around we'll be looking at the rough, tough, and fluff Ogre Big Names! Ogre Kingdoms Big Names For simplicitys sake, these are going to be divided into three categories, as most of them are pretty one-dimensional, and some are so obviously poor they dont warrant much
Now it is time to tackle the real "meat" of the Ogre Kingdoms with Lord and Hero choices! Who has the biggest, toughest, most useful guts around? Read through Eg's review to find out! Ogre Kingdoms Lords and Heroes Just covering the "basics" in this article, we'll get back to the Special Characters later this week. TyrantIf ever an example was needed of how a changing environment can effect a
We continue our week long review of the Ogre Kingdoms army book by Stronghold Guard member Eg Giant-tripper. This time Eg tackles the backbone (and bulbous gut) of any Ogre force, the Core units! Ogre Kingdoms Core OgresPreviously known as Bulls, these guys went down in cost by a relatively humongous 8 points, if you take into account the fact that light armor had to be purchased in the old
Here we go again! Today Eg Giant-tripper covers the plethora of Special choices available in the new Ogre Kingdoms army book. So many choices and so few points... what to pick!? Ogre Kingdoms Special Units LeadbelchersLike many other Ogre units these fat fellows dropped dramatically in cost. The changes to their shooting have resulted in a much more reliable but generally less potent unit,
Last but not least we have the final unit category of the Ogre Kingdoms army book with Rare choices. Let's see what Eg has to say about these specialized units and get right into it! Ogre Kingdoms Rare Units Gnoblar ScraplauncherMost players seem understandably unhappy with the reduction in size of the Scrappys shooting attack, but I dont feel as though its too much of an issue seeing as
In our final article of this Army Book review Eg will be covering the varied "Guts of Legend" in the Special Characters. Which gut will reign supreme? Ogre Kingdoms Special Characters Greasus GoldtoothThe Overtyrant is still very much the same as the previous book, though he has seen a few improvements, some less obvious than others. The biggest boost he got was the changing of his fairly
Stronghold member WarbossTae posts video reviews and tutorials. Here he is with an in-depth (and humorous) review of the GW Finecast Female Maneater model. Enjoy!
From the Watching Paint Dry blog we have a short "how to" video on assembling the Stonehorn from the Stonerhorn/Thundertusk kit. If you have other tips or tricks on assembling this kit please let us know, and be sure to stop by their blog to show your support as well!
The dead things are coming, the dead things are coming! Some (well okay only one or two) of our Gnoblar scouts have returned with grave news from the dark kingdoms of the Vampire Counts. Eg Giant-tripper has gathered together what's new, what's grue, and what you can expect to lose when facing the 8th edition Vampire Counts. Scouting the Vampire Counts The ghoulish legions are set to
Is smashing your problems with a club not working? Never fear - Aunty Doreen offers her decades of experience and advice as the most beloved and famous Ogre den-mother in the Mountains of Mourn. If you have a question for Aunty Doreen send an email or cave scrawl to us and well pass it along. Dear Aunty Doreen, There be a problem with me bulls. You see they don't stand in them formations and
Thinking about testing your guts against the 'ard opponents in this year's 'Ard Boyz Warhammer tournaments? TheTrev0 is already gearing up for this year's event and will be bringing us a series of articles outlining his progress. Study up and you too might have the 'ard bits it takes to compete with your tribe! 'Ard Boyz Training - A Simple Introduction Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome
The dead things are coming, the dead things are coming! Some (well okay only one or two) of our Gnoblar scouts have returned with grave news from the dark kingdoms of the Vampire Counts. Eg Giant-tripper has gathered together what's new, what's grue, and what you can expect to lose when facing the 8th edition Vampire Counts. Scouting the Vampire Counts The ghoulish legions are set to
Thinking about testing your guts against the 'ard opponents in this year's 'Ard Boyz Warhammer tournaments? TheTrev0 is already gearing up for this year's event and will be bringing us a series of articles outlining his progress. Study up and you too might have the 'ard bits it takes to compete with your tribe! 'Ard Boyz Training - A Simple Introduction Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome
TheTrev0 is back with another 'Ard Boyz preparation article, this time covering the tasks that need to be completed before you begin your army list creation. Study up and you too might have the 'ard bits it takes to compete with your tribe! 'Ard Boyz Training - To-Do for List Creation 'Ard Boyz Semi-Finals event 2011 at Sci Fi City, Orlando, FL. This was my 3rd match (final match) of
Well January is over and with it another Painting Challenge over at the Ogre Stronghold! For those of you who don't frequent the forums here is how the challenge works: Those wishing to participate make a "pledge" during the first ten days of the month. They paint, assemble, and/or convert the models they have pledged to finish during the month. Some post WIP photos as they go and all are
TheTrev0 is back with another 'Ard Boyz preparation article, and it is time to start writing your army list! Study up and you too might have the 'ard bits it takes to compete with your tribe! 'Ard Boyz Training - Making An 'Ard Boyz List "Plot the end of the world and plan ahead before your attack." Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome back to Basic, Advanced, and Specialized training for all
M.A.W.(Model Alternative Watch) Our old friend WarplockMonkey has really come a long way since his early sculpting days (previous efforts can be seen here in his Gnoblog), and has just released a new Giant model through his website Warploque Miniatures. Giants, beards, and beer... what is not to love! Check it out! While the sculpt is a bit on the "whimsical" side it does have a good deal of
Bogoff da Gnoblar 'ere wit another one of me Forum Finds! Dis time around I grabbed up some Ogre Wound Tracker from Twon when he weren't lookins! If you sees 'im round be sure to tell hims you saw Gronky runnin' off wiff it.. not your good friend Bogoff! Twon says: "With all the multi-wound models, unit champs, characters, it can be tough for an Ogre player to keep track of all those wounds.
It's Sunday, which means it is time for the next entry in our 'Ard Boyz preparation series, this time detailing the Art of Deployment! Read what TheTrev0 has to say about getting your "little" Ogres on the field to prove you have the 'ard bits for 'Ard Boyz! 'Ard Boyz Training - The Art of Deployment Deployment during 'Ard Boyz Preliminaries 2011. Notice the unusual rules for
Welcome back to another article in our our 'Ard Boyz preparation series, this time detailing the Movement Phase! TheTrev0 has some tips, tricks, and rules clarifications that might just show to others you are the 'ard one for 'Ard Boyz! Movement is very important! Measure twice and move once! Think slowly and don't commit until you have thought about the movement of all your units
It's time for the return of the Butcher's Cauldron! In today's article Stronghold member dreadboi shares with us a brief tutorial on how to paint the Ogre Kingdoms Mournfang Calvary. Each step includes a brief description of what was done with a photo to accompany the work. Check it out! Things you will need (if you want to follow my step-by step without edits of your own):Paints (GW or your
It's time for another article in our our 'Ard Boyz preparation series, this time talking about the most magical of phases... the Magic Phase! TheTrev0 brings some topical advice, tips, and information for those looking to break out their 'ard magic bits one for this year's 'Ard Boyz! Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome back to Basic, Advanced, and Specialized training for all you grunts that
M.A.W.(Model Alternative Watch) Scibor has released a few models in their Ogre line, but their latest Ogre release is the first to feature an Ogre riding a beast. Behold the Ogre War Rhino rider! Of all their Ogre models I think this one is the closest to the GW style. With a bit of additional sculpting you could probably pass this model off in a unit of Rhinox Riders. If you this model, or any
Line up and take a shot, we're back with another article in our our 'Ard Boyz preparation series, this time detailing the Shooting Phase! TheTrev0 brings some topical advice, tips, and information for those looking snipe off the competition in this year's 'Ard Boyz! "Come out with your hands up!" The Noble shouted up at the Leadbelchers, perched high above him in the old Wizard's Tower.
Are you ready to bust some heads?! We're in the seventh week of our 'Ard Boyz training series, and this time TheTrev0 will be discussing every Ogre's favorite phase... Close Combat! Make way for the big lads and lasses as we charge into the fray... Even though I know that Challenges during Close Combat don't look like this, it doesn't stop me from imagining it this way in my head. You
We're a couple weeks into March and just starting a new Painting Challenge over at the Ogre Stronghold! For those of you who don't frequent the forums here is how the challenge works: Those wishing to participate make a "pledge" during the first ten days of the month. They paint, assemble, and/or convert the models they have pledged to finish during the month. Some post WIP photos as they go
It's Sunday and time for another article in our 'Ard Boyz training series! This time around TheTrev0 discusses the art of preparation. Think you're ready for this year's competition? Well lets find out! Hot, stressed, and a little frustrated, this picture was taken when I was referencing (I think) about the 10th rule in one game. We were on turn 2 and the game had taken about 2 1/2 hours so far
As you may have heard, GW will not be hosting their annual 'Ard Boyz tournament events this year. As we have been running a regular series of 'Ard Boyz preparation articles this news seemed especially sour. Finally, with a new book we won't be able to club the other supposed "big boyz" of the Warhammer world to death! Still, we will be reworking the series as we continue with a focus on
Over on TWF it's been revealed that there will be at least 21 Ogre Kingdoms armies battling on the tables of the South Coast Grand Tournament this year (those of you outside of the UK may be familiar with this Portsmouth-based tournament as it's organised by the HeelanHammer guys), meaning that it's looking like Ogres will be easily the most prominent army at the event - by the Maw, how times
Shiny bits, pointy bits, and horsey bits, the Empire is assembling! Yet again we managed to get back one of our Gnoblar scouts with news from the land of Sigmar. Eg Giant-tripper brings us the the news on what to expect when facing the 8th edition Empire. Scouting The Empire The thinlings of the Empire are polishing their weapons, wheeling out their big guns and are more ready than ever
M.A.W. (Model Alternative Watch) The "Anchor Bashers" are the latest Ogres to be released by Titan-forge for their Bloodsail Island range: "Anchor Bashers are the veterans of Bloodsail Island ogres. Only the toughest and braves (or craziest) of the pirates can enter their ranks. Before becoming one, an ogre has to prove his worth by diving into one of the wrecked ships that surround
A grand total of 103 Mournfang Cavalry (35 units!) found their way into the 21 Ogre Kingdoms armies at the South Coast GT this weekend. Those at the event took the opportunity to place them all on the same table, making for a truly impressive sight! Thanks to Dan Heelan and Ben 'Panzer' Harris for the pics!
"A person's greatest enemy cannot be harmed by any weapon nor can be stopped by any shield and lives so closely that if you were to look outward you would never see... for your greatest enemy is yourself and you must look within to see it and use truth to defeat it." - Trevor Long 'Ard Boyz is officially dead, but that doesn't mean your competitive spirit is! Changing things up a bit,
Over the past few months TheJoeyberry (AKA Warhammer Joey) has been documenting her journey into the Warhammer hobby via YouTube, which has been both interesting to follow as wargaming is typically a very male dominated hobby, and entertaining to watch thanks to the unique and enthusiastic approach she takes with many of her videos. During one of Joey's latest videos (a 2400pt battle report
Yo yo yo, HeelanHammer's Ogre Kingdoms review is up for download! You can find it here. From their announcement: "Today is the long awaited review of the Ogre Kingdoms book and we are joined by Ogre generals WarhammerLegendAlThompson and BryanHobbyKillerCarmichael. We chat through the book from fluff to filth, covering each unit choice. We then take a ton of questions from the twitter
Gnoblar fans Mitch Worton and Mark Hampson have just released a beta version of their unofficial army book titled "Gnoblar Kingdoms", which contains rules for fielding a full army of the little green blighters.Click here to take a look at it! Their announcement:"We've been working on a independent Gnoblar Kingdoms army list over the last few months and we've finally decided to push it out
Is the bellower still looking for stuff? I'd like to add some content but I can't find the email. Sorry if this is the wrong place for this.
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Just try PMing Randroid or sending a standard e-mail. He seems to have been a bit busy recently, so if you don't get a reply try sending it to Hragged. Your contributions will be much appreciated.
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Gutlord Inquisitor: FORUM FIGHT! Me, I'm betting on the stronghold. Sure, they're outnumbered with thick skulls, stubborn bull-headedness and an inflated sense of self-worth, but hey, they're Ogres.
M.A.W. (Model Alternative Watch) Well it has certainly been a while since I last posted here on the neglected Bellower blog! What better way to bring back the regular posts than to point out a few recently released Ogre alternatives? First up we have a very cool looking character from Figone: Could be great as a Maneater, or perhaps a traveling Tyrant? Maybe a deep sea/pirate themed
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