Best Custodes Podcasts (2025)

The Ashes of the Imperium podcast returns for a deep lore dive into one of the most haunting Warhammer 40,000 stories ever told – The Anphelion Project. Dan and Max explore the events of Imperial Armour Volume 4, as Inquisitor Solomon Lok investigates a disturbing silence from a secret Imperial base on Beta-Anphelion IV. We unpack the narrative bea…

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Episode 107 - Lions of the Emperor: Adeptus Custodes Lore vs Rules - Narrative Detachment Review 1:09:22

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In this episode, we delve into the Lions of the Emperor detachment for the Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40k. We explore how this new detachment captures the essence of the Custodes' lore; elite warriors standing alone against overwhelming odds.We discuss the new Detachment Rule, which buffs isolated units and reflects the Custodes' legendary solo …

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Episode 106 - The Last Titans Kickstarter with Megabeast Games 51:11

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In this roar-some episode, Dan is joined by returning co-host Steve to discuss his latest project, Last Titans, now live on Kickstarter from Megabeast Games. Together, they explore the game's concept, which combines the thrill of dinosaur survival with fast-paced, family-friendly gameplay. Steve shares the inspirations behind Last Titans, including…

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Genestealer Cults – The Hidden Threat Within 1:20:05

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Episode 16: Genestealer Cults – The Hidden Threat Within "One day, the sky will open, and our true gods shall descend…" In this episode of The 40K Lorecasters, we uncover the Genestealer Cults, the terrifying infiltrators who corrupt entire worlds from within. These fanatical hybrids, born from the Tyranids’ insidious infection, spread their influe…

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Black Templars – The Emperor’s Crusaders 44:10

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"No Pity! No Remorse! No Fear!" In this episode of The 40K Lorecaster, we follow the Black Templars, the most zealous and relentless of all Space Marine Chapters. Unlike their Codex-compliant brethren, the Black Templars reject the idea of peace, waging an eternal crusade in the name of the Emperor. We’ll explore their origins from the Imperial Fis…

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Adeptus Custodes – The Emperor’s Golden Guardians 1:00:10

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"We do not serve the Imperium. We serve the Emperor Himself." In this episode of The 40K Lorecasters, we unveil the Adeptus Custodes, the legendary warriors who stand eternal vigil over the Emperor and the Imperial Palace. Far beyond the strength of even a Space Marine, each Custodian is a genetically perfected warrior, hand-crafted to be the ultim…

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Grey Knights - The Emperor’s Daemon Hunters 28:06

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"We are the Hammer. We are the doom of Daemons." In this episode of The 40K Lorecaster, we unveil the most mysterious and elite warriors of the Imperium—the Grey Knights. Clad in blessed Aegis armor and wielding powerful psionic abilities, these secretive Space Marines are the Imperium’s greatest weapon against the horrors of Chaos. We’ll explore t…

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Canhammer 261 How to paint your armies and stay (mostly) sane doing it 1:24:16

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The long awaited painting episode!

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Canhammer 260 - A Grimdark New Year! 1:10:42

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Episode 105 - 2024 Year In Review and 2025 Hobby Resolutions 1:02:45

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! As 2025 arrives , Dan and Max reflect on the last year's Warhammer releases, sharing their top picks and standout moments. They discuss their favourite modela and Codex, from within the 40k range and more. Looking ahead, they discuss their hobby resolutions and predictions for 2025, aiming for more intentional …

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CanHammer 259 - Detachments, points, balance oh my! 1:02:59

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Canhammer 258 - We went to the World Championships of Warhammer 50:26

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Canhammer 257 - Special Guest Skari 1:13:07

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In this episode we chat with our friend Skari about the recent Toronto Fall Open. https://www.patreon.com/skaredcast

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CanHammer 256- MFM Update! 47:22

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Canhammer 255 - Champs Cup and Stud and Snotlings recap! 59:34

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Episode 19: Federation and Empire 1:16:24

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This podcast about Star Trek takes a break from Star Trek to talk about...Star Wars? Yes, we have our reasons! Whereas Star Wars used to be primarily a movie series and Star Trek a TV series, the two have blurred the lines heavily, especially in the last few years, with the launch of a bunch of live-action Star Wars shows. The best of these is Ando…

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Episode 104 - Voicing The Worlds of Warhammer with Chris Tester 53:42

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! In this guest episode, Dan is joined by voice actor Chris Tester, also known as ChrisNaturallyRP. Chris has captivated audiences with his voice work in the realms of the 31st and 41st millennium, bringing iconic Warhammer characters to life in his short-form videos online, as well as in games like Total War and…

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Canhammer 254 - 10 years of CCBB 1:13:29

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Episode 103 - Codex Blood Angels 1:10:48

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! Dan, a long-time Blood Angels enthusiast, and Max, Sanguinary-curious, break down the new detachments, discuss the iconic characters, and share their thoughts on the updated book. Max unveils his line-breaking Liberator Assault Group list, designed to smash through enemy lines with relentless fury, while Dan pr…

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Canhammer 253 - Back from WTC! 1:06:42

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Episode 102 - Codex Imperial Agents 59:33

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! Exploit your inquisitorial network and spies and crush the enemies of the Imperium with Dan and Max as they receive orders from the Emperor himself; this episode of AOTI is all about the new Imperial Agents Codex! We discuss this heavily narrative-focused book and debate whether or not it's ready for the top-ta…

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CanHammer 252 - Ottawa Teams and Pariah first impressions 1:28:02

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CanHammer 251 - New missions! 1:17:43

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Episode 101 - Codex Genestealer Cults Review 1:06:54

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! Rise up in insurrection with Dan and Max as they deconstruct the latest missives from the Star Children! The team share the secrets of the Genestealer Cults in this new Codex review! Max samples the bitter medicine of the Twisted Helix and Dan infiltrates the Astra Militarum to bring some Hive Cult rebellion to…

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Episode 18: Quis Custodiet Ipsos Custodes? 1:03:41

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Paramount recently announced they'd be making a special TV movie starring Michelle Yeoh. The subject? Section 31, the secret organization within the Federation that operates in the shadows, doing the dirty work that, they claim, needs to be done to maintain the utopian society of Star Trek. Since its introduction in the Deep Space Nine episode "Inq…

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CanHammer 250 - Wow we've been doing this a long time! 1:12:14

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Episode 100 - Codex Chaos Space Marines Review 1:02:08

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! In this centennial episode, Dan and Max take to the skies and shadows with an in-depth analysis of the new Chaos Space Marines Codex. Celebrating their 100th episode, the duo delves into the darkness of the 41st millennium, dissecting the eight new detachments that bring the dread legions of Chaos to life. Max …

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CanHammer 249 - Orks Orks Orks 1:00:05

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Canhammer 248 - CHTT Recap 1:28:49

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Episode 99 - Codex Orks Review 1:07:29

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium!In this episode, we're going full WAAAGH! with a deep dive into the new Ork Codex, exploring the green tide like never before. Dan and Max share their enthusiasm for the latest release, discussing the rich narrative potential and the diverse range of detachments that can bring your Ork army to life on the tablet…

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Episode 98 - Codex Adeptus Custodes Review 1:25:48

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! Welcome to Ashes of the Imperium!In this episode, we delve into the golden heart of the Adeptus Custodes with a thorough examination of their new codex. Join Dan and Max as they dissect the latest rules and detachments, as well as pondering the points predicament. Max, a seasoned Custodes player, shares his ini…

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Canhammer 247 - CHTT preview and ork and custodes leaks 51:57

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Canhammer 246 - All is Dust Recap 1:11:50

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Episode 97 - Codex T'au Review 1:08:10

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Welcome to the Ashes of the Imperium! Today we discuss the brand new T'au Codex, focusing on the background within the books, and how to create narratively themed armies using two of the new Detachments. We discuss whether or not the optimistic T'au fit within the grim darkness of the 41st Millenium, and some of the major changes from the Index. Le…