Under the Hive of Madness - A Warhammer Lore Podcast
Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore podcast that explores the narrative depth and collaborative storytelling opportunities within the Warhammer gaming universe. Episodes cover topics such as lore, creative writing, worldbuilding, and the miniatures hobby. The show offers a weekly dose of horror, sci-fi, and grimdark content for fans of the franchise.
Episodes
Lorus Obscurus 27: Appalachian Folk Horror | Horror Lore
The Under the Hive of Madness crew is back at it again, this time looking at the creepy stories and histories of one of North America's oldest paranormal hotspots, the Appalachian Mountains! Join us as Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew talk over some of the region's fun and spooky cryptids! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the
Episode 196: The Worldbuilding Bible, Part 2 | Worldbuilding
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew continue their dive into the many layers, parts, and details that go into Worldbuilding and a Worldbuiling Bible. Follow along as they talk over the genres of Speculative Fiction, some of the questions asked when you start worldbuilding, and finally, as they use Under the Hive of Madness's work document on Crafting Worlds to start down the path of forging the Carco
Episode 195: The Worldbuilding Bible, Part 1 | Worldbuilding
This is a soft reboot of our Under the Hive of Madness series on Worldbuilding, with a bit more direction and context. Join the crew as Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dive in with a stronger focus on the fundamental practices and tools of crafting a Worldbuilding Bible.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some ad
Episode 194: Minor Xenos, Tarellian Dog-Soldiers & the Hrud | Warhammer 40k Lorehammer
This week Gobbo and Chac are joined by a special guest, Commander Lunchbox, to talk over some more of Warhammer's other minor Xenos. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!"The Decay! THE TIME DECAY!!!"Email the show!
Bonus Episode: Writing Homebrew Lore | Roundtable
The Under the Hive of Madness Studio is closed this week due to unforeseen Temporal Distortion instability. Don't worry; the Cog-boys promise to have the timeline locked down and stabilized again by next week. In the meantime, check out some of our Patreon Content, this time all about our rules/best practices when it comes to writing homebrew lore! Like content like this? We release an ent
Tales from the Hive: Homebrew Necron Lore | Worldbuilding
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew have some of their own Homebrew Necron Lore to share with us this week! Dig deeper into the Blingcrons, the Dreamers, and the Mad Titan of Sakarus. Have your own Hombrew Lore you want to share with us? Email it over; we might even feature it in a future episode!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings,
Episode 193: Faction Focus Necrons, Part 5 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Under the Hive of Madness is back with our conclusion to Faction Focus Necrons, and not even the all-powerful skellie bois could topple our 6 Part Astra Militarum Series! Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they discuss Nodal Command, Necrodermis, and the forces that make up the Necrons' Legions!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements
Episode 192: Faction Focus Necrons Part 4 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Necron Dynasties, Necron Worlds, Necron Color Schemes, Oh My! Join Under the Hive of Madness this week as Gobbo, Chac, and Drew talk about some of the many more infamous Dynasties and Tomb Worlds.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!&q
Compliance Day 2026: Raptors Space Marine Chapter | Warhammer 40k Lore
Another year, another reminder of Compliance! With Emmy and Drew out of the studio this week, Gobbo and Chac take a deep dive into the lore surrounding the Raptors Space Marine Chapter. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!"Gee.
Episode 191: Faction Focus Necrons, Part 3 | Warhammer 40K Lore
Te Under the Hive of Madness Crew continues on with a deep dive into all things Necrons! First, wrapping up their timeline before Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew jump into talking about undead chrome politics and dynastic policy. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than
Episode 190: Faction Focus Necrons Part 2 | Warhammer 40k Lore
The crew is back! Well, Emmy and the Drew got swallowed by a Necron Pocket Dimension, known as International Flight Delays, but... We are Still Back Talking all things Necrons! This time, looking into the impact some of their Big Personalities have had on the Galaxy.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some ad
Episode 189: Faction Focus Necrons Part 1 | Warhammer 40K Lore
It has been a hot minute, but with our Coverage of the War in Heaven done, it's time to get back into those Faction-Focused Episodes! This week, Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dive into the 60-million-year nap the Necrons took and discuss just how cranky they were when they woke up! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so
Episode 188: A Tribute to John Blanche | Warhammer History
It was a sad week for war gamers, role players, and sci-fi and fantasy fans, as we lost another absolute Games Workshop legend. Join Gobbo and Chac as they talk about the life, art style, and legacy of John Blanche. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful
Summer Bonus: Old World Blues Part 2! | Patreon Bonus
Hey, everyone, the Under the Hive of Madness studio is closed for the next week as Gobbo takes a vacation! (How Rude! This time he got a new mic though!) Enjoy this Patteon Episode from the New Year where Chac and Gobbo talk over their love of WHFB and their hopes for both The Old World and Age of Sigmar. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark ele
Summer Bonus: Old World Blues Part 1 | Patreon Bonus Episode
Hey, everyone, the Under the Hive of Madness studio is closed for the next two weeks as Gobbo takes a vacation! (How Rude!, He even had some tech failure and had to record in a closet with his cell phone to get the intro and outro done!!!) Enjoy this Patteon Episode from the New Year where Chac and Gobbo talk over their love of WHFB and their hopes for both The Old World and Age of Sigmar. Under
Episode 187: Catchin' Up with Armageddon | Warhammer 40k Lore
The Under the Hive of Madness crew returns to everyone's favorite relocated planet, Armageddon! Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they speed run the War Worlds' early history, before diving deeper into Angron's return during the Season of Blood!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult la
Episode 186: Arma-GettinOutta-Here! | Warhammer 40k Roundtable
The crew takes a look at the Lore Timeline of Armageddon and how it aligns with some of Games Workshop's larger Narrative Campaigns from the early 2000s. Then Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dive into some of the storylines and changes that Armageddon has brought to the setting! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so
Under the Realms of Madness 8: The War of Vengeance | Warhammer Fantasy Battles Lore
The Under the Hive crew is back with another dive into the Lore of the Old World, continuing their coverage on the War of Vengeance/War of the Beard! Come along as Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew discuss Snorri Half-hands past, his duel against Caledor the 2nd, and the eventual fall of Tor Allesi.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the
Under the Realms of Madness 7: History of the Old World, A Book of Grudges
The Under the Hive crew dives back into the Old World to look at the brewing conflict between the Dwarves and Elves as the War of Vengeance approaches. Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they focus on the Dawi's and Asur's rise to power under the shadow of an onrushing conflict. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setti
Episode 185: Heroes of 40k, Ahriman Part 3
The Crew is back to finish their coverage of one of 40k's most powerful Psykers, Ahriman! Join Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew as they talk about the Thousand Sons Sorcerer's trips into the Black Library, his and Magnus' vengeance against the Space Wolves, and his actions during the 13th Black Crusade.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark eleme
Episode 184: Heroes of 40k, Ahriman Part 2 | Warhammer40K Lore
The Under the Hive of Madness Crew continues to look at the life and infamous achievements of Ahriman, one of the setting's most powerful Sorcerers. Returning, briefly, to the Battle of Prospero to talk over the Rubric and creation of the Rubricae Marines before following his thousands of years' trail of destruction up to the fall of the Shrine World of Dianixis. Under the Hive of Madness
Episode 183: Heroes of 40k, Ahriman Part 1 | Warhammer 40k Lore
It's time for another Heroes of 40k, and as voted by our Patrons, this time we are talking all about the Chaos Space Marine Ahriman from the Thousand Sons! Listen as Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew get all excited about Tzeentchian shenanigans, and Chac tries to ground them by strategically mentioning the Grey Knights ;) Follow along as the crew dives into Ahriman's history and exploits!Under the Hive of Ma
Episode 182: Planet Spotlight, Adrastapol Part 2 | Warhammer 40k Lore
The Under the Hive of Madness Crew is back! Covering the remaining Lore and History of the Knight World, Adrastapol. Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they discuss Inquisitor Tane Massata's activities in the world and the events of the Second Ork War, before wrapping up with coverage of notable landmarks. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimd
Episode 181: Planet Spotlight, Adrastapol Part 1
It's time for another Planet Spotlight, this time our Patreon Community chose the Knight World of Adrastapol! Follow along as the crew dives into the world's climate, animals, traditions, and the History of its Seven Knight households. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult langu
Episode 180: Tales from the Hive, Katia
It's been a hot minute since the crew worked on a Tales from the Hive, but they are back! We are soft rebooting, expanding, and reintroducing the Underhives Avatars of the Chaos Gods. Going back to where it all started with Katia, the Lady in Red! Plus, the crew talks over plans for more lore projects, an expanded cast of Underhive characters, and more!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhamme
Lorus Obscurus 26: DieGlocke, Nazi Time Travel Part 2
This week, the crew continues their deep dive into the Wunderwaffe known as Die Glocke. Was it an engine for a secret Nazi UFO engine? Did it end up skipping ahead in time and landing in a farmer's field in America's Midwest? What evidence even suggests it might exist?Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so exp
Lorus Obscurus 25: Die Glocke, Nazi Time Travel Part 1
As our crew creeps ever closer to covering the depth of modern UFOlogy, they take a second to tackle the absolute insanity of the Nazi Time Travel Bell. Join them this week as Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew talk about the particular mix of Occultism and Pseudoscience that led to one of the Reich's more outlandish Wunderwaffe. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the H
Episode 179: Creative Writing & Worldbuilding, Anceint Aliens | Worldbuilding
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dig into the Precurser or Ancient Alien tropes to explore some of the tools we can use to write better species! We break down the Bungie-verse elder things, Stargate's ancients, the Engineers of the Alien Universe, and touch on a few other heavy hitters! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting
Episode 178: War in Heaven Part 3 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Necron, C'tan, Enslavers, OH MY! There is only so much genetic and psychic manipulation you can get away with before the Warp gets mad, and the Old One mucked about, and found out! In our conclusion of the War in Heaven, Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew talk eldritch Warp entities, apocalyptic weapons, and Tomb Worlds. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Gri
Episode 177: War in Heaven, Part 2 | Warhammer 40k Lore
What separates the Necrontyr from the Tomb Kings? Super Science, old dead Star Gods, a massive beef with some Space Frogs... The Crew is back to continue thier coverage of the War in Heaven, covering topics from the C'Tan to the biotransferance.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer Lore Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the settings, so expect some adult themes, adult
Episode 176: War in Heaven, Part 1 | Warhammer 40k Lore
As a prelude to today's episode, we at ChemRat Radio share a message with our listeners about our thoughts on the recent violence in Minneapolis. Always remember to Be Good, and strive to ask others, "Are you alright?"Its been Five Years since Episode One... and the cast is finally covering the War in Heaven?!? Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they lay out the players of the early
Under the Realms of Madness 006: History of the Old World, Nagash and the Bony Boys | Old World Lore
Join the crew as they go over Nagash's rise to power in Nehekhara and all the trials and tribulations the Great Land suffers for it. Plus Vampires, Skaven, Warpstone, and more than a few skeleton right violations! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful
Under the Realms of Madness 005: History of the Old World, Rides of Nehekhara | WHFB Lore
The crew is back to the Lore of the Old World, taking a look at the Rise of mankind's earliest civilization, Nehekhara. Plus all the dirty tricks Malekith is up to as he messes around with both the Dawi and Asur. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful
Under the Realms of Madness 004: Warhammer Fantasy Battles, Origins Part 2
The Entire crew is back, continuing their coverage of the gaming history of the Warhammer Fantasy Battle Editions! Taking some time to talk about the side game releases and the overall impact on the tabletop war games industry. This is our second episode of the month of Fantasy Battle content. Next week, the crew will continue their look at early Old World Lore! Under the Hive of Madness is a Wa
Under the Realms of Madness 003: Warhammer Fantasy Battles, Origins Part 1
Gobbo and Chac are in the studio this week to look at all the games released under the Warhammer Fantasy Battles Range, and related products! Talking over thier own introductions and past with the setting, as well as some of the things they would have liked to have seen differently. Plus, some games they want to see come back! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Ho
Sanguinala Special, Da Red Gobbo
Chac and Gobbo are here this week to talk all about Games Workshop's newest holiday mascot, Da Red Gobbo! But his lore is a bit deeper than Grotsmess, join the boys as they dig into past GW Games and Da Grot Revolushun! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a h
Sanguinala Special, Xmas Hive Lore
Ickbard joins Gobbo and Chac in the Under the Hive of Madness Virtual Studio this week to talk over Innsmouth Hive's Sanguinala Celebration Lore. Plus Gobbo wrote a short spooky story...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!“All work
Exploring other Fantasy Worlds, Stephen King's Dark Tower | UHM Bonus Episode
ChemRat Radio and the Under the Hive of Madness studios are as empty and silent as a slumbering Tomb World as our cast takes some time off for the Holidays. But don't worry, they have some goodies to share before dipping a toe into Stephen King's Dark Tower universe. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adu
Exploring other Fantasy Worlds, The Wizard of Oz | UHM Bonus Episode
ChemRat Radio and the Under the Hive of Madness studios are as empty and silent as a slumbering Tomb World as our cast takes sometime off for the Holidays. But don't worry, they have some goodies to share, including how to mispronounce common 40K terms, before dipping a toe into the Lore behind the Wizard of Oz. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Gr
Episode 175: Heroes of 40k, Kharn the Betrayer Part 2
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew are back in the Under the Hive of Madness studio to continue their coverage of Khorne's Mortal Champion Kharne the Betrayer! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!“Skulls for the Skull Throne!” Email the show!
Episode 174: Heroes of 40k, Kharn the Betrayer Part 1
It's time for another deep dive into one of 40K's Famous, or maybe Infamous, personalities! In these segments, we look at one of the factions, heroes, or HQs and break down their personal lore, letting our Patreons help us pick who is next! This week, we start our coverage on Kharn the Betrayer!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark element
Episode 173: Planet Spotlight, The Fall of Tyran | Warhammer 40k Lore
The Under the Hive of Madness crew focuses on the Imperial World of Tyran, and the long-coming consequences of the Pharos Devices activation... Join them as they cover this far-flung Explorator fringe world, and the coming darkness that consumed it. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult l
Episdoe 172: Creative Writing, Cults | World Building
It's time to talk about Cults, what they are, how they have always been part of the Warhammer World, and how to write them. This is a Purity Seal Episode, so strap in as the Under the Hive of Madness crew takes a bit of a dive into the weird world of Cult activity! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some a
Episode 171: Halloween Speacial, The Red Butcher
Join the Under the Hive of Madness crew this week as they bring us another piece of short fiction in the 40k Universe! Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew introduce The Red Butcher and the xenos-virus that created him, plus they talk over Astral Specters, Autoseances, and a bit of the Warp.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so
Spooky Bonus: The Silent Hill Movie
Under the Hive of Madness was closed this week, while Gobbo went ghost hunting in New Orleans! In this Patreon Episode from last spooky season, Emmy, Gobbo, and Drew talk over the Movie Silent Hill... while going on all sorts of other side adventures! We are back in the studio on October 31st to record some more SPOOKY content! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the
Lorus Obscurus 24: Heavy Hitters of Native America Lore | Horror Lore
It's Spooky Season here at the Under the Hive of Madness Studios, and Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew decided to sit down and look at some of the Heavy Hitting Monster out of North American Lore! Plus a listener shared soem spooky personal stories with us! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes,
Episode 170: Horus Heresy, Siege of Terra 05
This is it! The Last Episode of our Horus Heresy Coverage, the conclusion to two years of episodes!!! Strap in as Gobbo, Chac, and Drew talk over the final hours of the battle on the Throneworld and the Epic confrontations between Fathers' and Sons'! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult theme
Episode 169: Horus Heresy, Siege of Terra Part 4
Welcome to Part 4 of our Coverage on the Siege of Terra! This week on Under the Hive of Madness, Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew continue the story while dipping into the twisty-tervy space/time nonsense that surrounds the Vengeful Spirit, Terra, and Horus' Inveitable City!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adu
Episode 168: Horus Heresy, Siege of Terra Part 3 | Warhammer 40k Lore
It's the final hours of the Heresy, but is it the final hours for the Imperium? Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew continue their coverage of the Siege of Terra, talking over the Astronomicon at the Hollow Mountain and Lord Sanguinius' speech before the Enternity Gate...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some
Episode 167: Horus Heresy, Siege of Terra Part 2 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Our cast is back to continue their coverage of the Siege of Terra! Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they talk over the Fall of Lion's Gate Spaceport, the Emperor's Children's debauchery, and chaosy shenanigans under the Saturnine Gate!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and
Episode 166: Horus Heresy, The Siege of Terra Part 1 | Warhammer 40k Lore
We are finally here... the journey is about to come to an end. Brother will spill the blood of Brother. Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they begin to peel back the first few layers of the Siege of Terra! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khor
Under the Realms of Madness 002: Prehistory of the Old World Part 2 | Warhammer Lore
Gobbo and Drew cover the rest of the Prehistory of the Old World, starting with the Aftermath of the Great Cataclysm and continuing right on to talk about Ogres and Chaos Dwarves! Plus all the shenanigans the Dark Elves got up to! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more t
Under the Realms of Madness 001: Pre-History of the Old World Pt. 1 | Warhammer Fantasy Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dive back into the Lore of the Old World! You guys have asked for it, and we are bringing it back, with more info, better tech, and more complete scripts! We return to the beginning, delving into the Old Ones and the Prehistory of the Mortal Races.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expec
Episode 165: Planet Spotlight, The Black Library
Gobbo and Chac take us on a journey to one of the most elusive Aeldari Craftworlds in the Warhammer 40k Universe, the Black Library. Covering tales of Inquisitors let in, Chaos Space Marines attempt to besiege it, and hint at the origins of both the Harliquins and the Laughing God Himself...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the set
Episode 164: Heroes of 40k Ciaphus Cain Part 2
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew continue their coverage of the Imperium of Man's great Hero! Diving a little deeper into the 597th Valhalan, covering Cain's actions on Perila around the 13th Black Crusade, and getting sidetracked into a few lore tangents! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult theme
Episode 163: Heroes of 40k, Ciaphus Cain Part 1
IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING! Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew are here to talk about the #1 Hero of the Imperium, Ci-Ci-Ci-Ciaphus Cain! Join us this week as we talk over Tyranids, Genestealers, Orks, and Artillery Strikes.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful
Bonus Episode: UHM's Sci-Fi Book Recommendations! | Roundtable
Gobbo, Chac, Emmy, and Drew talk over some of their favorite Science Fiction books! Covering Grimdark novels that inspired parts of 40k, while also diving into the deep and sometimes high strangeness of the genre as a whole! This is a sneak peek into some of the Extra Patreon Content we record each week! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark eleme
Episode 162: Creative Writing, Gods and Pantheons Part 2
Chac and Gobbo talk over Gods and Pantheons in Part 2 of our most recent World-Building roundtable. They examine Pantheons, Domains, Culture, and Religions, delving into history and anthropological aspects, all to provide more context for building gods in Fantasy and Space Fantasy settings. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the set
Episode 161: Creative Writing, Gods and Pantheons Part 1 | World Building
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew sit down to talk about designing and writing Gods and Pantheons. In Part 1, they discuss some of the finer points of genre blending, as well as what makes a god, by exploring the works of Lovecraft, Martin, and Gaiman, while also examining works such as The Magnus Archives, Dragon Age, and Guild Wars. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror
Lorus Obscurus 23: Denver International Airport
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew are back with another Ordo Obscurus file and short story in the Warhammer 40k Universe, before diving into the mysteries of the Denver International Airport!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!"Meddle not in t
Compliance Day Specail: Narrative Games & Groups | Hobbisode Roundtable
You've heard of a Sanguinala Special! Now it's time for a Compliance Day Special! Ickbard and Gobbo discuss forming Narrative Groups and Planning for Narrative Games, from local Garage Hammer days to more planned LGS events. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and mor
Episode 160: Horus Heresy, Fall of the Death Guard | Warahmmer 40k Lore
Gobbo and Chac sit down to address the Pestilence-riddled elephant in the room... Mortarion and his Death Guard! Our crew has covered how Erebus wounded Horus, how Magnus lost to Leman Russ, how Angron fell to the Butcher's Nails, and how Fulgrim took up the Laer Blade; now it's time for the stinky bois to feel the love. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the
Episode 159: Horus Hersey, The Solar War | Warhammer 40k Lore
Our crew has done it! The Heresy is over, well, almost. We still have the Siege of Terra to go through ;). Join Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew as they talk over the defensive Spheres of Sol System, and all the dirty tricks Abbadon and Arahman are up to as doom finally touches the night skies over the Throneworld...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grim
Episode 158: Horus Heresy, Shadows Reach for Terra Part 5 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew bring us the conclusion of the Siege of Cthonia before wrapping up a few of the last details of the Heresy! This is it, we are on the doorstep of the Siege of Terra! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khorney Jokes!"
Episode 157: Horus Heresy, Shadows Reach for Terra Part 4
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew continue to connect the dots on the Horus Heresy Timeline! This episode covers the last few events of the Defense of Ryza, before the crew swings their focus back to Horus' homeworld of Cthonia and its ongoing siege. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult la
Episode 156: Horus Heresy, Shadows Reach for Terra Part 3 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew continue their coverage of the Horus Heresy, as 12.M31 marches on! Follow along as they bridge a few of the gaps in the lore they have covered so far, before focusing on the defense of the Forge World Ryza. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and mo
Episode 155: Warhammer Horror, Gothghul Hollow
Gobbo and Chac are joined by Michelle from the Lunch Break Podcast to do Under the Hive of Madness' first-ever book club episode! Join the crew as they look into the Warhammer Horror Novel Gothghul Hollow by Anna Stephens, briefly talk about Age of Sigmar lore, and more!Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect s
Episode 154:Horus Heresy, Shadows Reach for Terra Part 2
Gobbo and Chac check in with the Dark Angels, Belasarius Cawl, and the Space Wolves, playing catch-up with other galaxy-spanning events during 11 - 12.M31. The boys hint at what the Ashen Claws might have been up to, super early in their careers, and talk about the Annihlator shipboard Cannon. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the
Episode 153: Horus Heresy, Shadows Reach for Terra Part 1 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo and Chac dive back into the events of 011.M31 as Horus and the Traitors come ever closer to blackening the skies of Terra itself. Join the boys as they talk over the Alpha Legion's efforts to take Pluto, and much more! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more tha
Episode 152: Heroes of 40k. Old One Eye | Warhammer 40k Lore
Chac and Gobbo sit down to talk over our first Tyranid Hero... Old One Eye! But what does it even mean for the Tyranids to have a hero? Are there any others? What's the deal with all this biomass anyway?!? Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more than a handful of Khor
Episode 151: Planet Spotlight, Xana II | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo and Chac circle back to Xana II to talk over the planet's pre- and post-heresy history. Join them as they talk about the Ark Mechanicum, tease out a few more details about the Rangdan Xenocides, and then dive into the Dark Mechanicus' foremost Hell-Forge. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult the
Episode 150: Creative Writing, Anti-Heroes and the Fallen | Creative Writing
Gobbo and Chac are joined by special guests Ickbard and Mullins to discuss Anti-Heroes, Fallen Heroes, and Villains. Looking at characters both outside and in the Warhammer 40k Universe, including Eisenhorn, Ciaphas Cain, Abbadon, as well as Malcolm Reynolds, the Punisher, and Darth Vader, they break down these archetypes and look at what details go into writing them. Under the Hive of Madness is
Lorus Obscurus 22: The Philadelphia Experiment | UFOlogy Lore
Gobbo, Chac, and Drew dive back into the world of the weird, taking a look at a UFOlogy story from World War 2! The boys share another Ordo Obscurus file, before digging into the possibility of cloaking... or teleporting... ships.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, and more th
Episode 149: Horus Heresy, The Battle of Tallarn | Warhammer 40k Lore
We have been looking forward to this one for a hot minute! The largest tank battle of the Heresy, and one of the largest of all time. Gobbo, Emmy, Chac, and Drew dive into the details, talking over the Imperial Resistance, the relief forces, smashing battleships into planets, and as many Iron Warriors shennigans you can shake a stick at! Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving
Episode 148: Horus Heresy, Battle of Sotha & the Catalclysm of Iron | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew are back to discuss the rest of the Battle of Sotha, covering the Pharos Device and its fallout. Before they jump into the Cataclysm of Iron, talking over one of the other massive Titan-driven conflicts of the Heresy. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult language, a
Episode 147: Horus Heresy, War in the Webway | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew continue to cover more of the secret conflicts of the Heresy by looking into the War in the Webway. The talk over the Daemonic threat to overwhelm the Emperor and his chosen on Terra, keeping them from the fight against Horus. Before the Warmaster commits his forces into the webway for a final confrontation with the Master of Mankind.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 4
Episode 146: Horus Heresy, The Xana Incursion Part 2 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo, Emmy, and Drew bring us the conclusion of the Xana Conflict. Talking over the Blackshield's actions in disrupting the Warmaster's supply lines, before taking a peek at the potential origins of one of the more spooky elements of the Imperium's Lore... The Legion of the Damned.Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so
Episode 145: Horus Heresy, The Xana Incurison Part 1 | Warhammer 40k Lore
Chac and Gobbo dip into one of the secret wars fought during the Heresy, looking at the Xana system. Come along as they talk over this renegade region of space, looking into the Xanaites deal with Horus and the Blackshields plan to stop them...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some adult themes, adult languag
Episode 144: Horus Heresy, The Imperium Secundus | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo and Chac switch back to events on the other side of the Ruinstorm. Looking into the steps taken by Roboute Guilliman, Lion El'Johnson, and Sangiunius to secure their father's legacy with the Imperial Secundus. As well as the Second Battle of Davin and its aftermath...Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so
Episode 143: Horus Heresy, Battle of Beta-Garmon | Warhammer 40k Lore
Gobbo and Chac sit down to talk about the strategic star Cluster known as Beta-Garmon. Covering the first conflict at Nyron City on the Captial World itself before dipping into the other major conflicts, such as Titandeath and the arrival of Sanguinas and Jaghatai Khan. Under the Hive of Madness is a Warhammer 40k Podcast diving into the Horror and Grimdark elements of the setting, so expect some
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