The Las Vegas Open is making major changes, and we caught up with their new organizer for a live Q&A on air.
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Warhammer 40k LVO 2025
Show Summary:
In a whirlwind of gaming news, from battling crows to the excitement of the upcoming LVO XII, Jake spills the tea on everything from hobby gear to ticket sales with just the right mix of fun and strategy! Here are the key takeaways:
1. (00:32) Guest Introduction:
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- Jake Jacobson, VP of Frontline Gaming, discusses his role and history with the company.
2. (03:27 – 10:28) Fun Debate:
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- The panel engages in a humorous discussion on whether they’d rather fight a honey badger or a group of coordinated crows, touching on the intelligence and combat strategies of each.
3. (14:33 – 16:38) Gaming Product Updates:
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- Discussion on limited availability of Kill Team bundle boxes, price breakdowns, and Magic the Gathering artist seeking community support after medical issues.
4. (19:10 – 20:58) Hobby & Painting Accessories:
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- Recommendation for Lucent hobby lights from Game Envy and mentions of a Humble Bundle deal for Wrath & Glory RPG books.
5. (24:49 – 26:37) Frontline Gaming Terrain Review:
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- Positive feedback on the District 13 terrain set, emphasizing its sturdiness, flexibility, and easy assembly.
6. (29:53 – 31:37) Tournament Terrain & Setup:
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- Discussion on optimizing terrain for different layouts, reducing logistical challenges for event organizers.
7. (38:04 – 39:42) Growth of Competitive 40K Scene:
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- Acknowledgment of how Frontline Gaming helped standardize tournament rules and contributed to the stability and growth of the ITC (Independent Tournament Circuit).
8. (50:37 – 54:08) LVO 2025 Expansion & TCG Integration:
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- LVO (Las Vegas Open) is expected to bring in 500-1,200 TCG (Trading Card Game) players, hinting at a potential debut for a new card game.
9. (55:54 – 57:21) Changes in Ticket Sales Timing:
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- Discussion on why LVO ticket sales have been moved earlier in the year to accommodate event planning needs.
10. (58:57 – 1:01:55) LVO 2025 & Future Plans:
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- Anticipating further growth despite minor logistical challenges, and excitement for moving to a new convention venue.
This week’s podcast covered all things LVO 2025.
- LVO XII Info
- J15 Games Has Your Game Aides, Tokens & Templates!
- Get Your Precision Dice 5% Off Baron of Dice: Use Code Longwar5
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