Mercenary Star Podcast - Ep 21 - Chaos Irregulars

In the 28th episode of the Mercenary Star Podcast, I am joined by my fellow members of an elite group of BattleTech contributors, The Silver Fox Fauxhawks! Shady origins aside, this group of silver haired & fauxhawk rocking gentlemen help me talk about BattleTech in 2025, our thoughts on products, fiction, events, achievements, collaborations, and what we are excited for in 2026!(**Apologies for my throat clearing up front; I've been sick and I thought I was muting myself, but was pressing the wrong button! I fix it half way through**)Find all of the Silver Fox Fauxhawks in the WolfNet & Valhalla Club discords! Chapters:0:00 - 08:18 Intro & Silver Fox Origin08:18 - 25:45 2025 Released Products25:45 - 36:59 Mercs & Hinterlands & RPG36:59 - 42:27 Mercs Force Building & BSPs42:27 - 43:45 Kids Interruption43:45 - 49:47 Licensed Art & Product dreams49:47 - 56:51 2026 Product Forecast56:51 - 1:07:14 Events & Cons1:07:14 - 1:28:07 Achievements, Projects, & Collabs1:28:07 - 1:34:54 Best & Worst of 20251:34:54 - 1:42:15 Final Thoughts1:42:15 - 1:50:14 Shout Outs1:50:14 - 1:50:59 OutroCheck out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/thevalhallaclubJoin the WolfNet Discord!https://discord.gg/Q3KCqzYFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic used with permission:TI-84 - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller Neon Renegade - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller ​

In the 27th episode, we look at the ill-fated Glory Warriors with Dan Zehner, founder of Bear Cavalry Paint! I had an absolute pleasure getting to chat with Dan about our shared love of Ghost Bears, happy little landscapes painted on minis, and the work of creating miniature paints with exceptional coverage, self-leveling properties, and a wide range of colors all while making them sustainable. Check out their new website here:https://www.bearcavalrypaints.comGet ready for their Black Friday deals and SHADES are releasing for Black Friday as well!Follow Bear Cavalry in instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bearcavalrypaints/Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/thevalhallaclubFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic used with permission:TI-84 - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller Neon Renegade - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller ​

On episode 26, we look at the fledgling Fox Patrol mercenary group, and discuss the newly released Outfoxed novel. I'm joined by the author and creator of the Fox Patrol, Bryan Young, as we dive into this small unit trying to make their way in the ilClan era. 0:00 - 12:46 Intro12:46 - 40:01 Lore & Presentation40:01 - 1:11:18 Outfoxed Preview & Discussion1:11:18 - 1:15:53 Forcepack Chat1:15:18 - 1:22:02 Tabletop Play1:22:02 - 1:26:43 Sponsor & Shout-outs/OutroFind more of Bryan Young at his site:https://swankmotron.comCheck out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic:TI-84 - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller Neon Renegade - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller ​

Episode 25: Kyle(Kaz) and I discuss the mercenary unit, The Illician Lancers! This unit formed from an ancient knightly brotherhood are primed to be a part of the Sea Fox plans in the ilClan era. Join us for their lore, ideal Forcepack make-up, and how-to for playing the Lancers in a campaign or as OpFor!Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic:TI-84 - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller Neon Renegade - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller ​

Episode 24: Zemer and I missed out on GenCon, so we come together once again to talk about our favorite, and not so favorite, announcements from GenCon 2025! 0:00 - 3:41 Intro3:41 - 15:20 GenCon Pics & Events15:20 - 38:26 BattleTech Gothic38:26 - 43:16 TRO 3025 Centennial43:16 - 47:14 Dice47:14 - 57:31 Upcoming Forcepacks & Minis57:31 - 1:18:08 BattleTech Aces (4 Boxes)1:18:08 - 1:30:53 Fiction1:30:53 - 1:39:48 OutroCheck out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic:TI-84 - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller Neon Renegade - @StreamBeatsbyHarrisHeller ​

Episode 23: Zemer and I discuss the little known mercenary unit, The Thumpers! This 3025 all Assault 'Mech unit is surprisingly set to be a major player in the ilClan era, if they only get the chance. Join us for their lore, ideal Forcepack make-up, and how-to for playing the Thumpers in a campaign or as OpFor!Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Join the Valhalla Club Discord!https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsFollow me on socials:Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercenarystarpodcast/Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mercenarystar.bsky.socialMusic:TI-84 - StreambeatsbyHarrisHellerNeon Renegade - StreambeatsbyHarrisHeller

Episode 22: Mario " Brute" Garzolini returns!! The Armor Up podcast co-host joins me to talk about the Black Thorns!! This legendary and controversial(?) mercenary unit have a unique history, yet were lost due to developer error! Join us for a fun ride!Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Follow the Mercenary Star Podcast on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow the Mercenary Star Podcast on Instagram: @Mercenary Star PodcastFollow Seth on X/Twitter: https://x.com/WhiteFoxSGCheck out the other awesome BattleTech Podcasters & Creators in the Valhalla Club discord! https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsEmail us at [email protected]

Episode 21: Chandler from On the Origins of BattleMechs joins me to talk about the Chaos Irregulars!! This newer mercenary unit was a product of BattleCorps and survived the dark times both in game and out!Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Follow the Mercenary Star Podcast on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow the Mercenary Star Podcast on Instagram: @Mercenary Star PodcastFollow Seth on X/Twitter: https://x.com/WhiteFoxSGCheck out the other awesome BattleTech Podcasters & Creators in the Valhalla Club discord! https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsEmail us at [email protected]

APRIL 1st NEWS ALERT!!The Mercenary Star Podcast proudly welcomes Andrew Krull as its newest co-host!In an unexpected but exhilarating turn of events, Andrew Krull became a free agent when the WolfNet Radio Podcast disbanded on April 1st. Wasting no time, the Mercenary Star team swooped in to secure Krull’s unparalleled expertise in mercenary lore.Krull, widely recognized for his passion and meticulous knowledge of the Dragoon rating system, is thrilled to join the show. When asked about the move, he couldn't hide his excitement. “This is the moment I’ve been waiting for,” he said, grinning from ear to ear in an exclusive photo. “To be able to freely dive into the nitty-gritty of ranking every mercenary unit out there—well, it's a dream come true.”The podcast teased Krull’s upcoming debut episode, promising heated debates, unrivaled analysis, and plenty of witty banter with the existing team. Fans everywhere are eager to see what this new chapter brings for the Mercenary Star Podcast.Stay tuned—it’s about to get mercenary-level intense!

Episode 20: Derek from On the Origins of BattleMechs joins me to talk about the 21st Centauri Lancers!! This illustrious mercenary unit has been around since the beginning, and is primed for big things in the ilClan era! Check out our sponsor: Fortress Miniatures & Games!https://www.fortressminiaturesandgames.com/Follow the Mercenary Star Podcast on X/Twitter: https://x.com/MercStarPodcastFollow the Mercenary Star Podcast on Instagram: @Mercenary Star PodcastFollow Seth on X/Twitter: https://x.com/WhiteFoxSGCheck out the other awesome Battletech Podcasters & Creators in the Valhalla Club discord! https://discord.gg/NjMqnXqPYsEmail us at [email protected]