Episode 31: Interview with legend Rick Priestley

About this episode

The episode features an interview with legendary game designer Rick Priestley discussing his career and contributions to tabletop wargaming.

Join Wyndehurst Productions and Fightin’ Kentuckian for the latest episode of the On Patrol Podcast as they sit down with legendary game designer Rick Priestley, a driving force behind the creation of some of the most influential wargames in tabletop history. His credits include Warhammer Fantasy, Warhammer Rogue Trader, Warhammer 40,000, Warhammer Ancients, Hail Caesar, Black Powder, Bolt Action, and many more. In this in-depth conversation, we explore Rick’s early hobby roots, trace the path that led to his remarkable career, and delve into the design philosophy that has shaped decades of tabletop wargaming.

People in this episode

Hosts: Wyndehurst Productions, Fightin’ Kentuckian

Guest: Rick Priestley

Topics covered

• game design
• tabletop wargaming
• interview
• Rick Priestley
• wargames history

Keywords

• Rick Priestley
• wargames
• Warhammer
• game design
• tabletop gaming

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Warhammer Fantasy, Warhammer Rogue Trader, Warhammer 40,000, Warhammer Ancients, Hail Caesar, Black Powder, Bolt Action

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