On the Origin of Battlemechs

Mar 03 2025 219 ep. 46 mins 2.3k
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On the Origin of Battlemechs is a podcast centered around the table top of Battletech. Each episode looks at a specific Mech in the Battletech universe. The subject Mech of each episode will be chronologically sequenced by first model. This podcast is intended as a resource for new and casual players of Battletech table top and Mech lore.

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Armor Up Episode 41: Nighthawk PA(L)

Mar 03 2025 47 mins  
In this episode the cast discusses the pioneer of the Battle Armor family, the Nighthawk PA(L) suit of the SLDF special forces! We were also joined this month by Bourben of the Valhalla Club! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, Andrew B, Mario, Paladin58, and Phaz A

OtOoB Ep 135: The Hornet

Feb 24 2025 60 mins  
In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek talk about the "Urban recon" mech, the Hornet and all its odd variants. [0:00] - Introduction [5:48] - Models [41:03] - Pilot Profiles [50:42] - Data Dive: Terran Hegemony Part 16 [58: 41] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, A

OtOoB Ep 134: The Blackjack

Jan 13 2025 90 mins  
In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek talk about the small lead sling mech, the Blackjack and all its energy based variants. [0:00] - Introduction [5:40] - Models [1:18:40] - Pilot Profiles [1:28:32] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, Andrew B, Mario, Paladin58,

Armor Up Episode 40: Demons and Magi

Dec 31 2024 58 mins  
In this episode we discuss two SLDF heavy tanks, the Demon Tank and the Magi Infantry Support Vehicle. Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, Andrew B, Mario, Paladin58, and Phaz Ace Pilots: John Keith III & MetalEd

OtOoB Ep 133: The Atlas Part C

Dec 02 2024 88 mins  
In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek are joined by Brent from of Mechs and Men finish talking about the Atlas, in Part C. [0:00] - Introduction [1:18] - Models [1:11:31] - Pilot Profiles [1:25:15] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, Andrew B, Mario, Paladin58, and

Armor Up Episode 39: The Gabriel and Rotunda

Oct 27 2024 65 mins  
In this episode we discuss two SLDF scout vehicles, the Gabriel and Rotunda, with a special guest host Aaron from the "Of Mechs and Men" podcast! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squared, Andrew B, Mario, Paladin58, and Phaz Ace Pilots: John Keith III & MetalEd

OtOoB Ep 132: The Atlas Part B

Oct 21 2024 79 mins  
In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek continue talking about the poster boy of the Innersphere, the Atlas, in Part B of 3 part break down of this machine of war. [0:00] - Introduction [1:45] - Models [1:01:45] - Pilot Profiles [1:15:34] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, S

Aviator Academics Ep 5

Oct 15 2024 66 mins  
Good Evening folks, tonight we dig into the WarShips and JumpShips of the early 2400s. Covering a period from 2400-2500. Also want to apologize for this episode being super late, been a wild last few months as my family and I prepare for post-Army life and the move to our new house. Edited by: Derek Knoll Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmai

OtOoB Ep 131: The Atlas Part A

Sep 09 2024 88 mins  
In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek Start talking about the poster boy of the Innersphere, the Atlas, in Part A of 3 part break down of this machine of war. [0:00] - Introduction [7:50] - Models [1:00:38] - Pilot Profiles [1:25:15] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon https://linktr.ee/uroboros_of_old Email: [email protected] Student Patrons: Harris Hoffman, Squa

OtOoB Gencon Recap

Aug 24 2024 82 mins  
Today Brent, Chandler, Derek, Mr. Brute talk about Gencon 2024, and are joined by Brent, Of Mechs and Men fame, to round out the table.