On the Origin of Battlemechs

2026 State of the Podcast(s)

In this special episode Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss our absence and lack of episodes across the shows. Life has been chaotic for all three of us, which has under

On the Origins: SoCal ADVANCE!Con Recap

In today's special episode, Chandler is joined by local comrades Kevin "Valkerie" and Phil "Phaz" to go over a recent event where Kevin and Chandler ran events for the fi

Armor Up Episode 46: The Tokugawa Heavy Tank

Chandler and Mario rev the engines and wheel forward with the Tokugawa Heavy Tank, a wheeled heavy tank for the DCMS! For those noting the episode sounds different, we

Armor Up Episode 45: The Pegasus Scout Hovertank

Chandler and Mario return, scouting our way into the New Year of 2026 with the Pegasus Scout Hover Tank! For those noting the episode sounds different, we used a diffe

OtOoB Ep 137: The Spartan

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek talk about the mech that is named after the ancient greek warriors, the Spartan. [0:00] - Introduction [7:34] - Models [45:00] - P

Armor Up Episode 44: The Harrier Hovertank, The LBX Carrier, and the Daimyo

In a rapid fire episode, Mario and Chandler cover not one, not two, but three vehicles! The Harrier Heavy Hovertank, the LBX Carrier, and the Daimyo Command Vehicle! E

On the Origins: 2025 GenCon Recap

Today, Brent, Chandler, Derek, Mario, and our special Guest Kevin "Brushido" discuss our shenanigans from GenCon 2025! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon https://

Armor Up Episode 43: The Vector Combat VTOL

In this long delayed episode Mario and Chandler discuss a favorite of ours, the SLDF's Vector Combat VTOL! Stop on in and learn why we love the little guy and why we dema

On the Origins: To GenCon We Journey!

Howdy folks! We just wanted to let everyone know that we'll be travelling to the great event of GenCon! Also, go see the cool stuff we're doing! Power Word Resist:

OtOoB Ep 136: The Lynx

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek go over the short list of mechs know as the Lynx. No, not that one. [0:00] - Introduction [4:08] - Models [30:07] - Pilot Profiles

Armor Up Episode 42: The J. Edgar Hovertank

Today Chandler is joined by Phil "Phaz" and they discuss the J. Edgar Hovertank! Join them as they weave through the legally challenged history of the vehicle and where i

OtO Event Review: Strategicon "OrrCon" 2025

Jesty, Phaz, and Chandler review their time at the OrrCon convention in February, part of the Strategicon family of conventions! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon

On the Generalities of GMs Episode 13

Happy April! Today on Aviator Academics, we are covering... Transmission Override Priority Anaheim Electronics Please Standby Happy April! Today on On the Generalities

Armor Up Episode 41: Nighthawk PA(L)

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

OtOoB Ep 135: The Hornet

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 Pro

OtOoB Ep 134: The Blackjack

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 [1:1

Armor Up Episode 40: Demons and Magi

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

OtOoB Ep 133: The Atlas Part C

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 [1:11:3

Armor Up Episode 39: The Gabriel and Rotunda

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 R

OtOoB Ep 132: The Atlas Part B

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]