Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Join us for an in-depth after-action report and final reflections on our intense session of Tanto Monta, the tabletop wargame set in the era of the Catholic Monarchs and the Age of Discovery. In this game, a prequel to Ed Beach's "here I Stand", players take on the roles of the Muslim, French, Portuguese, and Spanish powers, each vying for supremacy and striving to amass 45 victory points within 7 turns.
In this video, we delve into our experiences as we navigated through the convoluted dynamic gameplay of Tanto Monta. Playing alongside Stuart Ellis-Gorman, Pierre Vagneur-Jones, and Alexandre Fontaine Rousseau—all esteemed members of the Homo Ludens Discord server—we'll discuss our tactics, triumphs, and tribulations in this epic clash of empires.
Join us as we dissect our gameplay, share our insights, and offer our final thoughts on Tanto Monta—a game that tests not only our strategic prowess but also our patience. Whether you're a seasoned veteran of tabletop wargaming or a newcomer eager to explore the intricacies of historical conflict, this video promises to provide valuable insights and captivating discussion.
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Read Stuart's review of Tanto Monta: stuartellisgorman.com/blog/tanto-monta-a-story-of-disappointment
Timestamps:
Intro - 00:00
Pre-Game - 00:36
Mid-Game thoughts - 06:28
Final Thoughts - 15:30
Recap & issues with being critical - 45:44
Join us for an in-depth after-action report and final reflections on our intense session of Tanto Monta, the tabletop wargame set in the era of the Catholic Monarchs and the Age of Discovery. In this game, a prequel to Ed Beach's "here I Stand", players take on the roles of the Muslim, French, Portuguese, and Spanish powers, each vying for supremacy and striving to amass 45 victory points within 7 turns.
In this video, we delve into our experiences as we navigated through the convoluted dynamic gameplay of Tanto Monta. Playing alongside Stuart Ellis-Gorman, Pierre Vagneur-Jones, and Alexandre Fontaine Rousseau—all esteemed members of the Homo Ludens Discord server—we'll discuss our tactics, triumphs, and tribulations in this epic clash of empires.
Join us as we dissect our gameplay, share our insights, and offer our final thoughts on Tanto Monta—a game that tests not only our strategic prowess but also our patience. Whether you're a seasoned veteran of tabletop wargaming or a newcomer eager to explore the intricacies of historical conflict, this video promises to provide valuable insights and captivating discussion.
Support the Show on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/homoludens1871
Read Stuart's review of Tanto Monta: stuartellisgorman.com/blog/tanto-monta-a-story-of-disappointment
Timestamps:
Intro - 00:00
Pre-Game - 00:36
Mid-Game thoughts - 06:28
Final Thoughts - 15:30
Recap & issues with being critical - 45:44
