How to Play Idols of Torment | The Basics

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A basic introduction to Idols of Torment. In this video we cover the core mechanics and game style.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

The KICKSTARTER goes LIVE! bit.ly/IDOLSofTORMENTKS

[@dinonut80]

Wahoo!

[@RPRsChannel]

*_Gratz on the KS hitting it's goal in 1 day! That awesome soundtrack belongs in the catalogue of CryoChamber. I'm happy for you, you've come a long way._*

[@mindlesstelepathy]

Hey man, there's a spam account on here pretending they're you replying to folks about a PS5 😞 .

[@UncorkedEnergy]

Hey is there PS5 giveaway happening? I feel like there may be someone trying to scam your followers. See the reply to my other comment

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

@@UncorkedEnergy those are scammers.

[@amadeofan1]

My excitement for this game has gotten me and my wife into building scatter terrain for the first time. Can’t wait for the kickstarter to go live.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Awesome

[@quantaple4941]

I've never tried any wargaming, but I find this quite compelling. The theme is cool, the rules seems fairly light and sensible and I love how I could relatively easily jump into this with terrain and miniatures I already own. I mean, the miniatures here look sick, but I greatly appreciate how making the game miniature-agnostic lowers the financial barrier to entry. Looking forward to seeing how this project moves forward!

[@Miscast]

HERE WE GOOOOOOO

[@perrygrosshans8537]

Looking forward to the Miscast video of a truly kitbased Order!

[@ScytheNoire]

This is something different. I love the use of terrain and being able to manipulate it, add and remove. Why isn't that in every game? Love the artwork, and the miniatures are really something different.

[@abandonlife111]

Good choice, ScytheNoire!!

[@chasoepoch]

Didnt' see that in the video, didn't see anything that made me want to buy another Skirmish game really here but seems like a good first one to but

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

How many times has a general or luetent go up and moved a mountain or forest or lake? That said it's rare only a few games I no do this but in those games you take turns placing terrain at the match start and in one historical wargame example i's explaimed as the opsing forces scoting ahead and finding a good place to encounter each other.

[@thoughtengine]

It doesn't make much sense in every game. In this, it makes total sense. In many fantasies, it makes some sense. In Bolt Action or Force on Force, it makes no sense at all that a ruined cathedral just shifted half a kilometre down the road and rotated through 90 degrees around the z axis.

[@thoughtengine]

@@GreenBlueWalkthrough general or "luetent"? More like a Regimental Sergeant-Major!

[@GoobertownHobbies]

Team Strife will do the most Reaping. Team Strife is #1!!! 🙂

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Looking forward to an all cat based set of Strife models.

[@magnusmillerwilson]

+1 up vote for all cat models of anything.

[@galvon]

I wanna see some custom goober reapers lol

[@AnIdiotsLantern]

@@BlackMagicCraftOfficial cats improve everything

[@mathieulegrand6310]

Quand tu ne t'arrêtes pas à un simple tuto de drakkar et que tu finis par un jeu complet... Beau parcours. Félicitations à toi. ♟️🥳🎲

[@magnusmillerwilson]

This is AMAZING. I’m so excited! I love how you’ve married the mechanics with the theme. I love that the objectives move around! Great job, Jeremy and JP!

[@CronosVids]

Since I’m more of a terrain builder than a mini maker/painter, the fact that terrain plays a key role is great. The hype for the kickstarter for me is off the charts. Best of luck during the campaign.

[@thecraftydm]

I love every aspect of your game. The combination of the world, mechanics and terrain building are fantastic! Can't wait for the kickstarter!!

[@Wispmage]

Hell yes. Definitely hyped after getting a first glimpse at the gameplay. Keep up the amazing work!

[@radunnam]

Hell yes! I've been waiting for some more in depth Torment videos. Now hurry up and take my money!

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

7 DAYS!

[@alrethianscraftsbattles]

This really looks like a great game. Those models are stunning!

[@MTspeed_Crafts]

Never have I ever clicked faster on a video!

[@josilasik]

Agreed I was happy to see this. I'm at work and listening to it. I'm pumped

[@FISTFULATHUNDER]

Bro you got me so excited for this! I'm backing thos as soon as you go live. Love the lore you have behind it! I'm in.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

September 13th!

[@yourgoodliness]

I'm so hyped to see this in action. Your inspiration gives me inspiration.

[@nordicson2835]

This looks like a lot of fun ,and we know how to make most of the terrain already.

[@lurch3268]

Just heard about your game on Trapped Under Plastic, I had to check it out, I must say the minis are super impressive and some give me a real "Hellraiser/Clive Barker" vibe and I love it, and not to mention it looks super fun! Thank you guys for creating this, I can't wait for release!!!!!!

[@andrewgill1098]

I was just checking your channel to see if you had any new videos, this was quite the surprise.

[@paulsinyard8207]

Everything is coming together boys. The minis look fantastic. Can’t wait to get my hands on this one. Congrats

[@BWOSC]

Looks cool. Love the concept and the models.

[@smameann]

Supporting this kickstarter is the least I can do, thank you for all the amazing content over the years. Can’t wait to play.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Much appreciated!

[@jetblack2602]

Great presentation. And I love the fact, that you show a fully painted inspiring board.

[@josilasik]

I'm pumped for you! I'm can't wait to play this game

[@keithhornick2577]

Idols of Torment looks great!!! Glad to see you are feeling better Jeremy

[@moosemooserton324]

Holy crap I have been keeping a close eye on this ever since you announced it, I love this game it looks amazing already. 👏 great job for sure!!! I hope I get a chance to get this and play it

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Love on Kickstarter now!

[@blister4walken]

Great job on this. Looks really cool and unique. Nice mechanics and powers.

[@bicskeiz]

There are some really interesting mechanics in the game, I like it! And the design is also great!

[@MaxMustermann-ql2wm]

Cool stuff! Good luck on your KS!

[@timleeds4346]

I absolutely love the game you designed the models are amazing you have an amazing channel best of luck to you

[@Tgauchsin]

Stopped mid sentence while talking to wife when I saw this pop up… now I need to see more examples of terrain

[@tacotots_132]

Can’t wait to build and build and build while I wait for my set to come in!! It’s been so fun!!

[@HouseDM]

I'm loving what I am seeing here guys! Stoked you still use the classic polyhedral dice, makes me want to play so bad!

[@kristopherbeal963]

I agree with you this game looks bad ass

[@JMDofficialpage]

just pre ordered the game at kickstarter, this loos SO AWESOME CAN'T WAIT TO PLAY

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

🙏

[@blaisebenoit-corey8172]

Ooh, there are so many cool mechanics in the game, really looking forward to the Kickstarter

[@threesonssolutions4466]

This would make a life changing video game. Can’t wait to roll some dice

[@theaterofthemini]

This looks fantastic!

[@jcephrie]

I REALLY like those terrain interactions.

[@ministryofnonsense3692]

Cool concept, definitely has more pieces than I anticipated but still looks pretty fun

[@yo5tan]

The terrain interaction mechanic is super interesting and I can't wait to see how it might be used!

[@dungeonslacker]

The reshape ability is really unique and cool!

[@timothyyoung2962]

I've been fallowing the progression of this game since the beginning and it looks sweet. I really like games that throw in some chaos to make each session something different. The initiative system, cards, turn sequence and how the lost move about and can be interacted with seem really cool. And I love how some of the godly eternal powers allow you to manipulate and change the dynamics of the playing area. Plus, shout out to the art for the Echo Deck. Reminds me of a really sick looking tarot card deck. Perfect aesthetic for the game. But it's crazy to think this all came from a desire to create some different terrain when you were in a creative funk. Some of the biggest ideas come from the smallest of things. I don't have a 3D printer, but if anyone ends up selling prints of the Idols, or if you manage to eventually release some hard plastic kits, I'll be picking some of them up. But this is one of those games that screams to be over run by howling mobs of demonic creatures kitbashed to all hell and back.

[@zacsuth]

Haven’t even watched this yet, and I honestly don’t NEED another tabletop skirmish game. But your content helped keep me sane during the last couple years of working Covid response, and gave me some hobby fun to look forward to with my kid. For that, I’ll be supporting this game 100%. Good luck, and congratulations in advance!

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

🙏

[@KingFrolic]

Beautiful, awesome minis.

[@chillywilly883]

Looks pretty cool, would definitely like a long form play through vid. I’m sure I’m not alone.

[@AndreiPek]

Looks really awesome!

[@evelic]

Dope figurines. Really cool.

[@EricHartis]

This would make crazy demented movie or series… the models are fantastic.

[@gondogeek]

Best of luck on the launch of your KS. As a fellow canadian, I will assuradly give a look at your campaign.

[@alexg3838]

Just ordered ‘Idols of Torment’ (late pledge - deluxe complete package). PSYCHED!! My bf and I LOVE your videos, Jeremy. Keep making awesome things please 😊😊

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Heck yes 🙌

[@michaelcoughlan5727]

on to a winner here gents, looks awesome

[@Laserspartan117]

it looks quite cool!

[@MurderHoboRPG]

looks great!!!!

[@patriziopastore9895]

Guys this look fantastic!!! waiting the KS campaign and lets see if I can jump on it... there is tons of good stuff between KS and GF

[@michaellavoie8973]

At first, I was like, OK, I am enjoying the aesthetics, but already have a ton of skirmish games in the works. Then you introduced the regular appearance board state changes. Time to load up on the terrain and get my local store to turn this into regular event!

[@indeliblemakes5359]

Amazing stuff as always. I really can't decide what faction I wanna do....

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

The cool thing is that you don’t have to. Games are short and model count small, so you can play more than one if you want.

[@mindlesstelepathy]

This looks awesome man :)

[@mindlesstelepathy]

Or this is a spam account,

[@TinyEvilOne]

I'm a big wargamer and I've been wanting to get my GF more involved since she likes the painting, but hasn't found a game system she likes yet. She loves horror themes, and doesn't like a lot of models in play since its a lot to keep track of, but IoT looked perfect! I showed it to her and I was very surprised to see how hype she got! I'm sad the release is February, but I guess that'll give us something to look forward to! Awesome idea, unique system! Glad to be able to back this project :)

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Yuuuuup this is perfect for her!

[@TinyEvilOne]

@@BlackMagicCraftOfficial The hardest part is waiting for release! lol Also I saw a notification that said that I had won a giveaway or something on your channel two days ago, but when I clicked it the notification doesn't lead anywhere? Was it just a phishing attempt or did I miss out?

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

@@TinyEvilOne sorry, that’s just some scammers.

[@TinyEvilOne]

Ah no worries, thanks for letting me know for sure! You're a good dude, looking forward to release :)

[@joseluisnd75]

Looks awesome. Hope it become a success and we can see it soon translated to other languages than English (specially spanish that is mine ). Congratulations, great work.

[@Jhokalups]

This game looks amazing and so fun to play!

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Thank you!

[@Shade-qu1dn]

I have been waiting

[@mrgrant9291]

Fantastic

[@Rayuaz]

Awesome stuff

[@sullivanquinn9891]

Leave it to Black Magic Craft to make the terrain an almost a playable character XD. I can not wait to back this on kickstarter! Thank you for the many years of magic! I really hope to see some battle reports of this on your channel as well!

[@sventheultimate]

You should put "It's just cool" as a quote on the Kickstarter. 😅

[@Thanos88888]

Some stretch goals for this Kickstarter would be cool. Things like terrain bits as STLs with some accompanying videos using those bits in some terrain. I still have yet to build some terrain, even though I've been watching your channel for years. I've employed your lessons on statues, but have yet to play a game with minis. I'm really looking forward to playing this game.

[@commanderjonas5528]

I can tell that this is a passion project... If it had been a monetary project you would have made it so we needed to buy expensive and specific models just to play it.

[@JacopoSkydweller]

It would be pretty cool if you did a couple collab games with other creators. Tabletop Time, Goobertown (who I saw commented), Squidmar, Miniac, etc..... I would think that would boost sales as well ;)

[@Ace-wo7ul]

Get some fellow Canadians like PlayOn Tabletop!!

[@JacopoSkydweller]

@@Ace-wo7ul Yeah there ya go!

[@benjamin2629]

looking good! going to need to base my terrain tho haha

[@zephyrnox5908]

Love me some creepy masquerade aesthetics! Definitely want to make the Vain my first army!

[@galvon]

Looks good

[@KimchiKommander]

Okay the terrain feature is just *chef kiss*, reminds me of black and white, literally plucking and manipulating the world via influences. So good! It's just missing random entities like third party factions to bother both teams, that would be so much fun haha. Can't wait to test this out!

[@JP_Idols_of_Torment]

Third party entities - and advanced rules to support them - are included in a few scenarios. I think you will be pleasantly surprised when you find out who those entities are...

[@KimchiKommander]

@@JP_Idols_of_Torment No way! :O Yesss , I am very very excited.

[@davidcollins2648]

You can make some $ when a good writer decides Idols is an ideal vehicle for graphic novels. Truly a magnificent looking game which is #1 in enticing people to play. Excellent work!

[@Salty_Sassenach]

This looks amazing & I especially love the moving terrain idea 👍 Have you made a video on these terrain pieces as they look awesome or are they in the Kickstarter 🤔

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Yes, this setting was developed over 2 years of crafting this terrain. There are build videos for ALL of it and more already on the channel :)

[@GingaRobespierre]

Great Job and congratulations to reach the goal! Just one question....Maybe I've missed something, but I did not understand if there are any differences between the different factions or is just an esthetic/lore difference.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Each one has unique abilities that give them different play styles.

[@Peregrintoook]

You’re right, this game is just really cool. Sounds like a nice blend between war games and dnd. Also I love that you’ve built a game around your main interest in the the with the terrain. Such a cool idea. Do the individuals in each different “faction” have the same stats and abilities? E.g. is a reaper from one faction the same as a reaper from another or does each faction have its own general play style? Obviously they have lore that’s different but does that translate into the gameplay? Again this looks awesome 👍

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Check out the Game section on the website for a bit more info, but in short each Idol type has the same basic stats but every Order has order abilities that give them unique mechanics and advantages that change those play style.

[@Gudini189]

This feels like a modern version of a 'chess' game. I personally would've changed d20 in some situations for a d10 - this way attack and defense modifiers would have much more prominent effect and even +1 would matter giving +10% chance to sucessfuly attack or defend oneself. Nevertheless this feels like a very cool game! One thins that i absolutely love about it is that you can print your own miniatures for this making it in different styles and themes. So freaking cool i love it!

[@Corundum_Rolls]

That looks really fun and engaging. I think it would be cool if you added Angels/Devas to the creature types to get the eternal struggle of heaven and hell added to the mix. You may have mentioned yea or nay on that in a prior video and I missed it, if so my apologies. I have been watching your vids for well over 2 years it seems, and I thank you for all you've done.

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

You should check out the setting info on the website to get a better understanding of what the Idols are 😉

[@Retrofun69]

Count me in!

[@blaarghwee]

I'd love to see a play through. Show us the chaos. Notice a plan suddenly going awry due to some wildcard action. I don't know if the specifics of that example exist in the game. But you do and are able to translate it into an IoT equivalent. Yeah I know, buy the game and play it. I hope my bi-polar finances are positive within that window.

[@onearmedscissor4122]

Looks absolutly great! Maybe there will be, but I am hoping that all the Orders have different abilieties based on their theme, since you've put so much work in the creation of the setting. It feels like a lost opportunity if not. Looking forward ot the Kickstarter

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Yes, order abilities is what sets each one apart in terms of play style. Check the website for some more info on this.

[@jackbbya123]

Hey I really wanna get into this game and other skirmish games but I have no talent and never painted a mini. Is there anyway I can buy them pre painted some how?

[@Molecular99]

I really love this for the theme, simplicity and the fact it encourages crafting your own terrain/minis. My spouse isn't gonna like hearing that 😅 🔥💵🔥

[@locustatv]

Looks so cool! 😝 Is the game restricted to 2 players or could more players be added?

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

It's designed for 1V1, but in the future we will test some rules for more players to see if it works well.

[@sylntghost007]

Cant wait. Is the battle mat made for the game or did you get it somewhere else ?

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

It’s an official mat designed for the game and will be available in the Kickstarter!

[@stephenjones8105]

Just got my first two sets of minis from only-games but how do we know which are which. As far as slayer, lurker and stalker are concerned?

[@raymondwright5996]

Do you know of any 3D printing service that can print these models out in high resolution once the Kickstarter drops? I don’t have the space to get a 3D printer? Thanks.

[@joelparslow5807]

Looks like a cool game, I might tweak the phase out when I play. After turn 4 players roll 1d4 and that many idols phase out. It suggests the same thematic concept, speeds up the remaining turns, and implies stronger idols can hold out longer. Obviously I have not played yet but just watching this it seems appropriate in my head... might not be balanced though.

[@FatSynthDude]

Thanks for making such an intriguing game. I'm brand new to miniatures games, and while I do enjoy the sci-fi aspects of these games, Idols of Torment is exactly the kind of game that I'm looking forward to playing. I backed it as soon as I finished watching this video. One question though: is there any chance of a Kickstarter add-on involving the game's miniatures? I don't have a 3D printer and I don't know anyone with one, but I desperately want the full set of miniatures for this game and would be willing to pay more for them. Thanks so much!

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Hi there, thanks for the support. Creating physical miniatures for all 80 Idols would likely cost us far more than this entire project will even raise so it is not possible at this time. Injection molded plastic is VERY expensive to produce and the investment to make the Game Pieces in plastic was already substantial. Cheers.

[@FatSynthDude]

@@BlackMagicCraftOfficial Thank you so much for the response. Do you know if anybody offers like a print on demand service that I can utilize?

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

@@FatSynthDude services like that do exist but I can’t recommend any in particular as it’s usually just independent people.

[@simarshall2474]

Sure you've thought about it, but are you asking Ash @GMG to do a let's play? He's great at explaining rules and there's always chaos in his games :) Seeing it in action might bump the backer count?

[@V1V1D-R0S3]

Early gang!

[@alexwe6116]

Litterally every single unit class name is straight out of starcraft and I love that fact!!!

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

Fun fact. I've never played Starcraft. So....whoops!

[@thegamingsaurusremastered8310]

Didn't finish the vid because I want to be first comment but the explanations seem great so far. Great job dude

[@thegamingsaurusremastered8310]

Aaaaand after refreshig, I am not first comment😭

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

The important thing is that you tried.

[@perrywmoore9346]

I want to play a D&D works based on this.

[@zenster1097]

The token pulling out seems fiddly. The terrain manipulation seems really cool.

[@mrvan8729]

I know you suggest a circular base but I already have some terrain that is oblong… how would that work with a 90* turn? Would models not on the terrain be placed on it?

[@JP_Idols_of_Torment]

If you go to the Kickstarter page and check the “Updates”, you will find an update with a preview of the Reshape Eternal Power card. You will note that the rotation stops if the placement of the terrain would end up overlapping any models or other terrain pieces.

[@TheGrungy1]

I think I have to try this game

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

I think so too

[@figuresix]

So when can those of us who just found out about this game be able to purchase it? I missed the kickstarter.

[@kristopherbeal963]

i love your show. and i can't wait to play your game. I'm going to need a 3d printer?

[@BlackMagicCraftOfficial]

No

[@DarthP00P00]

I'm all in. Take my money.