Bismark's Wars - Early play test game run through.

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Bismarck's Wars allows the war gamer to explore the battles of the period in central Europe, 1864 to 1871. At this time, Otto Von Bismarck's influence dominated central Europe's political ideology with a simple but exciting set of wargame rules. Use your historical knowledge or research to reenact the tactics and battles that formed Europe, and these rules are presented to assist you in creating the feel of generalship for the period.

You, the player, represent the Corps General Staff, giving you a tactical view that focuses on the interaction of divisions and brigades on the field of play. Bismarck's Wars has two sections: the core rules mechanics and specific rules for scenario play that covers the Second Schleswig War (1864), the Austro-Prussian War (1866) and the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871). The history of the period is complex, with innovative methods of warfare in their infancy, and this book provides a set of universal gameplay rules for the player to simulate the great battles of the time. Why were France's better-armed forces defeated by the Prussians? These rules abstract the tactical formations and positioning of infantry battalions, such as extended shooting lines and columns of companies. The focus is on the "Manoeuvring to contact" and the psychological state of combat troops once in combat. Using a draw card system to lead the activation of units gives the game a flow, unlike traditional turn-and-turn-about systems. The morale model is based on a ladder of morale effects that removes the red to remove wounded bases until they are routed. The basing system allows simple unit construction or, for the keen modeller, the ability to create miniature dioramas. All decisions are governed with a D10 dice, creating an exciting battle scenario. It is assumed the unit is in the correct formation for the tactical situation, and the facing of a base within a grid is essential to reflect this and other game mechanics. The design is compatible with all current basing methods and is scale-agnostic. Bismarck’s Wars includes rules that enable a gaming experience for the growing legions of solo war gamers with its simple mechanics and draw card system, allowing a flowing, simple game.

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