La Bataille Rules Sets

A quick overview of the many rules sets for the Napoleonic game series.

The Premier rules and 3rd Edition Rules are the easiest to learn and play. They have a simple alternating turn structure and easy sequence of play. No command control and timed movment allows for a faster playing game.

The Marie-Louise rules are a good for solo games. The chit pull mechanism creates variety. These rules have a more detailed command & control element that requires the players to keep their forces together in a way that mimics Napoleonic battle situations. The ML rules are a simplified version of the Regs XXX.

The Regs XXX (30), are a very well written set of rules. Almost any situation that might arise in the game has been thought out and there is a handy rule to guide players. Regs XXX includes several examples of play which can help newer players.

The 5th Edition are a hybrid of the older 3rd Edition and concepts from the Regs. It has similar command control rules, chit pull and assault markers as Regs. 5th Edition does have timed movement and is ideal for team play.