Produktbeschreibung
The American Civil War, 1861-1865
Tattered Flags #1
Tattered Flags is a series of Kriegspiel-style historical miniatures/board game depicting battles of the American Civil War (1861-1865). In this first game in the series, each player controls a Union or Confederate force at the Battle of Gettysburg, struggling for The Wheatfield on July 2nd, 1863. Gettysburg: The Wheatfield was carefully crafted to introduce players to system basics of organization, events, maneuver, fire and morale, with future games in this series promising to expand the detail and accuracy of the Tattered Flags system.
Since many players do not have the time, funds or eyesight to paint armies of miniature figures, Tattered Flags comes with colorful cardboard counters, called “Stands” (in the vernacular of miniatures gaming). These games also use a printed battlefield game map in lieu of miniature trees, hills, buildings, etc. Feel free to substitute miniature figures if desired!
There are three scenarios included in Gettysburg: The Wheatfield, each with its own Order of Battle (OOB), Special Rules, Turn Length and Victory Condition. The first scenario is introductory in complexity and is used when someone is first learning and playing the game. The second scenario is the historical scenario depicting the actual fighting that occurred during the afternoon of July 2nd. The final scenario is a dramatic, “what-if” meeting engagement battle.
Game Data:
Number of Players: 2
Ages: 14 and up
Playing Time: approx. 2 to 3 hours
Complexity: 5 on a 9 scale
Solitaire Suitability: 7 on a 9 scale
Scale: 1 inch = 50 yards; each Stand is approximately 150 men or 3-4 cannon; each turn represents a variable amount of time, perhaps 15 to 20 minutes or so
Game Components:
• One 12 page color rules booklet with lots of illustrated examples
• One Scenario booklet
• 65 color, die-cut 1" x 1/2" Combat units
• 5 color, die-cut 1" x 1/2" Leader units
• 60 color, die-cut 1/2" square information markers
• 8 color, die-cut 5/8" x 1.25" Leader pieces
• 1 beautiful, full color game map
• 20 Battle cards
• 2 Player Aid sheets
• 1 Game Turn track
• 1 Movement measuring tool
• 1 Combat measuring tool
• Polybag packaging and component storage
What They're Saying:
- "..brings a refreshing change to ACW tactical battles. In a small format with a limited amount of pieces, I feel like I can manage the game and get it played in a reasonable sitting. It looks great and this adds a lot to the experience. The use of measurement for movement and firing range gives it more a miniatures feel which I like and that’s the innovative part of the game along with the Battle Cards. A good solid design that has been presented in an attractive, manageable format." - Mark Rivera (Boardgames In Blighty)
- "Victory Point Games has added another interesting game to their line-up. The map is a beauty and the game components are fine. In my opinion this title has laid the foundation of a new line of games that is adaptable to be used to cover several eras. That this game has been the fastest selling title in the history of VPG, and was sold out at the moment of Consimworld Expo (and so in need for a reprint), tells it all." - (Spel! Magazine)
- "Gettysburg: The Wheatfield is a solid entry into the line of historical wargames from VPG and is a great way for people interested in playing miniatures to get their feet wet without the cost and time involved with buying and painting figures. With minimal modifications I can easily see G:TW taking the place of some folks established miniatures rules as well." - Jeff McAleer (The Gaming Gang)
Credits:
Game Design: Hermann Luttmann
Documentation & Development: Alan Emrich
Map Art: Rick Barber
Playtesting: John Buck, Joe Caniano, Paul Fish, Charles Golightly, Taylor Hoffman, Stephanie Newland, Jan Spoor
Proofreading: Hans Korting |